827 Light St

2,736 Sq. Ft.
$193 / Sq. Ft.
2,736
Sq. Ft.
$193
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With over $300,000 in upgrades, this home perfectly blends historic charm with modern luxury—including a brand-new kitchen completed in 2025. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms (two are en suite), a nursery, a bonus living room, and 3.5 bathrooms in total. The cellar, complete with a striking copper tile ceiling, offers the ideal spot for a workshop, wine storage, or your next creative project. Step outside to a low-maintenance backyard designed for effortless entertaining—grill season just...With over $300,000 in upgrades, this home perfectly blends historic charm with modern luxury—including a brand-new kitchen completed in 2025. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms (two are en suite), a nursery, a bonus living room, and 3.5 bathrooms in total. The cellar, complete with a striking copper tile ceiling, offers the ideal spot for a workshop, wine storage, or your next creative project. Step outside to a low-maintenance backyard designed for effortless entertaining—grill season just got easier. Throughout the home, restored hardwood floors shine on every level, while fireplaces on two floors add warmth and character. Skylights fill the space with natural light, creating an open, airy feel you’ll love coming home to. Located in Historic Federal Hill, you’re just steps from the Inner Harbor, boutiques, top restaurants, and a true sense of community. This isn’t just a house—it’s a thoughtful blend of design, comfort, and craftsmanship. Come see why this one-of-a-kind property stands out from the rest! Be sure to watch virtual tour attached!
  1. Listed by Monika D Lynde • Monument Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (703)-789-2600 monika.lynde@monumentsothebysrealty.com
  2. Listed by Adam E Light • Monument Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (410)-829-3127 adam.light@monumentsothebysrealty.com

Property Details for 827 Light Street

Tax ID Number
0322100906 036
Ownership
Ground Rent
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Federal
Levels/Stories
3
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 11:13 AM

Property Details for 827 Light Street

StatusActive
MLS #MDBA2199936
Days on Market2
Taxes$9,088 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Ground Rent
Year Built1875
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,618 SF
CountyBaltimore Independent City

Location

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Building Information for 827 Light Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1875Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,618 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,334 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,577

Property Taxes

$757

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 827 Light Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
  • 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
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $385,067
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $431
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $244,600
  • City Town Tax: $8,656
  • Land Assessed Value: $160,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: 10
  • Zoning: C-1
  • Tax Lot: 036
  • 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: Basement
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Partially Finished, Flooring - Concrete, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Recessed
Financial Information
Expenses
  • Income Expense List: Annual Ground Rent
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2019
  • Building Level Count: 3
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,736.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,736.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,228.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Floors In Unit Count: 3
  • Main Entrance Orientation: West
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Other
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 50.00
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • 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
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Private
  • Fencing: Fully, Wood, Wrought Iron
  • Location Type: Downtown
  • Parcel ID: 13023704
  • Ground Rent Exists: Yes
  • Ground Rent Amount: $34
  • Ground Rent Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Capitalized Value-Ground Rent: $200
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Skylights, Screens
  • Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/1119787269?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Street Lights, Secure Storage, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Balcony
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Electric Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), 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 827 Light Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

Feb 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2199936

$528,695
Jan 31, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

Nov 16, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

Oct 29, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

Oct 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

$528,695
Oct 10, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

$528,700
Sep 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

$538,700
Jul 29, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #583915946

$355,125

-1.6% / yr

Jul 29, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1001146553

$351,125
Jun 17, 2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1001146553

Apr 21, 2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1001146553

$364,990
Mar 31, 2016

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008081678

Nov 18, 2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008081678

$379,000
Aug 13, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007675066

Jun 11, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009905104

$385,000
Jun 11, 2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009905104

Jun 11, 2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007675066

$375,000
Dec 27, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009905104

$435,000
Apr 14, 2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA373552

Jun 22, 2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA373552

$595,000
Jul 28, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164197896

$425,000
Jul 28, 2005

Closed

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

$425,000
Jun 20, 2005

Pending

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

Jun 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

$495,000
May 10, 1998

Expired

BRIGHT #MDBA329232

$172,500
Nov 11, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA329232

$172,500
Sep 4, 1996

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1006899478

$185,000
Jul 12, 1996

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006899478

$185,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

02/02/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2199936

$528,695
01/31/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

11/16/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

10/29/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

10/29/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2189306

$528,695
10/10/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

$528,700
09/18/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA2176534

$538,700
07/29/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #583915946

$355,125

-1.6% / yr

07/29/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1001146553

$351,125
06/17/2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1001146553

04/21/2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1001146553

$364,990
03/31/2016

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1008081678

11/18/2015

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1008081678

$379,000
08/13/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1007675066

06/11/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009905104

$385,000
06/11/2014

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009905104

06/11/2014

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1007675066

$375,000
12/27/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009905104

$435,000
04/14/2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #MDBA373552

06/22/2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA373552

$595,000
07/28/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #164197896

$425,000
07/28/2005

Closed

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

$425,000
06/20/2005

Pending

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

06/12/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA177658

$495,000
05/10/1998

Expired

BRIGHT #MDBA329232

$172,500
11/11/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #MDBA329232

$172,500
09/04/1996

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1006899478

$185,000
07/12/1996

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1006899478

$185,000

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Public Records for 827 Light Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$8,166 ($680 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,736 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,736 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,500 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1875ZoningC-1CountyBALTIMORE CITYAPN22-10-0906 -036Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 827 Light Street

This home is within Baltimore City Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 7
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Federal Hill Preparatory School
PublicPK to 7

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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827 Light Street is a townhouse for sale in Baltimore, MD 21230. This property was listed for sale on February 2, 2026 by Monument Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $528,695. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on July 29, 2016. 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. 827 Light Street is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,736 sqft townhouse built in 1875.

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