Investor Opportunity – Cash-Flowing Rental with Upside Potential! Well-maintained tenant-occupied 3-bedroom, 1-bath investment property offered at $138,000. The current tenant has occupied the property since 2013, pays consistently, and would like to remain, providing immediate rental income from day one. The tenant is currently on a month-to-month lease. The property was renovated in 2011/2012 and remains in good condition. Recent capital improvements include a new hot water heater installed in April 2026 and replacement washer and dryer. Current rent is $1,380 per month, while comparable rentals in the area range from approximately $1,525 to $1,687 per month, presenting an opportunity for future income growth. The surrounding neighborhood is seeing continued reinvestment, with two nearby properties recently purchased and currently undergoing full renovations for resale. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio or acquire a turnkey rental property with long-term tenant stability and rental upside, this property deserves your attention. 24 hours notice required to show. BUYER TO VERIFY GROUND RENT.
For sale
$138,000
1552 Carswell St, Baltimore, MD 21218
3beds
1,260sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
0 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$110/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Replacement washer and dryer
- 29 days |
- 43 |
- 0 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Darren Walker 240-501-0505,
EXP Realty, LLC 8888607369
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBA2219904
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 0309174132 019
- Zoning: R-6
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Baltimore Midway
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $110/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $70,067
- Annual tax amount: $1,182
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Ground Rent
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $138,000+24.3%$110/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBA2219904 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2022 | Sold | $111,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2022 | Sold | $111,000-3.4%$88/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2050870 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2022 | Pending sale | $114,900$91/sqft |
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| 6/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $114,900-11.6%$91/sqft |
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| 6/28/2022 | Listing removed | $129,990$103/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2045408 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2022 | Price change | $129,990+0.1%$103/sqft |
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| 5/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $129,900+52.8%$103/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2045408 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2013 | Listing removed | $85,000$67/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Baltimore #BA7919217 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $85,000+295.3%$67/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Baltimore #BA7919217 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2009 | Sold | $21,500+168.8%$17/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2008 | Sold | $8,000-83.6%$6/sqft |
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| 2/7/2008 | Sold | $48,750-18.8%$39/sqft |
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| 3/27/2007 | Sold | $60,000+41.2%$48/sqft |
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| 4/18/2000 | Sold | $42,500$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $50,100 +20% |
| 2024 | $985 +25.1% | $41,733 +25.1% |
| 2023 | $787 +33.5% | $33,367 +33.5% |
| 2022 | $590 +15.4% | $25,000 +15.4% |
| 2021 | $511 +18.2% | $21,667 +18.2% |
| 2020 | $433 +22.2% | $18,333 +22.2% |
| 2019 | $354 | $15,000 |
| 2018 | $354 | $15,000 |
| 2017 | $354 +198.9% | $15,000 |
| 2016 | $118 | $15,000 |
| 2015 | $118 | $15,000 |
| 2014 | $118 | $15,000 +200% |
| 2013 | -- | $5,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $5,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,000 -83.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $30,000 +42.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $21,000 +75% |
| 2008 | -- | $12,000 +300% |
| 2007 | -- | $3,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $3,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,000 -66.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $9,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $9,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $9,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $9,000 |
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Neighborhood: Coldstream Homestead Montebello
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Abbottston Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Stadium SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Baltimore City CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore City Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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