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 $469K
Lowest Price $2.5K
Highest Price $1.8M
Total Listings 62
Avg. Days On Market 76
Avg. Price/SQFT $211

Property Types (active listings)


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208 Aster Ln, FOREST HILL

$175,000

208 Aster Ln, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 1 Bath 1,032 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059826

Alberti Realty, LLC

111-f Sunshine Ct #f, FOREST HILL

$285,000

111-f Sunshine Ct #f, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,330 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2054196

Boyle & Kahoe Real Estate

New
2011 Brandy Dr, FOREST HILL

$375,000

2011 Brandy Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,844 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059798

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New
303 Willrich Cir #j, FOREST HILL

$335,000

303 Willrich Cir #j, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,340 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059738

Streett Hopkins Real Estate, LLC

New
308 Willrich Cir #j, FOREST HILL

$315,000

308 Willrich Cir #j, FOREST HILL

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,340 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059732

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New
2185 Cantley Ct, FOREST HILL

$375,000

2185 Cantley Ct, FOREST HILL

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,412 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059746

Keller Williams Gateway LLC

New
119 Bower Ln, FOREST HILL

$1,250,000

119 Bower Ln, FOREST HILL

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,706 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059432

Cummings & Co. Realtors

New Open House
2018 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

$439,000

2018 Mardic Dr, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,280 SqFt Residential
Sun, Sep 20th, 2026 @ 12pm - 2pm
MLS® # MDHR2059634

Samson Properties

106 Gwen Dr #106-1k, FOREST HILL

$308,000

106 Gwen Dr #106-1k, FOREST HILL

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,260 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059476

Proplocate Realty

802 Delray Dr, FOREST HILL

$550,000

↓ $10,000

802 Delray Dr, FOREST HILL

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,466 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059508

Real Broker, LLC

1214 Bonaire Rd, FOREST HILL

$775,000

1214 Bonaire Rd, FOREST HILL

5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,498 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2059478

Compass

105 Bower Ln, FOREST HILL

$900,000

105 Bower Ln, FOREST HILL

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,916 SqFt Residential MLS® # MDHR2058742

American Premier Realty, LLC

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, career focused, and extracurricular programs. HCPS emphasizes quality instruction, student achievement, and community involvement, supporting Forest Hill’s reputation as a family friendly suburban community with access to strong public education resources.

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