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Property Description
1215 John Street is an extremely well-laid-out two-unit property in Bolton Hill, offering a three-bedroom, two-bath upper apartment and a one-bedroom, one-bath first-floor apartment. The upper unit spans two levels with defined living and dining spaces, a kitchen with granite countertops and wood shaker cabinetry, and a front-facing reading nook overlooking John Street. The first-floor apartment features similar kitchen finishes with exposed brick adding character to the living space. Both units include vinyl plank flooring throughout the living areas and kitchens. Each apartment is separately metered for gas and electric and served by its own HVAC system. Laundry is located in the basement with one washer and dryer set allocated to each unit and tied to the tenant's electric meter. Recent 2018 improvements include updated electric service, roof, and interior finishes (2018), along with newer water heaters (2025 & 2026). Positioned on a quiet, non-through street in the southeast corner of Bolton Hill, the property offers a Walk Score of 92 and a Transit Score of 95, with easy access to Penn Station, Light Rail, Metro, and the JHU Shuttle. For an owner-occupant, the numbers are compelling. With 20% down, the estimated monthly PITI is approximately $3,473. Rental income from the first-floor apartment at $2,395/month reduces the net housing cost to roughly $1,078/month for the three-bedroom, two-bath upper unit. With low-down payment financing (3.5% down), the estimated monthly payment including PMI is approximately $3,064, with rental income reducing the net cost to about $669/month-well below typical market rents for comparable space in Bolton Hill. The property also meets FHA self-sufficiency requirements, further expanding financing options for owner-occupants. Buyers are encouraged to call for a detailed discussion of financing scenarios and how to best structure the purchase. Opportunities like this-offering space, location, and income potential-are rarely available in Bolton Hill.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1215 John St
General
- Price: $610,000
- Taxes: $9,157 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2210778
- Updated: Today (4/13/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Municipality: Baltimore City
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: BOLTON HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT
- 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: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Converted Dwelling
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber
- Square Feet: 3,768
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,760 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,760 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1850
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,440
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 16' x 90'
- Zoning: R-7
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $221.01
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $8,722
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $435
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $390,567
- Tax Amount: $9,157
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2760
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 49
Listed by Ben Frederick Realty, Inc., Will A Cannon III
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Schools
Schools serving 1215 John St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School 121 Mc Mechen Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Baltimore Design School 1500 Barclay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 | 6-10 | 0.6 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 0.8 mi |
Renaissance Academy 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Baltimore School For The Arts 712 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-12 | 1.3 mi |
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 6-12 | 1.4 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 John St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/13/2026
Listed
$610,000
347.7%
MLS
4/28/2000
Sold
$136,252
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1215 John St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,491
—
$388,000
4%
2023
$8,491
—
$373,900
4%
2023
$8,491
4%
$359,800
4%
2022
$8,159
4%
$345,700
4%
2021
$7,836
4%
$332,033
4%
2021
$7,513
5%
$318,367
4%
2020
$7,157
—
$304,700
—
2019
$7,191
—
$304,700
—
2018
$7,191
-3%
$304,700
-3%
2017
$7,446
—
$315,500
—
2016
$7,410
—
$315,500
—
2015
$7,446
-13%
$315,500
-13%
2013
$8,592
—
$361,000
—
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 John Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 (MLS# MDBA2210778) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1215 John Street is currently listed for $610,000 and was received on April 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1215 John 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.
