If you're tired of cookie cutter row homes don't miss this light filled gem that seamlessly blends historic charm and modern amenities. Pride of ownership abounds throughout every room of this 3 bed 1.5 bath stunner. Enjoy two story ceilings, hardwood floors, beautifully renovated kitchen and baths, recessed lighting, convenient main level laundry and powder room, charming barn door, and 3 bedrooms above grade. Take in the sunset over the harbor from the many decks or relax with a book in the private rear patio area. All in stellar location nestled just between Canton, Fells Point, and Butchers Hill. Great proximity to JHH the waterfront, and all the best local shops and restaurants.
For sale
$345,000
2216 Essex St, Baltimore, MD 21231
3beds
1,260sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1860
-- sqft lot
$338,800 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gorgeous decksStunning water viewsUpdated kitchen
- 12 days |
- 549 |
- 59 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tina Knott 410-960-2184,
Cummings & Co. Realtors 410-823-0033
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBA2227024
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Washer, Oven/Range - Gas, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,560
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Enclosed
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0301041835 001
- Zoning: R-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fells Point Historic District
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
- Municipality: Baltimore City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $274/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $231,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,171
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$338,800
$322,000 - $356,000
$2,458/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,000+97.1%$274/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBA2227024 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2000 | Sold | $175,000+7953.4%$139/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/1998 | Sold | $2,173-98.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/1998 | Sold | $129,253+9.5%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/1994 | Sold | $118,000$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $219,100 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $4,880 +6.3% | $206,800 +6.3% |
| 2023 | $4,590 | $194,500 |
| 2022 | $4,590 | $194,500 |
| 2021 | $4,590 -5.1% | $194,500 -5.1% |
| 2020 | $4,838 +3.9% | $205,000 |
| 2019 | $4,657 +4% | $205,000 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $4,476 +4.2% | $189,667 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $4,295 -9.4% | $182,000 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $4,742 | $178,667 +1.9% |
| 2015 | $4,742 | $175,333 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $4,742 | $172,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $172,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $172,000 -14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $200,190 |
| 2010 | -- | $200,190 |
| 2009 | -- | $200,190 -6.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $214,950 +9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $196,926 +3.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $189,940 +18.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $160,880 +4.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $154,042 +4.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $147,206 +4.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $140,370 +63.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $85,960 |
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Neighborhood: Canton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hampstead Hill AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10National Academy FoundationGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Paul Laurence Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hampstead Hill Academy
- 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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