1401 Light St

Baltimore, MD 21230

$850,000
Price
1
Bed
2,786 Sq. Ft.
$305 / Sq. Ft.
2,786
Sq. Ft.
$305
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Prominently positioned along Light Street in the heart of Federal Hill, 1401 Light St represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic, well-located commercial asset with flexible zoning and strong long-term usability. Originally constructed as one of the first branches of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, the property carries architectural significance and a level of prominence that is increasingly difficult to replicate in today’s market. Zoned OR-1 (Office Residential), the building...Prominently positioned along Light Street in the heart of Federal Hill, 1401 Light St represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic, well-located commercial asset with flexible zoning and strong long-term usability. Originally constructed as one of the first branches of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, the property carries architectural significance and a level of prominence that is increasingly difficult to replicate in today’s market. Zoned OR-1 (Office Residential), the building supports a wide range of professional and institutional uses, including professional offices or headquarters, medical or wellness services, residential care facilities (ALF), child or adult day care, and live/work configurations. The structure also offers the potential for residential or mixed-use conversion, subject to zoning approval. The building features a functional layout with high ceilings, substantial natural light, and solid construction, including the possibility of adding a second floor within the existing structure to increase the usable square footage. Its scale and character provide a strong foundation for a user seeking both presence and practicality. Please see the attached rendering photos for examples of various use-case options. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic, immediate access to downtown Baltimore, and proximity to dense residential and retail amenities. Federal Hill remains one of the city’s most stable and desirable submarkets, supporting both business operations and long-term value retention. This is a straightforward opportunity for an investor, developer, or owner-user seeking an adaptable building with historical character and enduring utility.
  1. Listed by Michael J Schiff • EXP Realty, LLC
    P: (410)-415-1404 mschiff@schiffhometeam.com
  2. Listed by Jonathan D Kirk • EXP Realty, LLC
    P: (443)-928-4550 jon@schiffhometeam.com

Property Details for 1401 Light Street

Tax ID Number
0324030983 010
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
1
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/18/2026 04:36 PM

Property Details for 1401 Light Street

StatusActive
MLS #MDBA2212392
Days on Market27
Taxes$7,875 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1880
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,572 SF
CountyBaltimore Independent City
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Building Information for 1401 Light Street

Stories1Year Built1880Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,572 SF

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Property Information for 1401 Light 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: $339,400
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $374
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $259,400
  • City Town Tax: $7,501
  • Land Assessed Value: $80,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: 03
  • Zoning: OR-1
  • Tax Lot: 010
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,786.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 13026811
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • 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.schiffhometeam.com

Property History for 1401 Light Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2212392

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/11/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2212392

$850,000

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Public Records for 1401 Light Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$7,604 ($634 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,786 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,786 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,984 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880ZoningOR-1CountyBALTIMORE CITYAPN24-03-0983 -010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1401 Light Street

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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More information about 1401 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

1401 Light Street is a single family home for sale in Baltimore, MD 21230. This property was listed for sale on May 11, 2026 by EXP Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $850,000. This listing's school district is Baltimore City Public Schools. Nearby schools include Federal Hill Preparatory School, Booker T. Washington Middle School and Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. 1401 Light Street is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 2,786 sqft single family home built in 1880.

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