Situated on a handsome residential block in Mount Vernon, 16 West Read Street is a refined mid nineteenth century townhouse that blends historic architectural elegance with the scale, flexibility, and lifestyle today’s urban buyers demand. Originally constructed in 1857 for the daughter of the Attorney General of Virginia, the residence has been thoughtfully restored with curated improvements that respect its heritage while supporting modern living. A distinguished double mahogany entrance opens to a grand flagstone reception hall, setting a strong architectural tone. The ground level functions as a self contained suite with three spacious rooms, two powder rooms, and a well appointed galley kitchen. Currently used as a professional office, this level benefits from rare residential and office zoning, offering flexibility for a gallery, studio, workspace, or entertaining level. The primary living quarters unfold across the upper floors, creating a private, light filled environment. The second floor features a gracious drawing room with tall windows, high ceilings, and a wood burning fireplace. The adjoining kitchen includes bespoke cabinetry, quartzite surfaces, ceiling height storage with library ladder, farmhouse sink, and a six burner Bertazzoni range. A formal dining room opens to a private roof terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. This level also includes an additional bedroom or study and a renovated full bath. The third floor offers a generous primary suite with ensuite bath, along with an additional bedroom and a beautifully finished bath featuring a walk in shower, clawfoot soaking tub, marble tile, and brass fixtures. The lower level includes a home gym, wine cellar, laundry, workshop, and storage. While currently configured with separate zones, the home can easily be reconnected to function as a seamless single family residence. Additional features include new windows, upgraded HVAC, 400 amp electrical service, twenty nine owned solar panels reducing electric costs by approximately thirty percent annually, and a dedicated EV charger. A rare front garden, designed with perennial plantings, creates a gracious entry, while a private side courtyard offers a quiet retreat. At the rear, three off street parking spaces provide exceptional convenience. Located in the heart of Mount Vernon, the home is steps from the Washington Monument and within walking distance to The Coral Wig, Magdalena, The Prime Rib, Sotto Sopra, The Helmand, Cafe Fili, and Spirits of Mount Vernon, along with major cultural institutions including the Walters Art Museum, Peabody Library, and Center Stage. Penn Station is approximately half a mile away, offering MARC access to Washington and Amtrak and Acela service to Philadelphia and New York. Johns Hopkins, University of Maryland, University of Baltimore, and MICA are all nearby.
For sale
$995,000
16 W Read St, Baltimore, MD 21201
5beds
4,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1857
4,200 Square Feet Lot
$956,100 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceDouble mahogany entranceGrand flagstone reception hallBrass fixturesHigh ceilingsWine cellarAdditional bedroom or study
- 58 days |
- 809 |
- 56 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jessica Dailey 443-838-8204,
Compass (410) 886-7342
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBA2199828
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Exercise Room, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 22
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Bonus room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 X 20
Exercise room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Family room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 23
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 6
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 11
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 12
Half bath
- Level: Lower
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 10
Half bath
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 X 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 416 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 26
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 11
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 17
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 837 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 X 31
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 22
Recreation room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 30
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 11
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 19
Storage room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Heating
- Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Improved,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Workshop,Connecting Stairway
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,480
- Total interior livable area: 4,480 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,480
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Terrace, Roof Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
Lot
- Size: 4,200 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0311020511 002
- Zoning: OR-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1857
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mount Vernon Place Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
- Municipality: Baltimore City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $511,800
- Annual tax amount: $12,078
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$956,100
$908,000 - $1.00M
$5,308/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000-22%$222/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBA2199828 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Listing removed | $1,275,000$285/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #MDBA2159200 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+264.3%$285/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2159200 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2016 | Listing removed | $350,000$78/sqft |
Source: Alex Cooper Auctioneers Inc. #BA9626529 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2016 | Listed for sale | $350,000-41.6%$78/sqft |
Source: Alex Cooper Auctioneers Inc. #BA9626529 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2016 | Listing removed | $599,000$134/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Ellicott City #BA9548124 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2016 | Price change | $599,000-7.7%$134/sqft |
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| 2/3/2016 | Price change | $649,000-3.9%$145/sqft |
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| 1/8/2016 | Listed for sale | $675,000$151/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Integrity #BA9548124 Report a problem | ||
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mid-Town Belvedere
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Baltimore Design SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Baltimore School For The ArtsGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore City Public Schools
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