The area was annexed in 1949. The Burgundy Knolls Subdivision, which is located between First Street and Norbeck Avenue, is zoned R-75. The houses in Twinbrook Forest are in generally good condition with some variation of the Cape Cod and rambler styles popular then. There are very few multi-family complexes in the planning area. Meadow Hall Townhouses, Ashleigh Woods Townhouses, and two apartment complexes on Baltimore Road and Twinbrook Parkway offer alternatives to single-family housing .
Streets are well maintained and tree lined.
Some upgrades to the street drainage system may be needed, but this is not considered to be a major problem. The planning area has at least 182 acres of open space. The historic Glenview Mansion and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater are located on the 153-acre Civic Center site. Various other ball fields, playing courts, and picnic areas are located throughout the planning area. In addition, two large cemeteries provide open green space.