Search and explore resources for contractor, rental, permit, and city data.
Next Nest Online partners with new investors to simplify the often complex journey of entering the Baltimore real estate market.
Baltimore offers a wide range of resources for both aspiring and experienced homeowners and developers, but navigating them all can be overwhelming. That’s why Next Nest Online has created a curated list to help you get started. Please note that this is not a complete list, and we encourage you to contact the City of Baltimore directly to explore additional opportunities.
Next Nest Online is not affiliated with the City of Baltimore; this information is provided solely as a helpful reference and will be updated regularly.
| Source | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed MHIC Contractor Search | Search here to check for licensed Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) Contractors | Contractor Search |
| Rental Registration Search | Search here to check for valid rental licenses | Rentals |
| MDE Lead Registration Search | Check for Lead Certificates if required | Rentals |
| Building Violations/Condemnation | Search for buildings with violation notices. Note: Condemned buildings may not yet have been slated for demolition. | Construction and Demolition |
| Grocery and convenience store map | Searches by zip code, neighborhood, and store type available | Attractions and Convenience Data and Statistics |
| Open Baltimore | Data about the City of Baltimore | Data and Statistics |
| Vacant Building Dashboard | Keeping track of vacant property | Data and Statistics |
| Baltimore Investment Map | Search for vacant lots, public city owned property, requests for proposal | Data and Statistics |
| Building Permit Notes | A short guide to construction permits | Construction and Demolition |
| Building Permit Fees | Note: These are informational only, and subject to change, please consult the Baltimore City website for the latest schedule. | Construction and Demolition |
| Rental and housing laws | Know your rights and responsibilities! | Rentals |
| Property Registration and Licensing Requirements | Your city curated checklist | Rentals |
| Neighborhood Map of Baltimore | Mapping resource for baltimore | Data and Statistics |
| Mashvisor 2022 Trends & Forecast | Analysis of City trends | Blogs |
| What is ground rent? | Details of Ground Rent in Maryland | General Information |
| Rentometer | A way to quickly check comparable rent in your area | Rentals |
| Reframe Baltimore | Information on Baltimore City's 15 year plan to eliminate vacant properties in the city. | Data and Statistics |
| Maryland Tenants' Bill of Rights | Statewide Bill effective July 1 2025 | General Information |
| Maryland Tenant Mold Protection Act | Regulations expected June 1 2027 | General Information |