Anne Arundel's Premier Family Community

Severna Park’s secret is balance. It’s suburban without being sterile. Family-oriented without being exclusive. Convenient without sacrificing community character. Located on a peninsula between the Magothy and Severn Rivers, the geography naturally creates boundaries that foster neighborhood identity.

The schools drive much of Severna Park’s appeal. Benfield Elementary ranks 6th among Maryland’s 855 elementary schools. Severna Park Elementary ranks 19th. Severna Park Middle School ranks 6th among state middle schools. And Severna Park High School—with 71% math proficiency and 74% reading proficiency (versus state averages of 32% and 56%)—ranks among Maryland’s elite. The 2025 state report card gave Severna Park High School a 5-star rating, along with multiple feeder schools.

Downtown Severna Park—centered on the B&A Boulevard corridor—has genuine small-town character. Local restaurants, boutiques, and services create a walkable village center. Park Plaza and Severna Park Marketplace provide retail variety without big-box dominance.

Water access shapes community life here. The Magothy River and its tributaries offer boating, kayaking, and fishing. Many neighborhoods have community beaches, piers, and boat ramps. Kinder Farm Park (288 acres) provides trails, playgrounds, and farm programs. The B&A Trail passes through for biking and running.

Dining options reflect the community’s character—family-friendly establishments alongside date-night spots. Adam’s Taphouse & Grille has become a gathering place. Garry’s Grill offers American comfort food. For waterfront dining, residents head to nearby Magothy River restaurants or make the short drive to Annapolis.

Private schools add educational options. Severn School, a private K-12 institution, consistently ranks among Maryland’s best independent schools.

Severna Park’s housing stock includes solid 1960s-80s colonials alongside newer construction. Many homes have been substantially updated. Water-privileged and waterfront properties command premiums. The community has maintained property values even during market fluctuations—a testament to sustained demand.

The commute works for many families. Route 2 connects to Baltimore (25 minutes) and Route 50 reaches Annapolis (15 minutes) and the Bay Bridge. Fort Meade and BWI are accessible. It’s not urban-close, but it’s manageable.

What you’re buying in Severna Park is a proven formula: excellent schools, engaged community, water access, and stable property values. Families pay premium prices for that formula—and most consider it worthwhile.