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Property Description
Welcome to this clean, and beautifully updated 2 bed, 2 bath brick front townhome in the heart of Canton, just a few blocks from the waterfront. This home features an open, light-filled layout with a spacious main living area with stunning hardwoods, and a bonus second living space off the kitchen-perfect for entertaining or flexible use. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms with high ceilings, offering both comfort and character. Enjoy city living at its best on the rooftop deck-ideal for summer nights. Amazing location close to shopping, entertainment, Canton waterfront etc. A rare opportunity on one of the most desirable streets in the neighborhood, don't miss it!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2226 Essex St
General
- Price: $309,900
- Taxes: $5,952 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDBA2209696
- Updated: 6/1/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Built-Ins
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
- Municipality: Baltimore City
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Subdivision: CANTON
- Driving Directions: 2226 Essex St
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Baltimore City Public Schools
- Elementary School: Hampstead Hill Academy
- Middle School: Booker T. Washington
- High School: Baltimore City College
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other, Ceiling Fan(s)
- 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, Combination
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,322
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,322 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,322 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1850
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 871
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-8
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $234.42
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $5,669
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $282
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $274,300
- Tax Amount: $5,952
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1322
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 4
- Lot Number: 14
Listed by Corner House Realty, Chris A Meldrom
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Schools
Schools serving 2226 Essex St
School District:Baltimore City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hampstead Hill Academy 500 South Linwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
The Crossroads School 802 South Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
National Academy Foundation 540 North Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 21205 | 6-12 | 1.1 mi |
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women 128 West Franklin Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 6-12 | 1.9 mi |
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School 1400 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Digital Harbor High School 1100 Covington Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Baltimore School For The Arts 712 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Baltimore Design School 1500 Barclay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 | 6-10 | 2.1 mi |
Stadium School 1400 Exeter Hall Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218 | 6-8 | 2.7 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 2226 Essex St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/01/2026
Price Reduced
$309,900
-1.62%
MLS
5/01/2026
Listed
$315,000
9%
MLS
12/18/2020
Sold
$289,000
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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 2226 Essex St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,405
2%
$252,200
10%
2023
$5,286
—
$230,100
3%
2023
$5,286
1%
$224,000
1%
2022
$5,238
1%
$221,933
1%
2021
$5,189
9%
$219,867
1%
2021
$4,778
3%
$217,800
2%
2020
$4,659
1%
$213,733
2%
2019
$4,629
1%
$209,667
2%
2018
$4,600
79%
$205,600
1%
2017
$2,574
2%
$203,067
1%
2016
$2,529
-46%
$200,533
1%
2015
$4,673
-1%
$198,000
—
2013
$4,712
—
$198,000
—
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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2226 Essex Street, Baltimore, MD 21231 (MLS# MDBA2209696) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2226 Essex Street is currently listed for $309,900 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 2226 Essex Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Baltimore? You can browse all Baltimore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

