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Property Description
Prominently positioned along Light Street in the heart of Federal Hill, 1401 Light St represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic, well-located commercial asset with flexible zoning and strong long-term usability. Originally constructed as one of the first branches of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, the property carries architectural significance and a level of prominence that is increasingly difficult to replicate in today's market. Zoned OR-1 (Office Residential), the building supports a wide range of professional and institutional uses, including professional offices or headquarters, medical or wellness services, residential care facilities (ALF), child or adult day care, and live/work configurations. The structure also offers the potential for residential or mixed-use conversion, subject to zoning approval. The building features a functional layout with high ceilings, substantial natural light, and solid construction, including the possibility of adding a second floor within the existing structure to increase the usable square footage. Its scale and character provide a strong foundation for a user seeking both presence and practicality. Please see the attached rendering photos for examples of various use-case options. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic, immediate access to downtown Baltimore, and proximity to dense residential and retail amenities. Federal Hill remains one of the city's most stable and desirable submarkets, supporting both business operations and long-term value retention. This is a straightforward opportunity for an investor, developer, or owner-user seeking an adaptable building with historical character and enduring utility.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1401 Light St
General
- Price: $850,000
- Taxes: $7,875 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2212222
- Updated: 4/24/2026
- Added to Site: 25 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Day Care Facility, Medical, Professional, Recreation,
Interior
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Municipality: Baltimore City
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: FEDERAL HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT
- Driving Directions: GPS
- City Limits: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Ceiling Height: 18' to 24'
- Building Size: 5572
- Year Built: 1880
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Single
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,572
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: OR-1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $152.55
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $7,501
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $374
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $339,400
- Tax Amount: $7,875
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Michael J Schiff and EXP Realty, LLC, Jonathan D Kirk
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Schools
Schools serving 1401 Light St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thomas Johnson Elementary School 100 East Heath Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
The Crossroads School 802 South Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 1.5 mi |
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 6-12 | 1.7 mi |
Digital Harbor High School 1100 Covington Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School 1400 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
New Era Academy 2700 Seamon Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21225 | 6-12 | 1.6 mi |
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-12 | 2.2 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 2.2 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 1401 Light St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Listed
$850,000
—
MLS
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 1401 Light St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$7,702
1%
$333,667
2%
2023
$7,604
—
$327,933
2%
2023
$7,604
2%
$322,200
2%
2022
$7,459
2%
$316,067
2%
2021
$7,314
2%
$309,933
2%
2021
$7,170
—
$303,800
—
2020
$7,136
—
$303,800
—
2019
$7,170
39%
$303,800
—
2018
$5,157
4%
$303,800
11%
2017
$4,955
4%
$272,800
13%
2016
$4,760
-4%
$241,800
15%
2015
$4,975
-11%
$210,800
-10%
2013
$5,576
—
$234,300
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 1401 Light St
1401 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 (MLS# MDBA2212222) is a Apartment property. 1401 Light Street is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on April 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 1401 Light Street? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in Baltimore? You can browse all Baltimore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

