LOOKING FOR MORE SPACE? This home offers nearly 3,000 SQFT of total living space, MAJOR SYSTEM updates already completed, a large fenced backyard, and NO HOA—all at an approachable price point! Welcome to 48 Fairground Ave, a charming 3-bedroom rancher offering comfortable main-level living plus a finished basement with even more room to spread out, laundry, french drain system and a HUGE storage area. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, generously sized bedrooms, fresh paint throughout much of the home, and a refreshed kitchen with colorful cabinetry that opens to a versatile seasonal/flex room (previous carport). Could be ideal as a sunroom, office, playroom, gym or additional entertaining space. The spacious upper-level third bedroom offers even more flexibility and natural light. Even better, many of the big-ticket improvements have already been completed, offering added peace of mind and fewer major projects to worry about! Major 2023 updates include a new HVAC system with added upper-level ductwork, conversion from oil to electric heat, updated electrical panel and wiring, full water main replacement, new PVC interior plumbing lines, and a radon mitigation system. More recent improvements include a new water heater, oven, washing machine, utility sink, refinished tub surround, and replacement storm door to the deck. (Roof replaced around 2013) Outside, enjoy a large 12x27 deck overlooking the flat, fully fenced backyard, storage shed, raised garden beds, and a producing fig tree. The driveway and ample street parking add to the convenience and enjoy the beautiful perennial landscaping as you approach the front of the home. Located in a quiet neighborhood yet within walking distance of groceries, shopping, dining, a park, an elementary school, a library and so much more, with easy access to Westminster, Frederick, and Pennsylvania. If you're looking for space, one-level living, a great yard, no HOA, and peace of mind knowing many costly improvements are already behind you, 48 Fairground Ave is one you'll want to see! Be sure to ask your lender about available down payment and closing cost assistance programs that could make purchasing this home even more affordable. PRICE JUST REDUCED AND SELLER IS MOTIVATED! SCHEDULE A TOUR!
Under contract
Price cut: $5K (8/18)
$324,900
48 Fairground Ave, Taneytown, MD 21787
3beds
2,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$145/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable main-level livingProducing fig treeRefinished tub surroundRaised garden bedsBeautiful perennial landscapingHardwood floorsStorage shed
- 23 days
- 675
- 51
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jamie Riley 410-662-2167,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (410) 544-4000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCR2035894
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 1064
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Sump Pump,Drainage System
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,900
- Total interior livable area: 2,236 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,836
- Finished area below ground: 400
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0701020307
- Zoning: R-750
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler,Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Combination
- Foundation: Active Radon Mitigation, Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Taneytown
- Municipality: Taneytown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $145/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $287,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,875
- Date on market: 8/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Chicken Coop / Structure, White Cabinet In Kitchen To Convey & Other - See Addendum.**
- Exclusions: Extra Freezer In Sunroom - See Addendum
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2026 | Contingent | $324,900$145/sqft |
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| 8/18/2026 | Price change | $324,900-1.5%$145/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $329,900-3%$148/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000+13.4%$152/sqft |
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| 2/17/2023 | Sold | $299,900$134/sqft |
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| 1/23/2023 | Pending sale | $299,900$134/sqft |
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| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $299,900$134/sqft |
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| 9/16/2015 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/12/2015 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,212 -3.3% | $254,300 +14.9% |
| 2024 | $3,320 +17.5% | $221,300 +17.5% |
| 2023 | $2,825 +3.7% | $188,300 |
| 2022 | $2,725 +3.8% | $188,300 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $2,626 +3.9% | $175,033 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $2,526 | $168,400 |
| 2019 | $2,526 +211.2% | $168,400 |
| 2018 | $812 -68.3% | $168,400 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,559 | $170,600 |
| 2016 | -- | $170,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $170,600 -1.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $172,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $172,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $172,800 -11.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $196,050 |
| 2010 | -- | $196,050 |
| 2009 | -- | $196,050 -7.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $212,550 +18.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $179,400 +22.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $146,250 +29.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $113,100 +3.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $108,832 +4.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,566 +4.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,300 +0.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $99,662 |
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Neighborhood: 21787
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Carroll 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.







