A rare Catonsville opportunity - just a hair shy one full acre of land. Tucked just off Frederick Rd and a stone’s throw from The Atlantic Restaurant, this property sits perfectly between downtown Catonsville and historic Old Ellicott City, giving you the best of both communities: downtown charm, local dining, and quick access to commuter routes. The owners cherished how quiet and peaceful the setting felt — a true retreat with the kind of space that’s almost impossible to find in 21228. Whether you envision a modern farmhouse renovation, a private homestead, or a strategic investment, the land itself is the headline. The property also features an on‑site inground pool, adding even more potential for outdoor living, entertaining, and creating your own backyard escape. The home will need a rehab, making it an ideal project for investors, contractors, or a savvy buyer looking to build equity and customize a property on an oversized lot in one of Baltimore County’s most sought‑after pockets
For sale
$375,000
16 Balfred Ave, Baltimore, MD 21228
3beds
1,550sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.98 Acres Lot
$472,200 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor livingOversized lot
- 1 day |
- 622 |
- 44 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Samson Fridrich 443-864-8397,
RE/MAX Solutions (410) 747-2800
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2173646
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 1150
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Combination
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,550 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,150
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
Lot
- Size: 0.98 Acres
- Dimensions: 3.00 x
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04011900002210
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Mixed, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $360,867
- Annual tax amount: $4,374
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$472,200
$434,000 - $510,000
$2,484/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+525%$242/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBC2173646 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/1981 | Sold | $60,000$39/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,779 +26.8% | $335,933 +8% |
| 2024 | $3,769 +1.7% | $311,000 +1.7% |
| 2023 | $3,705 +1.8% | $305,667 -1.7% |
| 2022 | $3,640 +1.8% | $311,000 +5.4% |
| 2021 | $3,575 +1.4% | $295,000 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $3,525 +1.4% | $290,867 -1.4% |
| 2019 | $3,475 +1.5% | $295,000 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $3,425 +6.2% | $282,600 +6.2% |
| 2017 | $3,226 +9.9% | $266,200 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $2,937 | $249,800 +7% |
| 2015 | $2,937 | $233,400 |
| 2014 | $2,937 | $233,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $233,400 -9.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $257,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $257,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $257,400 -19% |
| 2009 | -- | $317,730 +16.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $271,820 +20.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $225,910 +25.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $180,000 +6.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $169,196 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $158,393 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $147,590 +3.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $142,722 +3.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $137,856 |
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Neighborhood: 21228
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Westchester Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Catonsville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Catonsville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore County 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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