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Property Description
Situated in the heart of Riverside, 1538 William Street delivers authentic Baltimore character paired with crisp, thoughtful updates on one of Riverside's most welcoming streets. Behind the classic red-brick facade, lies a light-filled layout with warm hardwood floors and exposed brick accents. The kitchen comes ready for weeknight dinners and weekend hosting alike, featuring modern quartz countertops, custom tile work, stylish cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the convenience of a main level half bathroom and deck off the kitchen. Upstairs, two sunlit bedrooms feature generous storage, including a primary suite with a custom closet system and direct access to another private deck. The finished lower level adds a flexible third bedroom, creating an ideal footprint for overnight guests, a home gym, or a dedicated workspace. Out back, a private parking pad pulls double duty as an outdoor patio space where neighbors often catch up in the alley. Just two blocks away, Riverside Park's green space, pickleball courts, and seasonal community events serve as a direct extension of your front door. With fantastic local neighborhood restaurants right around the corner, plus seamless access to I-95 and the waterfront, this home puts the absolute best of South Baltimore within effortless reach.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1538 William St
General
- Price: $389,900
- Taxes: $8,255 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2232118
- Updated: 10/9/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: Off Street
Location
- Municipality: Baltimore City
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: RIVERSIDE
- Driving Directions: On William Street
- 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: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,716
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,300 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 300 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 635
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-8
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $299.92
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $7,864
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $392
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $349,800
- Tax Amount: $8,255
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1307
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 17
Listed by Compass, Alison Hudler
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Schools
Schools serving 1538 William St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thomas Johnson Elementary School 100 East Heath Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 | PK-8 | 0.1 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 | 1.7 mi |
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 6-12 | 1.8 mi |
Digital Harbor High School 1100 Covington Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
New Era Academy 2700 Seamon Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21225 | 6-12 | 1.5 mi |
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School 1400 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-12 | 2.4 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 2.4 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 1538 William St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/08/2026
Listed
$389,900
11.4%
MLS
4/21/2021
Sold
$350,000
—
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 1538 William St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,092
—
$347,500
1%
2023
$8,092
—
$345,200
1%
2023
$8,092
—
$342,900
—
2022
$8,056
—
$341,367
—
2021
$8,020
—
$339,833
—
2021
$7,984
93%
$338,300
16%
2020
$4,138
-5%
$290,800
47%
2019
$4,357
3%
$197,833
1%
2018
$4,230
4%
$195,800
5%
2017
$4,069
4%
$185,867
6%
2016
$3,904
—
$175,933
6%
2015
$3,918
-1%
$166,000
—
2013
$3,951
—
$166,000
—
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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1538 William Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 (MLS# MDBA2232118) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1538 William Street is currently listed for $389,900 and was received on October 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 1538 William 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.

