Eastern Shore

Easton, Maryland

Town

Talbot County seat and the Shore's retail hub

Easton is an incorporated town and the seat of Talbot County, the retail, medical and cultural center of Maryland's mid-Shore, with a historic downtown and the Avalon Theatre.

History & Local Character

Laid out in 1710 as the Talbot County seat and incorporated in 1790.

Housing & Real Estate

Historic downtown homes, waterfront properties and subdivisions on the edges.

Restaurants & Shopping

Washington Street and Harrison Street hold restaurants, cafes and a longstanding farmers market.

Schools & Education

Talbot County Public Schools serves the town, with Easton High School.

Parks & Recreation

Idlewild Park, the Rails to Trails path and nearby Pickering Creek provide recreation.

Transportation & Accessibility

US 50 and MD 33 meet in Easton, with no passenger rail service.

Local Businesses

RestaurantsBoutiquesMedical practicesGalleries

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Nearby Attractions

  • Avalon Theatre
  • Historic Downtown Easton
  • Pickering Creek Audubon Center

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • Walkable downtown
  • Arts and medical hub
  • Central Shore location

Considerations

  • High housing costs
  • US 50 traffic

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easton the Talbot County seat?

Yes. Easton is an incorporated town and the seat of Talbot County.

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