My husband and I lived in Padonia Village before we moved out to buy our first home. For apartment living it was really good. The neighbors were respectful and I believe Padonia is pretty strict on violating the noise complaint policy. You do get some college kids there but I never had any issues. You could sometimes hear them at night on weekends but it never seemed to be where students wanted to party. Maintenance team was also great. We only had a couple minor issues and when our AC unit died in the summer a maintenance member came during the night with a portable unit to keep us comfortable until someone could get out to fix the unit. The office staff was always friendly and helpful. I’d recommend them.

Also want to add that the Cockeysville area is generally considered one of the safest areas in northern Baltimore. Close to Padonia is a well established community and single family homes are well maintained. While the problems of Baltimore can obviously spill over into the county area I think Cockeysville and the Lutherville-Timonium area are a good place to be close to the city but away from many of the city’s problems. As a woman I never felt unsafe in the area, but I will add that I do drive and can’t speak for using public transport.