*GRANT ELIGIBLE* Some homes have finishes. This one has character — and there's a difference. From the moment you step inside 1629 E Oliver Street, the hardwood floors and original architectural details tell you immediately that this is not your average East Baltimore row home. Updated where it counts, and preserved where it matters, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home strikes the balance that buyers keep looking for and rarely find at this price point — a home that feels real, feels lived in, and feels like it was built to last. The layout flows naturally from room to room — spacious enough to entertain, intimate enough to feel like home from day one. The three bedrooms are well-sized and versatile — a primary suite, a home office, a guest room, a nursery — this floor plan works for whatever your life looks like right now and where it's headed. Both bathrooms are clean and functional. The kitchen has everything you need. And out back, a private outdoor space gives you your own slice of the city to enjoy when you need it. The location is where this property becomes a no-brainer. You are minutes from Johns Hopkins Hospital — one of the largest employers in the state of Maryland. Patterson Park is close by — 155 acres of green space, trails, a pool, an ice rink, and a community that actually uses it. Downtown Baltimore, major highways, public transportation, local restaurants, and everyday shopping are all within reach. This is an address that works whether you're commuting, working from home, or walking to everything you need. For the first-time buyer: This is your entry point into homeownership in a city where the median home price is 35% below the national average — and where property values have been appreciating steadily. You're not just buying a home. You're starting to build. For the Hopkins or healthcare professional: You've been commuting long enough. This is what living close to work actually looks like — a real home, real character, real neighborhood, at a price that makes the math work. For the investor: East Baltimore's revitalization is not coming. It is already here. A well-maintained updated row home at this price point, this close to Hopkins, with rental demand this strong, is exactly what a smart portfolio looks like in 2026. Grant programs may be available for eligible buyers — ask your agent about Baltimore City first-time homebuyer incentives and down payment assistance programs that could significantly reduce what you bring to closing. Homes with this combination of character, location, and price don't sit. Schedule your showing today.
For sale
Price cut: $4K (9/9)
$184,999
1629 E Oliver St, Baltimore, MD 21213
3beds
--sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1914
1,064 Square Feet Lot
$184,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Home officeGuest roomPrivate outdoor spaceHardwood floorsOriginal architectural detailsPrimary suite
- 66 days
- 104
- 7
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauren DiMartino 850-381-3888,
EXP Realty, LLC 8888607369,
Listing Team: The Jl Home Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBA2226436
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 12
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 5
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Basement
- Level: Lower
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Heated,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,064 Square Feet
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0308081138 033
- Zoning: R-8
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial,Contemporary,Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Combination
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good,Good,Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Johns Hopkins
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
- Municipality: Baltimore City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $150,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,720
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,FHVA
- Exclusions: Staging Furniture
- Ownership: Ground Rent
Estimated market value
$184,500
$175,000 - $194,000
$1,961/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,875+10.3% |
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| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $184,999-2.1% |
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| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $188,999-5% |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $198,999-0.5% |
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| 7/22/2026 | Listing removed | $200,000 |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $200,000-4.8% |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $210,000+47.9% |
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| 12/19/2024 | Sold | $142,000 |
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| 11/18/2024 | Listing removed | $1,700 |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,700+30.8% |
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| 9/19/2024 | Sold | $142,000-2.1% |
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| 8/22/2024 | Pending sale | $144,999 |
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| 7/11/2024 | Price change | $144,999-6.5% |
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| 5/23/2024 | Price change | $154,999-3.1% |
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| 4/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $159,999-5.8% |
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| 3/14/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $169,900-15% |
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| 6/27/2023 | Price change | $199,900-9.1% |
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| 6/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $220,000 |
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| 5/27/2023 | Contingent | $220,000 |
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| 2/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $220,000+46.7% |
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| 12/19/2020 | Listing removed | $1,300 |
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| 10/28/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,300 |
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| 10/28/2020 | Listing removed | $150,000 |
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| 9/24/2020 | Price change | $150,000-9.1% |
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| 7/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $165,000+10.1% |
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| 2/8/2020 | Listing removed | $149,900+2398.3% |
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| 11/26/2014 | Sold | $6,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,720 +1.4% | $200,000 +1.4% |
| 2024 | $4,657 +1.4% | $197,333 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $4,594 +924.6% | $194,667 +924.6% |
| 2022 | $448 | $19,000 |
| 2021 | $448 | $19,000 |
| 2020 | $448 | $19,000 |
| 2019 | $448 | $19,000 |
| 2018 | $448 | $19,000 |
| 2017 | $448 +26.2% | $19,000 -9.5% |
| 2016 | $355 | $21,000 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $355 | $19,000 +11.8% |
| 2014 | $355 | $17,000 +13.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,000 -7.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $16,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $16,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $16,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $16,200 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,800 +10.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $13,400 +11.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $12,000 |
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Neighborhood: Oliver
Nearby schools
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.






