This area is a prized location with schools, churches, and shopping centers in close proximity. Ten minutes away are Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins University, two of the largest private employers in the city.

Lake Montebello, Mothers' Garden, Clifton Park Golf Course, beautiful neighborhood azaleas and dogwood trees, St. Matthew Church has an original round Frevel Tiffany stained glass window, one of only 7 in the world and a yearly neighborhood block party.

Mayfield prides itself in maintaining beautiful, architecturally diverse home and gardens. The styles range from colonial mansions, Victorians, 1930's style single family homes, to the graceful Tudor and colonial style duplexes and brick row homes with white marble steps. Homes are built of stone, stucco, wood and brick and include unique exterior features. Most homes have spacious yet manageable landscaped lots that provide privacy and comfort. Inside, homes contain architectural features like hardwood inlaid floors, stained glass windows, and spacious rooms.