Welcome to 834 Dorsey Ave in Essex. This nicely updated detached 5BD/3BA Cape Cod offers generous living spaces, original character, a brand-new kitchen and bathrooms, a detached garage, ample storage, a brand-new HVAC system, and a newly finished basement with an additional bathroom. The main level is filled with natural light and showcases beautifully refinished original hardwood floors. A flexible floorplan offers two separate living spaces, two spacious main-level bedrooms, and a fully refreshed full bathroom. The brand-new kitchen features quartz countertops, new appliances, tile backsplash, and soft-close cabinetry. A large rear addition provides endless possibilities—ideal for a second living room, play area, oversized dining space, or even an additional bedroom. The main level is completed by a screened-in rear covered porch, perfect for entertaining on summer nights. Upstairs, you’ll find three enormous bedrooms, each large enough to accommodate a king-sized bed. The upstairs bathroom has been fully renovated with a full tile shower, new vanity, and updated lighting. The newly finished basement adds significant functional living space and includes an additional bathroom—perfect for guests, recreation, a home office, or extended living needs, while also offering excellent storage and housing the brand-new HVAC system. Outside, enjoy a flat rear yard and a massive detached garage—ideal for vehicles, hobbies, or extra storage. With a recently replaced roof, this home is truly move-in ready and low maintenance. Schedule your showing today and prepare to be impressed!
Under contract
$415,000
834 Dorsey Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221
5beds
2,725sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$414,700 Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flat rear yardOriginal characterDetached garageGenerous living spacesBrand-new kitchenRecently replaced roofLarge rear addition
- 147 days |
- 76 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ben Garner 240-216-7841,
Cummings & Co. Realtors (410) 823-0033,
Listing Team: Garner+co
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2151676
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 758
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,725
- Total interior livable area: 2,725 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,967
- Finished area below ground: 758
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 1.00 x
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04151519002060
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Essex
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $232,167
- Annual tax amount: $2,814
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$414,700
$394,000 - $435,000
$3,491/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/17/2026 | Listing removed | $399,000$146/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000-5%$146/sqft |
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| 2/14/2026 | Contingent | $420,000+5.3%$154/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+14.3%$146/sqft |
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| 12/22/2025 | Listing removed | $349,000$128/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,000+53.4%$128/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Sold | $227,500$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,324 +22.3% | $232,167 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $2,719 +3.6% | $224,333 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $2,624 +1% | $216,500 |
| 2022 | $2,597 +1.1% | $216,500 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $2,570 +1.1% | $212,033 +1.1% |
| 2020 | $2,543 | $209,800 |
| 2019 | $2,543 | $209,800 |
| 2018 | $2,543 -1.3% | $209,800 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,576 +12.4% | $212,500 |
| 2016 | $2,290 | $212,500 |
| 2015 | $2,290 | $212,500 -1.3% |
| 2014 | $2,290 | $215,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $215,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $215,200 -5.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $227,800 +5.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $216,766 +5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $205,733 +5.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $194,700 +11% |
| 2007 | -- | $175,432 +12.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $156,166 +14.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $136,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $136,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $136,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 21221
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Stemmers Run Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Kenwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore 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.
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- Maryland
- Baltimore County
- Essex
- 21221
- 834 Dorsey Ave




