Elevate your investment portfolio with these prime apartments located just three blocks from Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus. With a high demand for rentals from students and faculty, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to upgrade the units and significantly increase rents. Situated in the desirable Charles Village, investors can benefit from long-term wealth growth and property appreciation. Don’t miss out on this lucrative chance to capitalize on a thriving rental market! Opportunity is calling for a new owner to upgrade apartments and increase rents at 1 West 27th Street. Located just three blocks from Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus, enjoy the stable growth and property value appreciation guaranteed by this world-renowned institution. Each floor houses an apartment. Kitchens feature sturdy, easy-to-clean laminate counters, a mix of laminate and wood cabinets, and a mix of 30″ electric and 20″ gas ranges. Sunny, well-lit living spaces could benefit from upgrades such as kitchen and bathroom improvements, drywall ceilings, and new flooring and paint. Rents could be substantially increased, to match an uptick in apartment grade. Heat is provided through a gas-fired Weil-McLain steam boiler, with radiator distribution. A gas-fired 50-gallon GE water heater provides hot water to the units. 1 West 27th Street has one electric meter with 200-amp service, and one gas meter. Currently the landlord pays for electric, gas, and water/sewer. A savvy landlord could increase cash flow by passing these costs along to the tenants. Observable interior water supply pipes are copper, with a steel main. Drain lines are pvc. Vinyl replacement windows help to insulate the building and reduce utility costs. The roof is built-up. Tenants share a clothes washer/dryer in the basement. Tenants can walk to the Charles Village Shopping District, Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus and Wyman Park, a 16-acre public park by the Baltimore Museum of art. Just one blocks east is the Hopkins Shuttle Stop, providing an easy commute to Hopkins’ other Baltimore campuses. 1 West 27th Street earns the designation “Walker’s Paradise” with a WalkScore of 92, a TransitScore of 76, and a BikeScore of 87. This block is served by the Charles Village Benefits District. This nonprofit organization helps keep the district clean, organizes security patrols, and hosts community events.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Converted Dwelling
Year Built: 1900
Living Area: 2,178 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Ben Frederick Realty, Inc.
Office Phone: (410) 235-9500
Listing Agent: Will A Cannon III
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
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Heating: Radiant
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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Baltimore City
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $329,000
Price Per SqFt: $151/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $4,135
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $104K more than the Median Sold Price and $12/SqFt less than other homes in Baltimore, MD.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #MDBA2133466
Listing Office:
Office Name: Ben Frederick Realty, Inc.
Office Phone: (410) 235-9500
Listing Agent: Will A Cannon III
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Dallas F. Nicholas, Sr. Elementary School
201 E 21st St
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
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Cecil Elementary School
2000 Cecil Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
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John Eager Howard Elementary School
2011 Linden Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.02 miles
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Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle School
100 E 26th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.14 miles
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Barclay Elementary/Middle School
2900 Barclay St
Distance between this listing and this school0.41 miles
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Stadium School
1400 Exeter Hall Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
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Baltimore Design School
1500 Barclay St
Distance between this listing and this school0.98 miles
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Baltimore City College
3220 the Alameda Ste A
Distance between this listing and this school1.16 miles
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Independence School Local I
1300 W 36th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.29 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,354. Typical income of Baltimore, MD residents is less than $35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
This home is located at 1 W 27th St in Baltimore, MD and zip code 21218 in the North neighborhood. This 2,178 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $329,000.
In October 2024, from all listings sold in Baltimore, MD there were more than 198 sold above asking price, over 223 sold below and more than 145 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Baltimore, MD increased by 12% between September 2024 and October 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $224,997 and the average listing age was 40 days.
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