Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Listed
$279,900
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MLS
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Property Description
SURPRISINGLY UPGRADED BANK FORECLOSURE - A RARE OPPORTUNITY! You'll be amazed by the condition and upgrades this bank-owned home has to offer! With just a little TLC and your personal finishing touches, this impressive Federal-style townhouse can once again shine like the showpiece it was designed to be. Offering over 2,100 finished square feet, this spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a fully finished basement. Rich architectural details-including exposed brick, custom built-in bookcases, and generous living spaces-blend seamlessly with modern updates throughout. The updated kitchen is ready for everyday living and entertaining with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The flexible finished basement provides additional space for a recreation room, home office, gym, media room, or guest suite. The rear bedrooms on the second and third floors offer spectacular city skyline views. Imagine the possibilities of a future rooftop deck (buyer to verify feasibility and obtain all necessary approvals) where you can enjoy panoramic views and seasonal fireworks over the city. Outside, a private fenced backyard offers the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Located in the revitalizing Johnston Square neighborhood, you're just minutes from Johns Hopkins, Downtown Baltimore, Penn Station, parks, restaurants, entertainment, and major commuter routes. This is not your typical foreclosure. The home already offers extensive upgrades and tremendous character. Property is being sold "As Is." A little cosmetic TLC will restore it to its full beauty while giving the next owner the opportunity to build instant equity. If you've been waiting for an exceptional value with outstanding potential, this is the one. Call with any questions and to schedule.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1215 E Preston St
General
- Price: $279,900
- Taxes: $1,303 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2221594
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Additional Bedroom
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas
- Flooring: Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Other
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Municipality: Baltimore City
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: JOHNSTON SQUARE
- Driving Directions: GPS
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Baltimore City Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Contemporary
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Permanent
- Walls/Ceilings: Brick, Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,884
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,884 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,100 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 784 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,245
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-8
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $133.29
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $1,241
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $62
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $130,133
- Tax Amount: $1,303
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2100
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Bank-owned: Yes
- Section: 1
- Lot Number: 30
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Schools
Schools serving 1215 E Preston St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School 1400 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21213 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Baltimore Design School 1500 Barclay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 | 6-10 | 0.5 mi |
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 6-12 | 0.6 mi |
Stadium School 1400 Exeter Hall Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School 1400 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
The Reach! Partnership School 2555 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21218 | 8-12 | 1 mi |
Baltimore School For The Arts 712 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 1.1 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1215 E Preston St
Tax History
Tax History for 1215 E Preston St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,297
22%
$55,200
10%
2023
$1,064
—
$50,133
11%
2023
$1,064
13%
$45,067
13%
2022
$944
—
$40,000
—
2021
$944
—
$40,000
—
2020
$940
5%
$40,000
5%
2019
$897
6%
$38,000
6%
2018
$850
6%
$36,000
6%
2017
$802
—
$34,000
—
2016
$799
—
$34,000
—
2015
$802
22%
$34,000
23%
2013
$658
—
$27,667
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1215 E Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 (MLS# MDBA2221594) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1215 E Preston Street is currently listed for $279,900 and was received on June 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1215 E Preston Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Cold Spring? You can browse all Cold Spring real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.