159 W Lanvale Street #5, Baltimore, MD 21217 - Photo 1

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$135,000

Sold
Closed
Condo
1 Bed
1 Full Bath
711 Sq. Ft.
Updated 9 hours ago

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Property Description

Stunning & historically significant, the Mergenthaler mansion is a historic landmark which offers a neighborhood feel within Bolton Hill. Great owner or investor opportunity -- Condo owners are permitted to make their unit a long-term rental!!! Stellar LOCATION -- lower Bolton Hill is DC and local commuter friendly next to the LIGHT RAIL, METRO, PENN STATION and I-83. Arts & institutions nearby include the MICA, UB LAW SCHOOL, BSO, THE LYRIC, MOUNT VERNON, and STATION NORTH restaurants. â£Recent building updates include exterior masonry and brownstone restoration, exterior lighting, exterior repairs, and electrical updates are in the process of being upgraded for the entire building. â£ This second floor one bedroom unit offers a large den with a built-in bookcase. Bead board and butcher's block adorn the galley kitchen overlooking a garden terrace below. End of group natural light throughout. A lovely hallway with designer colors bring this condo to life, and keep the bedroom tucked away for separation and privacy. Shared washer and dryer and private storage unit in basement. â£ â£â£ Capital Reserve Fund assessment per Maryland Law is underway. Reach out to listing agent for information. The Property is located in a CHAP (Historical and Architectural Preservation) historic district within Baltimore City, and subject to the Midtown Special Benefits Tax.â£ A rectilinear red brick rowhouse of the late Victorian era, the home has three major historical points of significance: 1) built by Joseph Hopkins in 1875, nephew of the noted philanthropist, Johns Hopkins, 2) later occupied (1894-1899) by Ottmar Mergenthaler, of which the house gets its name, the inventor of the linotype which revolutionized printing, and 3) William L Marbury, US Attorney General for Maryland. â£ You truly can hide away, but be close to city living. Be inspired and infused by the area's architecture or art scene. Enjoy restaurants and cafes such as Llama's Corner, Cookhouse, On the Hill, Brass Tap and Angeli's, or nearby Station North which continues to thrive with Alma Cocina Latina, Foraged, Le Comptoir du Vin, The Royal Blue and mainstays such as Charles Theater and Tapas Teatro.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 159 W Lanvale St #5

General

Sold For: $135,000
HOA FEE: $352/month
Taxes: $2,627 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Condo
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: MDBA2214010
Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Galley, Wood Floors, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wainscotting
Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 1
Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Other Rooms

Laundry: Basement, Common

Additional Information

Shared Amenities: Extra Storage, Laundry Facilities, Common Grounds

Exterior

Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape

Parking

Parking Features: Rented/Permit Required
Parking Type: On Street

Location

Municipality: Baltimore City
County: BALTIMORE CITY
Subdivision: BOLTON HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT
Driving Directions: Head southeast on Park Ave toward Wilson St. Turn left onto McMechen St. Turn right onto Park Ave. Turn left at the 3rd cross street onto W Lanvale St. The destination will be on the right.
Historic District: Yes
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: Baltimore City Public Schools

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: Ext Bldg Maint, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Water, Common Area Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Snow Removal
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Natural Gas Available

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Victorian
Structure Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Connecting Stairway, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
Entry Floor Number: 2
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 711
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 711 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 711 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1874
Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

Unit Floor in Bldg.: 1

Lot Features

Zoning: R-7

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $189.87
Condo Fee: $352
Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax: $2,503
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $125
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $113,700
Tax Amount: $2,627
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Condominium
Condo: Yes
Section: 3
Lot Number: 25

Listed by Compass, Kelly N. Knock
Sold by Compass, Tracey L Clark

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Schools

Schools serving 159 W Lanvale St #5

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	1.2 mi
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217	6-12	1.2 mi
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205	6-12	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 159 W Lanvale St #5

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/28/2026

Sold

$135,000

—

MLS

6/22/2026

Price Reduced

$135,000

-3.5%

MLS

5/27/2026

Price Reduced

$139,900

-1.82%

MLS

5/08/2026

Listed

$142,500

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Interior

Rooms

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Bedrooms

Other Rooms

Additional Information

Exterior

Parking

Location

School Information

Community

Heating & Cooling

Utilities

Structural Information

Unit Information

Lot Features

Financial Considerations

Disclosures and Reports

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