5 Cardinal Road

Closed 9/29/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$245,000

3 beds3 baths1,868 sqft

5 Cardinal Rd, Baltimore, MD 21221

TownhouseProperty Type

0.04 acresLot Size

1953Year Built

$131/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to 5 Cardinal Road, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick townhome tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Essex. Combining modern updates with timeless charm, this move-in-ready home offers three finished levels of comfortable living space in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, major commuter routes, I-695, I-95, and the Baltimore waterfront. The main level features beautiful finished hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, a separate formal dining...Welcome to 5 Cardinal Road, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick townhome tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Essex. Combining modern updates with timeless charm, this move-in-ready home offers three finished levels of comfortable living space in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, major commuter routes, I-695, I-95, and the Baltimore waterfront. The main level features beautiful finished hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, a separate formal dining room, and an updated kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. Step outside onto the rear wood deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, providing the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor activities. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The finished lower level offers additional living space with luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bathroom with a stand-up shower, and endless possibilities for a family room, recreation room, home office, gym, or guest space. Additional highlights include a welcoming covered front porch, brick exterior, and a thoughtfully updated interior that still maintains plenty of character. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful Essex home your own—schedule your private tour today!

Listing closed: 09/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: MDBC2169320

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Property Information for 5 Cardinal Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,816 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
County: Baltimore County
Tax ID Number: 04151519610620
Ownership: Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Style: Colonial
Levels/Stories: 3
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Subdivision: ESSEX
Subdivision: ESSEX (BALTIMORE MD)
Legal Subdivision: STEMMERS HEIGHTS
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,168.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 700.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 112.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Estimated
Total Below Grade SQFT: 812.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
New Construction: No
Property Condition: Excellent

Building Information

Stories: 3
Year Built: 1953
Lot Size: 0.04 AC / 1,872 SF

Location

Location

In City Limits: No
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile

School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District County ID: 121140087473
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: BALTIMORE

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: $161,000

Year Assessed: 2026
County Tax: $1,816
Improvement Assessed Value: $121,000
Land Assessed Value: $40,000
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: R
Zoning: R
Tax Lot: 44
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: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
# 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: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0

Rooms

Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Building Info

Building Info

Year Major Reno Remodel: 2026
Total Finished SQFT: 1,868.00

Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,168.00
Total SQFT: 1,980.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8051/4041/5326/805140415326_512_384_WM_ypZQqDEH4h6vrd_K.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Full, Rear Entrance, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, 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: 1
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Fencing: Rear, Aluminum

Parcel ID: 11912077

Parking

Parking

Type Of Parking: On Street

Interior Features

Interior Features

Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting
Fireplace: No

Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: Other
Window Features: Double Pane
Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Hookup

Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s)
Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Utilities

Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Heating: Yes

Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service

Property History for 5 Cardinal Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 29, 2026	Closed BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$245,000	—
Aug 27, 2026	Pending BRIGHT #MDBC2169320		—
Aug 21, 2026	Price Change BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$249,900	—
Jul 10, 2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$255,000	—
Jan 19, 2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1482736822	$65,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/29/2026	Closed BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$245,000
08/27/2026	Pending BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	—
08/21/2026	Price Change BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$249,900
07/10/2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #MDBC2169320	$255,000
01/19/2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1482736822	$65,000

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5 Cardinal Road

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

1,168 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,168 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

1,872 SqFt

Schools near 5 Cardinal Road

This home is within Baltimore County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
2/10	Mars Estates Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.4 mi
3/10	Stemmers Run Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.3 mi
2/10	Kenwood High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.7 mi
10/10	Eastern Technical High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.1 mi
2/10	Rosedale Center	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.2 mi
2/10	Nottingham Middle School	Public - Nearby school	6 to 8	2.9 mi
NR	St Stephens Christian Academy	Private - Nearby school	PK to 3	0.3 mi
NR	Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
2/10	Mars Estates Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
3/10	Stemmers Run Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.3 mi
2/10	Kenwood High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.7 mi
10/10	Eastern Technical High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.1 mi
2/10	Rosedale Center Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.2 mi
2/10	Nottingham Middle School Public6 to 8 Nearby school	2.9 mi
NR	St Stephens Christian Academy PrivatePK to 3 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.4 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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5 Cardinal Rd, Baltimore, MD 21221

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Taxes and Assessment

Rooms

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Lot / Land Information

Parking

Interior Features

Exterior Features

Utilities

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

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