Historic Otterbein home with a surprising amount of flexible living space. One of Otterbein’s famous “Dollar Houses,” this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has many unique features you’ll never find in new construction or cookie-cutter homes including original heart pine flooring, exposed brick, and 3 wood burning fireplaces. The center of the home enjoys a multi-level stairwell with a large skylight that envelopes the home in light. In addition to the 3 bedrooms, you will love the additional living spaces that include a second floor living/family room and a top level den/home office option with a wet bar and sliding doors that lead to a deck with sunny eastern exposures overlooking the downtown skyline. In addition, there is a beautiful updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and exposed beams that leads to a large and private fenced backyard and patio/garden rarely found in homes like this. There is a split lower level with another bedroom/office space and full bath as well as a large and bright storage room. Parking is so easy in this neighborhood, as it is permit-only and strongly enforced to the benefit of homeowners. Easy access to I-95, the MARC train (if you happen to work in Washington, DC), the Light Rail, the Charm City Circulator, and all the conveniences of the Inner Harbor and Federal Hill. 93 Walk Score – just a few blocks to CFG Arena, M&T Stadium, Camden Yards and the beautiful waterfront.
Sold for $535,000
$535,000
521 S Sharp St, Baltimore, MD 21201
3beds
2,208sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$541,500 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$3,997 Estimated rent
Home value
$541,500
$460,000 - $634,000
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Wood burning fireplacesMulti-level stairwellPrivate fenced backyardStainless steel appliancesExposed brickLarge skylightSunny eastern exposures
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
James M. Baldwin 443-255-2502,
Compass,
Listing Team: The Baldwin & Griffin Group Of Compass, Co-Listing Agent: Caroline Kuntz 561-573-6971,
Compass
Bought with:
Andre Margutti, 630206
Redfin Corp
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBA2152470
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Upper 2
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper 3
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper 2
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper 3
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Upper
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Storage room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 12
Study
- Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Additional Stairway, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Built-in Features, Bar
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Other,Rear Entrance,Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,760
- Total interior livable area: 2,208 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,208
- 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: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Street Lights, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0322080874 021
- Zoning: R-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Baltimore
- Subdivision: Otterbein
- Municipality: Baltimore City
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $285 annually
- Association name: OTTERBEIN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2025 | Sold | $535,000-2.6%$242/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBA2152470 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2025 | Contingent | $549,000$249/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2152470 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2025 | Price change | $549,000-2.8%$249/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2152470 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000+17.7%$256/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBA2152470 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2020 | Listing removed | $2,700$1/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #MDBA515434 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,700$1/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #MDBA515434 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2018 | Sold | $480,000-1.8%$217/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2018 | Pending sale | $489,000$221/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #BA10170381 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $489,000-2%$221/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Homesale Realty #1000228266 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Listing removed | $499,000$226/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #BA9943776 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2017 | Price change | $499,000-2.2%$226/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #BA9943776 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2017 | Price change | $510,000-2.8%$231/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #BA9943776 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $524,900+114.2%$238/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty #BA9943776 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/1998 | Sold | $245,000$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $474,633 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $11,079 +1.1% | $469,467 +1.1% |
| 2023 | $10,957 +5.2% | $464,300 |
| 2022 | $10,415 +5.5% | $464,300 +11% |
| 2021 | $9,873 +5.8% | $418,367 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $9,331 | $395,400 |
| 2019 | $9,331 | $395,400 |
| 2018 | $9,331 -1.2% | $395,400 -1.2% |
| 2017 | $9,445 +57.5% | $400,200 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $5,995 | $397,067 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $5,995 | $393,933 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $5,995 | $390,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $390,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $390,800 -3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $406,030 +1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $400,020 +1.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $394,010 +1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $388,000 +16.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $333,292 +19.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $278,586 +24.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $223,880 +8.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $206,862 +9% |
| 2003 | -- | $189,846 +9.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $172,830 |
| 2001 | -- | $172,830 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Otterbein
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Federal Hill Preparatory SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10National Academy FoundationGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 1/10Digital Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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.
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