261 Ridge Avenue

Closed 6/5/26

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Last Sold Price

$332,000

3 beds2 baths1,652 sqft

261 Ridge Ave, Towson, MD 21286

TownhouseProperty Type

0.07 acresLot Size

1943Year Built

$201/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in the convenient Aigburth section of Towson, this sunny, updated end-of-group townhouse offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and is sure to impress. A spacious covered front porch overlooking mature landscaping welcomes you home. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room featuring an electric fireplace set into a stylish shiplap accent wall painted in a beautiful marine blue. A bay window overlooking the side yard fills the space with natural light. The living room flows seamlessly...Located in the convenient Aigburth section of Towson, this sunny, updated end-of-group townhouse offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and is sure to impress. A spacious covered front porch overlooking mature landscaping welcomes you home. Step inside to a bright and inviting living room featuring an electric fireplace set into a stylish shiplap accent wall painted in a beautiful marine blue. A bay window overlooking the side yard fills the space with natural light. The living room flows seamlessly into the newly renovated open-concept kitchen and dining area, complete with all appliances to make cooking a breeze. A large center island provides ample workspace, while Shaker-style cabinets offer generous storage and granite countertops ensure easy cleanup. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and an updated hall bath. Low-maintenance laminate flooring throughout adds both style and practicality. Mini-split systems provide year-round comfort, while the gas boiler ensures cozy warmth during colder months. The finished lower level offers additional living space, a second full bath with stall shower, a summer kitchen, and direct access via back basement stairs—ideal for guests or flexible living arrangements. Just off the kitchen, a large covered verandah creates the perfect outdoor gathering space. A parking pad accessed through a wide alley ensures easy and convenient parking. Located on quiet Ridge Avenue, this charming home is within easy walking distance to Towson University, Whole Foods, and Towson’s many restaurants, shops, and amenities.

Listed by: Eleni T Bonds 443.904.5750 lenabondsrealtor@gmail.com • Cummings & Co. Realtors
Listed by: David S Gorman 917.439.0666 davidgormanrealtor@gmail.com • Cummings & Co. Realtors

Listing closed: 06/05/2026 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDBC2159790

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Property Information for 261 Ridge Avenue

Property Details

Taxes: $2,777 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Ground Rent
County: Baltimore County
Tax ID Number: 04090918722480
Ownership: Ground Rent
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Style: Colonial
Levels/Stories: 3
Furnished: No
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Expected On Market Date: 04-21-2026
Subdivision: TOWSON
Subdivision: TOWSON (BALTIMORE MD)
Legal Subdivision: AIGBURTH
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,152.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 500.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT: 500.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1943
Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Location

In City Limits: No
School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

School District County ID: 121140087473
County: BALTIMORE

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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2026
Tax Assessed Value: $231,233

Year Assessed: 2026
County Tax: $2,777
Improvement Assessed Value: $160,500
Land Assessed Value: $75,000
Zoning: R
Tax Lot: 64
School Tax: $0
Tax Page Number: 163
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

All Lower Levels

# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 2

Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Recreation Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 11

Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Financial Information

Expenses

Income Expense List: Annual Ground Rent

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 1,652.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,652.00
Total SQFT: 1,652.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Main Entrance Orientation: North
Construction Materials: Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8048/0178/5064/804801785064_2048_1536_QpVY-MMXX-ehtGPb.jpg
Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 0
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Cul-de-sac

Road Responsibility: City/County
Fencing: Chain Link, Partially
Parcel ID: 11796591
Ground Rent Exists: Yes
Ground Rent Amount: $96
Ground Rent Payment Frequency: Semi-Annually
Capitalized Value-Ground Rent: $1,800

Parking

Type Of Parking: Off Street, On Street, Alley
Off Street - # of Spaces: 2

Parking Features: Crushed Stone, Free, Private

Interior Features

Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen - Island, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Other
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Fireplace Features: Electric
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stove
Accessibility Features: Other
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Replacement
Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Exterior Features: Awning(s), Sidewalks

Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Balcony
Pool: No Pool
Horse: No

Utilities

Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable TV Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Heating: Yes

Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Convector
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 261 Ridge Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jun 5, 2026	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1944119473	$332,000	+5.5% / yr
Jun 5, 2026	Closed BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	$332,000	—
May 3, 2026	Pending BRIGHT #MDBC2159790		—
May 3, 2026	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDBC2159790		—
Apr 21, 2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	$339,000	—
Oct 11, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #168671811	$110,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
06/05/2026	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1944119473	$332,000 +5.5% / yr
06/05/2026	Closed BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	$332,000
05/03/2026	Pending BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	—
05/03/2026	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	—
04/21/2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDBC2159790	$339,000
10/11/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #168671811	$110,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 261 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$75,000Additions$154,100Total$229,100

Tax Record2025$3,340 ($278 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,652 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt500 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,080 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1943Year Renovated1943CountyBALTIMOREAPN09-0918722480

Schools near 261 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Baltimore County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
10/10	Hampton Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.5 mi
8/10	Dumbarton Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	1.3 mi
8/10	Towson High Law & Public Policy	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.4 mi
NR	Home Assignments-Secondary	Public - Nearby school	7 to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Northeast Edlp at Parkville High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Northwest Edlp at Milford Mill Academy	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Jemicy School - Upper School	Private - Nearby school	8 to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Calvert Hall College High School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Immaculate Conception School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
10/10	Hampton Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.5 mi
8/10	Dumbarton Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	1.3 mi
8/10	Towson High Law & Public Policy Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.4 mi
NR	Home Assignments-Secondary Public7 to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Northeast Edlp at Parkville High School Public9 to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Northwest Edlp at Milford Mill Academy Public9 to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Jemicy School - Upper School Private8 to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Calvert Hall College High School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Immaculate Conception School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi

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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