1261 Riverside Ave

Baltimore, MD 21230

$545,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,890 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
1,890
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/9/25
Closed 5/9/25
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Located on desired Street, Federal Hill
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Fireboat located next to Fort McHenry
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Description

L0cation, location, location! Newly, updated and "WIDE" Baltimore Brick Rowhome. This beauty is ready for new Owners. 4-Story. 3+ Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, finished lower level and PARKING. The fenced yard space is a BONUS and is perfect for outdoor Grill and your Pets will enjoy
the outdoor space as well. Located in one of Baltimore's most desired Riverside/Federal Hill Community. PRIME location with many lovely parks only steps away. This home is a perfect blend of historic charm and modern updates....L0cation, location, location! Newly, updated and "WIDE" Baltimore Brick Rowhome. This beauty is ready for new Owners. 4-Story. 3+ Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, finished lower level and PARKING. The fenced yard space is a BONUS and is perfect for outdoor Grill and your Pets will enjoy
the outdoor space as well. Located in one of Baltimore's most desired Riverside/Federal Hill Community. PRIME location with many lovely parks only steps away. This home is a perfect blend of historic charm and modern updates. New and bright Kitchen with beautiful counters and plenty of cabinets. Spacious dining area opens to the Kitchen and half bath on the main level. Very cool decorative Fireplaces and lovely hardwoods throughout. The 3-story Bannister is gorgeous and will WOW you at the front as you enter into the vestibule. Updated bathrooms on the main, second and third levels. Fabulous Primary Suite on the 3rd level with large open space (perfect area for a Wet bar and additional seating for guests). And, Sliding doors that opens to a private deck and amazing City views. PERFECT home for entertaining. Your guests will love hanging out and enjoying the Fun Firework displays. Cozy lower level space with beautiful exposed brick, new flooring and steps. LL is ideal space for guests, 4th Bedroom, Home Office or Gym, Library or Den. This GEM is a rare find in a PRIME location. Riverside Ave is a quiet, tree-lined (one-way) street. Only steps away to both Riverside Park & Federal Hill Park. Easy access to Latrobe Park, as well as, Fort McHenry National Monument Park with lots of history and beautiful trails along the Patapsco River. Enjoy many local restaurants, shops, museums, health clubs, Concert Venues, Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium, I-95 and more. Schedule a private Tour today and make this Home your Home!
  1. Listed by Michelle M Ruff • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
    P: (410)-292-2002 michelle.ruff@penfedrealty.com

Property Details for 1261 Riverside Avenue

Tax ID Number
0324131925A012
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Federal
Levels/Stories
4
Furnished
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/09/2025 12:36 PM

Property Details for 1261 Riverside Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #MDBA2159108
Days on Market17
Taxes$6,558 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1875
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,950 SF
CountyBaltimore Independent City
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Building Information for 1261 Riverside Avenue

Stories4Residences-Year Built1875Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,950 SF

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Property Information for 1261 Riverside Avenue

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
  • 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: Yes
  • 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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $277,867
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $311
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $155,700
  • City Town Tax: $6,246
  • Land Assessed Value: $120,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: 13
  • Zoning: R-8
  • Tax Lot: 012
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Other, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
  • Room Type: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,890.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,890.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,140.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8037/1940/0478/803719400478_512_384_WM_Yy7mRamF-OBlULch.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Brick, Dry Wall
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Fencing: Rear, Vinyl
  • Location Type: Urban
  • Parcel ID: 13030971
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Icemaker
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Window Features: Transom
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Roof Deck, Street Lights, Sidewalks
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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
  • List Agent URL: www.Michelle.Ruff.PFRAgent.com

Property History for 1261 Riverside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 9, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557902903

$545,000

+77.1% / yr

May 9, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$545,000—
Apr 12, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

—
Apr 12, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

—
Apr 11, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$565,000—
Mar 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$588,000—
Oct 14, 2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008952358

$299,000—
Oct 14, 2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008952358

—
Oct 8, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008952358

$339,000—
Apr 12, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #201910776

$10

-90.7% / yr

Feb 6, 2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #84674470

$200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/09/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1557902903

$545,000

+77.1% / yr

05/09/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$545,000
04/12/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

—
04/12/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

—
04/11/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$565,000
03/27/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2159108

$588,000
10/14/2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008952358

$299,000
10/14/2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008952358

—
10/08/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008952358

$339,000
04/12/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #201910776

$10

-90.7% / yr

02/06/2002

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #84674470

$200,000

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Public Records for 1261 Riverside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$6,507 ($542 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,890 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,690 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt200 SqFtStories3Lot Size988 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1875ZoningR-8CountyBALTIMORE CITYAPN24-13-1925A-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1261 Riverside Avenue

This home is within Baltimore City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Federal Hill Preparatory School
Public - PK to 5
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
Federal Hill Preparatory School
PublicPK to 5

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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