1215 John St

Baltimore, MD 21217

$610,000
Price
5
Beds
2,760 Sq. Ft.
$221 / Sq. Ft.
2,760
Sq. Ft.
$221
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

1215 John Street is an extremely well-laid-out two-unit property in Bolton Hill, offering a three-bedroom, two-bath upper apartment and a one-bedroom, one-bath first-floor apartment. The upper unit spans two levels with defined living and dining spaces, a kitchen with granite countertops and wood shaker cabinetry, and a front-facing reading nook overlooking John Street. The first-floor apartment features similar kitchen finishes with exposed brick adding character to the living space. Both units...1215 John Street is an extremely well-laid-out two-unit property in Bolton Hill, offering a three-bedroom, two-bath upper apartment and a one-bedroom, one-bath first-floor apartment. The upper unit spans two levels with defined living and dining spaces, a kitchen with granite countertops and wood shaker cabinetry, and a front-facing reading nook overlooking John Street. The first-floor apartment features similar kitchen finishes with exposed brick adding character to the living space. Both units include vinyl plank flooring throughout the living areas and kitchens. Each apartment is separately metered for gas and electric and served by its own HVAC system. Laundry is located in the basement with one washer and dryer set allocated to each unit and tied to the tenant’s electric meter. Recent 2018 improvements include updated electric service, roof, and interior finishes (2018), along with newer water heaters (2025 & 2026). Positioned on a quiet, non-through street in the southeast corner of Bolton Hill, the property offers a Walk Score of 92 and a Transit Score of 95, with easy access to Penn Station, Light Rail, Metro, and the JHU Shuttle. For an owner-occupant, the numbers are compelling. With 20% down, the estimated monthly PITI is approximately $3,473. Rental income from the first-floor apartment at $2,395/month reduces the net housing cost to roughly $1,078/month for the three-bedroom, two-bath upper unit. With low-down payment financing (3.5% down), the estimated monthly payment including PMI is approximately $3,064, with rental income reducing the net cost to about $669/month—well below typical market rents for comparable space in Bolton Hill. The property also meets FHA self-sufficiency requirements, further expanding financing options for owner-occupants. Buyers are encouraged to call for a detailed discussion of financing scenarios and how to best structure the purchase. Opportunities like this—offering space, location, and income potential—are rarely available in Bolton Hill.
  1. Listed by Will A Cannon III • Ben Frederick Realty, Inc.
    P: (410)-916-3331 will@benfrederick.com

Property Details for 1215 John Street

Tax ID Number
0311030423 049
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Converted Dwelling
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2026 12:23 PM

Property Details for 1215 John Street

StatusActive
MLS #MDBA2213930
Days on Market26
Taxes$9,157 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1850
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,440 SF
CountyBaltimore Independent City
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Building Information for 1215 John Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1850Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,440 SF

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Property Information for 1215 John Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121137830454
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BALTIMORE CITY
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $390,567
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $435
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $305,700
  • City Town Tax: $8,722
  • Land Assessed Value: $90,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: 03
  • Zoning: R-7
  • Zoning Dscrp: Licensed for 2 Dwelling Units
  • Tax Lot: 049
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Financial Information
Financial Information
  • Annual Rental Income: $49,440
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2018
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,760.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 3,768.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8048/0795/8538/804807958538_512_384_WM__8Jo3A1bW7uaCxm8.jpg
  • Basement Type: Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16' x 90'
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Ground Rent Payment Frequency: Annually
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS

Property History for 1215 John Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2213930

$610,000—
Apr 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2210778

$610,000—
Apr 28, 2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #42848700

$136,252—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2213930

$610,000
04/13/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2210778

$610,000
04/28/2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #42848700

$136,252

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Public Records for 1215 John Street

Taxable ValueLand$100,000Additions$288,000Total$388,000
Tax Record2023$8,491 ($708 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,760 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,760 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,440 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1850ZoningR-7CountyBALTIMORE CITYAPN11-03-0423 -049Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1215 John Street

This home is within Baltimore City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School
Public - PK to 8
Booker T. Washington Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Public - 9 to 12
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School
PublicPK to 8

Booker T. Washington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Public9 to 12

Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1215 John Street, Baltimore, MD 21217

1215 John Street is a townhouse for sale in Baltimore, MD 21217. This property was listed for sale on May 5, 2026 by Ben Frederick Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $610,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on April 28, 2000. This listing's school district is Baltimore City Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School, Booker T. Washington Middle School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. 1215 John Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,760 sqft townhouse built in 1850.

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