The area of Charles Street within Baltimore’s downtown core features specialty stores, quaint restaurants, coffee bars and cafés, and a wealth of historic signature properties. Baltimore’s Financial District and Government Center fuel street level activity in this area and presents many opportunities for locating retail and office uses.

The cultural district of Charles Street features popular performing arts venues, nationally and internationally recognized museums and local galleries near the Washington Monument. Many small, locally owned restaurants and cafés, dance and social clubs, and trendy boutiques welcome visitors to one of America’s greatest public squares. Attractive historic space is available for lease or purchase.

Charles Street’s Midtown area is a treasure of historic architecture. Surrounded by attractive, vibrant residential communities, Midtown offers a wide range of housing options amidst educational and performing arts centers. Development opportunities exist for infill development and residential.

The Charles North area of Charles Street is experiencing a rebirth. New investment near Pennsylvania Station has transformed this area into an oasis of activity ranging from theatre to restaurants and nightclubs. Recently designated an Arts and Entertainment District, Charles North is an area of growth and opportunity for both infill development and renovation.