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Property Description
Located in the heart of **Mt. Vernon one of Baltimore's most enduring and in-demand neighborhoods** this 6-unit mixed-use property offers a rare blend of location, income, and flexibility. The building features two street-level commercial storefronts and four residential apartments, creating diversified revenue and broad buyer appeal in a neighborhood known for strong rental demand. Currently producing $5,175/month in in-place income, three residential units and both commercial spaces are occupied, with one residential unit delivered vacant; an immediate opportunity for an owner to increase cash flow, set market rent, or occupy the unit. Upon lease-up, projected rents support $6,025/month ($72,300 annually). Mt. Vernon's walkability, cultural institutions, dining, and proximity to downtown, universities, and transit continue to drive consistent demand across residential and commercial sectors. This asset is well-suited for: Investors seeking stable income in a proven submarket Owner-users looking to live or work in a premier location while offsetting expenses Buyers focused on long-term appreciation and mixed-use diversification Financials support attractive returns in today's market without reliance on speculative assumptions. A clean value-add opportunity in a neighborhood that continues to outperform. Offered as-is. Rent roll and additional financial information available upon request.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 218 & 216 W Read St
General
- Price: $549,900
- Taxes: $9,419 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Service
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2200212
- Updated: 2/4/2026
- Added to Site: 16 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Hair Salon and Spa
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 8
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Driving Directions: Cathedral to left on W Read
- City Limits: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Ceiling Height: 8' to 10', 10' to 12'
- Doors: Double Entry
- Building Size: 5214
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Average
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,614
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: C-1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $105.47
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $205
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $399,100
- Tax Amount: $9,419
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Investment: Yes
- Section: 2
- Lot Number: 10
Listed by Cummings & Co Realtors, Mark M Novak
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Schools
Schools serving 218 & 216 W Read St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School 507 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 0.4 mi |
Booker T. Washington Middle School 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Baltimore Design School 1500 Barclay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 | 6-10 | 0.6 mi |
Baltimore School For The Arts 712 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Renaissance Academy 1301 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, MD 21217 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School 1400 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 218 & 216 W Read St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/04/2026
Listed
$549,900
37.48%
MLS
4/01/2016
Sold
$400,000
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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 218 & 216 W Read St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,852
—
$216,400
3%
2023
$4,852
—
$211,000
3%
2023
$4,852
3%
$205,600
3%
2022
$4,725
2%
$200,200
2%
2021
$4,654
2%
$197,200
2%
2021
$4,583
2%
$194,200
2%
2020
$4,491
2%
$191,200
2%
2019
$4,424
2%
$187,467
2%
2018
$4,336
2%
$183,733
2%
2017
$4,248
2%
$180,000
2%
2016
$4,150
1%
$176,700
2%
2015
$4,092
1%
$173,400
2%
2013
$4,048
—
$170,100
—
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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218 & 216 W Read Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 (MLS# MDBA2200212) is a Commercial Service property. 218 & 216 W Read Street is currently listed for $549,900 and was received on February 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 218 & 216 W Read Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service 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.

