Baltimore Kicks Its Blight to the Curb — Wall Street Journal

August 17, 2026

ReBUILD Metro’s community-driven redevelopment model in Johnston Square is showcased as the example of how Baltimore is now successfully using a “whole blocks” approach to eliminate its blight and vacancy. More home buyers and flippers are giving dilapidated Baltimore homes a fresh look with abandoned homes now being fought over in bidding wars. Somerset has been partnering with ReBUILD Metro to revitalize vacant lots in the Johnston Square neighborhood.

Read more… “Baltimore Kicks its Blight to the Curb” – Wall Street Journal Showcases ReBUILD’s Success

Full Article:  Abandoned Homes in Baltimore Are Now Being Fought Over in Bidding Wars – WSJ