521 Franklin Avenue

Essex, MD 21221

$440,000
Price
4
Beds
1,550 Sq. Ft.
$284 / Sq. Ft.
1,550
Sq. Ft.
$284
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Price Adjusted for Traditional Listing – Incredible Value & Instant Equity! Now listed as a traditional sale, this remodeled modern Victorian in Essex has been restructured from HomeSale Plus, reflecting an updated pricing approach while still offering exceptional value. Situated on a rare double lot with a private driveway and fenced yard, this home is within walking distance of Essex Elementary. The gorgeous front porch and spacious back patio make it perfect for entertaining family and friends....Price Adjusted for Traditional Listing – Incredible Value & Instant Equity! Now listed as a traditional sale, this remodeled modern Victorian in Essex has been restructured from HomeSale Plus, reflecting an updated pricing approach while still offering exceptional value. Situated on a rare double lot with a private driveway and fenced yard, this home is within walking distance of Essex Elementary. The gorgeous front porch and spacious back patio make it perfect for entertaining family and friends. Inside, you'll find 4 oversized bedrooms and 2.5 luxurious bathrooms, featuring marble finishes and high-end details—even the toilet is fancy! Designed for modern living, this home boasts new appliances, updated windows, and an open, contemporary layout with a fully remodeled kitchen. Plus, comparable sales on the same street have sold over asking, meaning buyers have the opportunity to secure instant equity in this stunning home. The Seller is highly motivated—all offers are welcome! Don't miss this chance to own a one-of-a-kind property in Essex!
  1. Listed by Elizabeth Keyser • Alberti Realty, LLC
    P: (443)-454-5322 liz@marylandlistingagent.com

Property Details for 521 Franklin Avenue

Tax ID Number
04151513200790
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Victorian
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2025 02:32 PM

Property Details for 521 Franklin Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #MDBC2114408
Days on Market74
Taxes$1,950 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1921
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,500 SF
CountyBaltimore County

Building Information for 521 Franklin Avenue

Stories3Year Built1921Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,500 SF

Property Information for 521 Franklin Avenue

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140087473
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: ESSEX (BALTIMORE MD)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: STEMMERS RUN (BALTIMORE MD)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: KENWOOD HIGH IB AND SPORTS SCIENCE (BALTIMORE MD)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • 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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $170,133
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $1,950
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $119,900
  • Land Assessed Value: $68,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R
  • Section: A
  • Zoning: DR 5.5
  • Tax Lot: 22
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,550.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 2,297.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Tray Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, 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-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Shed, Greenhouse
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1.00 x
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Parcel ID: 11904020
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Harford County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 521 Franklin Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 521 Franklin Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$1,245 ($104 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,550 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1921CountyBALTIMOREAPN15-1513200790Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 521 Franklin Avenue

This home is within Baltimore County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Stemmers Run Middle School
Public6 to 8

Kenwood High School
Public9 to 12

Eastern Technical High School
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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521 Franklin Avenue is a single family home for sale in Essex, MD 21221. This property was listed for sale on December 13, 2024 by Alberti Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $440,000. It has been on the market for a total of 74 days and was last sold on October 11, 2024. This listing's school district is Baltimore County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Essex Elementary School, Stemmers Run Middle School and Kenwood High School. 521 Franklin Avenue is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 1,550 sqft single family home built in 1921.

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