Open House Sat, Aug 29th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Views - Primary on Main
Listed By:
Colleen G Middleton with Northrop Realty - 4104651770;
Address
159 Sanford Avenue, Baltimore, MD
Price
$ 365,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#MDBC2170956
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status ACTIVE
  • CountyBALTIMORE
  • CityBaltimore
  • NeighborhoodForest Spring Park
  • Zip21228
  • StyleRanch/Rambler
  • Year Built1947
  • Taxes$ 3177
  • Price$ 365,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms1
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1296
  • Lot Size0.17 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description

Welcome to 159 Sanford Ave, a charming Catonsville Cape Cod nestled along an adorable tree-lined street and filled with character, flexibility, and endless possibilities. Freshly painted and ready for your personal touch, this three-bedroom, one full-bath home presents a wonderful opportunity to make it your own while enjoying a location convenient to everything Catonsville has to offer. Step inside to the inviting main-level living room, where an arched doorway adds architectural charm and creates a graceful transition into the dining room. Chair rail molding lends classic detail to the dining space, which flows conveniently into the kitchen featuring ample cabinetry and plenty of room for everyday meal preparation. Just beyond, the breakfast room offers built-in shelving and a casual space to gather, with easy access to the amazing private, tree-lined backyard, an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. Two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry area complete the main level, offering the potential for comfortable one-level living. Upstairs, discover a third bedroom along with a versatile bonus room that could serve as a home office, dressing room, creative space, or whatever best suits your needs. Multiple storage closets provide additional functionality. The unfinished lower level offers even more possibilities; bring your ideas and explore the potential for additional storage, a workshop, hobby space, or future improvements. Outside, the home's charm continues with a covered front porch, perfect for enjoying the neighborhood setting. Out back, a spacious fenced, tree-lined yard creates a private retreat complete with a patio for outdoor dining and entertaining, along with secure storage for lawn and recreational equipment. And then there's the location! Enjoy close proximity to the shops, restaurants, community events, and local favorites of Historic Downtown Catonsville, along with nearby outdoor destinations including Patapsco Valley State Park, the trolley trail, Hitton Ave State Park, Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum, and other neighborhood parks and recreation opportunities. Convenient access to I-695, I-70, Route 40, and I-95 makes travel to Baltimore, BWI Airport, and surrounding employment centers accessible. Charming, full of potential, and wonderfully located, 159 Sanford Ave is a great opportunity to bring your ideas, add your personal touch, and create a home that's uniquely yours. Location, location, location- come discover all that this Catonsville cutie has to offer!

High School
Catonsville High School
Price History
8/4/2026 Listed $365,000

General Features

Living Area 1296
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Baseboard - Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Possession Negotiable
Roof Shingle
Appliances Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Icemaker,Microwave,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer,Water Dispenser,Water Heater
Zoning R
Patio/Porch Features Patio(s),Porch(es)
Architectural Style Ranch/Rambler
Security Features Main Entrance Lock,Smoke Detector
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
School District BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Year Built 1947
View Garden/Lawn,Trees/Woods
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel None
Accessibility Other
County BALTIMORE
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name FOREST SPRING PARK
Garage Y/N No
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths 1
Status ACTIVE
Directions Gps
City BALTIMORE
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7500.00
Tax Assessed Value 289167.0
Tax Annual Amount 3177.0
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 1
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 281.64
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://youriguide.com/embed/159_sanford_ave_catonsville_md?unbranded=1&bgcolor=FFFFFF
Total SQFT 2160
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Legal Subdivision FOREST SPRING PARK
Tax Lot 20

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Table Space,Recessed Lighting,Walk-
Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Basement Unfinished,Sump Pump,Windows
Flooring Carpet,Concrete,Vinyl
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Double Pane,Insulated,Screens,Vinyl Clad
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 1296
Central Air Y/N No
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Kitchen,Basement,Breakfast Room,Bedroom 1,Bonus Room
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Laundry Type Has Laundry,Lower Floor
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT 864
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 1
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 1
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Exterior Lighting,Flood Lights,Secure Storage,Sidewalks,Street Lights
Pool No Pool
Fencing Rear
Lot Features Backs to Trees,Front Yard,Landscaping,Rear Yard,SideYard(s),Trees/Wooded
Water Source Public
Type of Parking On Street
Land Use Code R
Foundation Details Other
Water View Y/N No
Lot Size Acres 0.17
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No
Door Features Insulated,Storm
Land Assessed Value 157500.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No

Room Details

Room Dimensions Level Flooring Details
Basement Lower 1 Flooring - Concrete
Bedroom 1 Upper 1 Flooring - Carpet
Bedroom 2 Main Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet
Bonus Room Upper 1 Flooring - Carpet
Breakfast Room Main Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Rail,Crown Molding,Dining Area
Dining Room Main Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Rail,Flooring - Carpet
Kitchen Main Flooring - Vinyl,Crown Molding,Dining Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Kitchen - Eat-in,Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Living Room Main Flooring - Carpet
Primary Bedroom Main Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Carpet

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 21228

Price
AVG $470K
$370K
Taxes
AVG $3,534
$3,177
Year Built
AVG 1948
1947
Visits
AVG 380
134
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