Chillum City Property Records in Maryland

Chillum is a census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, just north of Washington, D.C., near Takoma Park and Hyattsville. It is a densely settled community of mid-century homes and apartments, with records managed by the county and the state rather than a municipal government.

Land records, including deeds, mortgages and plats, are filed with the Circuit Court for Prince George's County Land Records office in Upper Marlboro and are accessible through Maryland Land Records. Property assessments, owner names and tax account details come from the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation. Tax bills are issued by the Prince George's County Office of Finance, and permits and zoning are overseen by the Prince George's County Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement. Historical documents can be requested from the Maryland State Archives.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$78,513
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$383,900
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$3,958
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,733 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
40%
Population
Population:
35,163

Chillum Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Chillum

The three largest groups in Chillum are Hispanic residents at 49% (17,069 people), Black residents at 42% (14,931 people), and White residents at 5% (1,588 people). Asian residents make up 2% (697 people), Two + Races 2% (546 people), and Other Race 0.86% (304 people). American Indian residents are at 0.08% (28 people), and Pacific Islander residents are listed at 0% (0 people).

Hispanic
49%
17,069
Black
42%
14,931
White
5%
1,588
Asian
2%
697
Two + Races
2%
546
Other Race
0.86%
304
American Indian
0.08%
28
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Chillum, Ratings Compared Across Maryland C+

The ratings for Chillum cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Access to Parks and Diversity, each with an A grade, and Access to Outdoor Activities, with an A- grade. Nightlife and Access to Coffee Shops received B+ grades, while Public Schools received a C- and Housing received a D+, so these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
C+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
C+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
D+
Jobs
Jobs
C
Walkability
Walkability
A-

How Educated Is Chillum

Chillum's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Below High School (29%), High School (27%), and Bachelor Degree (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Below High School
29%
High School
27%
Bachelor Degree
15%
Some College
9%
Associate Degree
7%
Masters Degree
7%
Doctorate
0.84%

When Were Homes Built

Chillum's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (43%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (28%) and 1980 - 1999 (14%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1940 - 1959
43%
1960 - 1979
28%
1980 - 1999
14%
2000 - Present
8%
Before 1939
7%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Chillum's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (30%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (28%) and 1 Bedroom (19%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
30%
3 Bedrooms
28%
1 Bedroom
19%
4 Bedrooms
12%
5 or More Bedrooms
7%
No Bedrooms
4%

What Is the Average Age

Chillum's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (17%), 35 - 44 (15%), and Under 10 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

25 - 34
17%
35 - 44
15%
Under 10
14%
65 Plus
13%
45 - 54
12%
55 - 64
12%
18 - 24
9%
10 - 17
9%

Property Market Trends at Chillum

Chillum's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $383,900. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,733 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Chillum's dynamic real estate landscape.

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