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Property Description
Discover a prime investment opportunity in the heart of Sandtown-Winchester! This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom colonial townhouse, built in 1920, offers a unique blend of historic character and modern potential. With its classic brick facade and traditional floor plan, this property is poised for long-term appreciation. Step inside to find a kitchen with ample table space, white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops and appliances. The laminated plank flooring flows seamlessly into the living spaces from the main level to the upper level, enhancing the home's appeal. The bathrooms feature both a tub shower and a walk-in shower, catering to diverse preferences and ensuring comfort. The unfinished daylight basement presents a blank canvas for buyers or investors. Imagine transforming this space into additional living areas, storage, or even a rental suite, significantly increasing your return on investment. The location offers easy access to local amenities, markets, restaurants and transportation, making it convenient. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your investment strategy with this promising townhouse!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1718 Riggs Ave
General
- Price: $74,900
- Taxes: $842 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2226582
- Updated: 8/4/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Laminate Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: SANDTOWN-WINCHESTER
- Driving Directions: On US-40, head toward N Paca St. Use the right 2 lanes to stay on W Franklin St. Keep right to stay on W Franklin St. Turn right onto N Mount St. Turn left onto Riggs Ave. Property will be on the right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Baltimore City Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Other
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Brick Front
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Daylight, Full, Interior Access, Connecting Stairway
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Paneled Walls, Plaster Walls
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,350
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 900 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 900 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 871
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-8
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $83.22
- Ground Rent: $55
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $802
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $40
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $46,000
- Tax Amount: $842
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Ground Rent
- Bank-owned: Yes
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 64
Listed by Century 21 Downtown, Gina M Gargeu
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Schools
Schools serving 1718 Riggs Ave
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gilmor Elementary School 1311 North Gilmor Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-12 | 0.4 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Connexions Community Leadership Academy 2801 North Dukeland Street, Baltimore, MD 21216 | 6-12 | 1.5 mi |
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts 1500 Harlem Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Carver Vocational-Technical High School 2201 Presstman Street, Baltimore, MD 21216 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy 100 North Calhoun Street, Baltimore, MD 21223 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 1.5 mi |
Green Street Academy 125 North Hilton Street, Baltimore, MD 21229 | 6-12 | 1.7 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 1718 Riggs Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/04/2026
Listed
$74,900
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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 1718 Riggs Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$838
137%
$35,667
41%
2023
$354
—
$25,333
69%
2023
$354
—
$15,000
—
2022
$354
—
$15,000
—
2021
$354
-7%
$15,000
-7%
2021
$382
5%
$16,200
5%
2020
$364
4%
$15,500
5%
2019
$349
5%
$14,800
5%
2018
$333
5%
$14,100
5%
2017
$316
6%
$13,400
6%
2016
$298
5%
$12,700
6%
2015
$283
-1%
$12,000
—
2013
$286
—
$12,000
—
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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1718 Riggs Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217 (MLS# MDBA2226582) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1718 Riggs Avenue is currently listed for $74,900 and was received on August 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 1718 Riggs Avenue? 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.

