Forest Hill

Forest Hill’s history developed as a crossroads village in the 19th century, growing significantly with the arrival of the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad (Ma & Pa Railroad) in 1880. The railroad connected the community to larger markets and played a central role in its early economic development until service ended in 1958. Forest Hill offers a quiet, residential lifestyle that blends suburban comfort with rural charm. Housing consists primarily of single-family homes, many on larger lots, with neighborhoods designed to preserve natural surroundings and privacy. Neighborhoods are family-oriented with residents often commuting to Bel Air, Baltimore or Aberdeen Proving Ground.


The historic core remains a defining element of Forest Hill’s identity today and is frequently described as peaceful, scenic, and well suited for families seeking space and community connection.

park bench overlooking a swamp on a sunny day

Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $444K
Lowest Price $15
Highest Price $1.5M
Total Listings 40
Avg. Days On Market 139
Avg. Price/SQFT $193

Property Types (active listings)


Forest Hill

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314 Streett Cir, FOREST HILL

$680,000

314 Streett Cir, FOREST HILL

5 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,544 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2052256

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New
1229 W Jarrettsville Rd, FOREST HILL

$724,900

1229 W Jarrettsville Rd, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,968 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2052222

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New
2135 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

$399,999

2135 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,946 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2052294

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

1809 Beth Bridge Cir, FOREST HILL

$325,000

1809 Beth Bridge Cir, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,839 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051850

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty

New
1721 Chrisemmett Ct #3a, FOREST HILL

$249,900

1721 Chrisemmett Ct #3a, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,086 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051998

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New
904 Delray Dr, FOREST HILL

$575,000

904 Delray Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,381 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051714
16 Wagner Way, FOREST HILL

$679,900

16 Wagner Way, FOREST HILL

5 Beds 2.5 Baths 4,650 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051894
2322 Rock Spring Rd, FOREST HILL

$675,000

2322 Rock Spring Rd, FOREST HILL

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,072 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051908
2212 Historic Dr, FOREST HILL

$2,150

2212 Historic Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,470 SqFt Residential Lease MLS® # MDHR2051774

Weichert, Realtors - Diana Realty

202 Kimary Ct #202-1a, FOREST HILL

$260,000

202 Kimary Ct #202-1a, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,200 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051520

American Premier Realty, LLC

New
2033 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

$355,000

2033 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,480 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2051744
Open House
203 Reba Ct, FOREST HILL

$480,000

203 Reba Ct, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,864 SqFt Residential
Sat, Mar 14th, 2026 @ 12pm - 3pm
MLS® # MDHR2051762

Location

Forest Hill is a unincorporated community in Harford County, Maryland located north of the town of Bel Air. The community is centered around the intersection of Maryland Route 24 and Jarrettsville Road, providing convenient access to regional employment centers and shopping areas.

Lifestyle & Recreation

Forest Hill offers a quiet, residential lifestyle that blends suburban comfort with rural charm. Housing consists primarily of singlefamily homes, many on larger lots, with neighborhoods designed to preserve natural surroundings and privacy. Easy access to nearby natural attractions such as Rocks State Park and Gunpowder Falls State Park, offering hiking, fishing, and scenic overlooks

Education & Services

Education in Forest Hill’s provided through Harford County Public Schools (HCPS), a countywide public school system serving students from elementary through high school. The community is home to several elementary schools, with students progressing to nearby middle and high schools that offer a range of academic, careerfocused, and extracurricular programs. HCPS emphasizes quality instruction, student achievement, and community involvement, supporting Forest Hill’s reputation as a familyfriendly suburban community with access to strong public education resources.

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