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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]NP - DH's Navy HQ were moving from Washington Navy Yard to Norfolk in 2017, and Navy was going to pay to sell our house and move us. We actually really like Norfolk, but didn't do it because of climate change. I would rent in Larchmont, but never buy there. Or Ghent. Both are charming, and Ghent especially is my favorite neighborhood there. I also like Rodgers Park in Baltimore and have friends there, so if it were between the two, while overall I like Norfolk and being by the water better, in terms of wanting to buy property, Rodgers Park would be it. It's a great community, lush green space and super family friendly. Kind of a more spacious and affordable Fairlington, which I also used to live in.

We moved to St. Paul, MN on our own dime to be closer to family, and have a house the kids could come home to once they leave the nest. We didn't see that as likely in Norfolk long-term. The land is sinking and the sea is rising.

I applaud the current resident, and would have been happy there short term, but flooding worries would nag at me. Flood insurance is only going up, and it's possible to get stuck in a dangerous situation like Hurricane Matthew where you might not be able to evacuate.

Norfolk is highly underrated in my view, and I was bummed that we didn't see a future there. If we didn't have kids, we would have gone and probably just rented.
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OP here. Thank you for this thoughtful message! We’re in Norfolk now and I love Ghent!! We have the same concerns about flooding and I think that is enough for us to eliminate Norfolk, unfortunately. It’s a shame because I think our family would enjoy being near the water but flooding is something we don’t want to have to deal with.

For those that live in Baltimore, where is the best place to look for reviews on schools? I know greatschools, niche, etc is not accurate. We went to some playgrounds in the areas were interested in (canton and locust point) and talked to several families but I’d like to do more research.

As of now, I think we’re leaning towards Towson/Stoneleigh area or Locust point.

Thank you again! 
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Thanks Gosh, op! I am so glad you decided to eliminate Norfolk. Truly, I think it is the best decision. Areas around Baltimore are awesome for kids and schools. I am not sure which site is good to research schools, but post and ask about it. I know more about MCPS and Howard County schools, than Towson. I am sure you will not regret your decision. People were weirdly focused on putting your in downtown Baltimore, and completely clueless about the surrounding areas.
When are you moving? You might want to look at new construction(if you can't find something you like right away) as housing prices were going nuts last summer.[/quote]

Are you not from the area?  There is no new construction in Towson beyond an isolated tear down ocassionally.[/quote]

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