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  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,980 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 18 hours ago
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Welcome to 5 Cardinal Road, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick townhome tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Essex. Combining modern updates with timeless charm, this move-in-ready home offers three finished levels of comfortable living space in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, major commuter routes, I-695, I-95, and the Baltimore waterfront. The main level features beautiful finished hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, a separate formal dining room, and an updated kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. Step outside onto the rear wood deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, providing the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor activities. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The finished lower level offers additional living space with luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bathroom with a stand-up shower, and endless possibilities for a family room, recreation room, home office, gym, or guest space. Additional highlights include a welcoming covered front porch, brick exterior, and a thoughtfully updated interior that still maintains plenty of character. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful Essex home your own-schedule your private tour today!

Full Property Details for 5 Cardinal Rd

General

  • Price: $255,000
  • Taxes: $1,816 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: MDBC2169320
  • Updated: 7/10/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Lower Floor, Hookup

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Deck(s)

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • County: BALTIMORE
  • Subdivision: ESSEX
  • Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

  • School District: Baltimore County Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Full, Rear Entrance, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
  • Windows: Double Pane
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,980
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,868 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,168 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 700 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,872
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R
  • Fencing (Description): Rear, Aluminum

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $218.32
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • County Tax: $1,816
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $161,000
  • Tax Amount: $1,816
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1168

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 44

Listed by Cummings & Co Realtors, Luke C Skovira

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  • Luke C Skovira

    Cummings & Co Realtors

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Schools serving 5 Cardinal Rd

School District:Baltimore County Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Mars Estates Elementary School
1500 East Homberg Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21221
PK-50.3 mi
Stemmers Run Middle School
201 Stemmers Run Rd, Baltimore, MD 21221
6-80.3 mi
Kenwood High School
501 Stemmers Run Road, Baltimore, MD 21221
9-120.7 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 5 Cardinal Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$255,000
292.31%
MLS
1/19/2022
Sold
$65,000
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Tax History for 5 Cardinal Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,784
27%
$149,867
17%
2023
$2,199
57%
$127,600
3%
2022
$1,398
-2%
$124,167
3%
2020
$1,422
-22%
$120,733
3%
2021
$1,824
3%
$117,300
3%
2020
$1,771
4%
$114,167
3%
2019
$1,704
3773%
$111,033
3%
2018
$44
-97%
$107,900
1%
2017
$1,640
2%
$106,767
1%
2016
$1,601
1%
$105,633
1%
2015
$1,584
-16%
$104,500
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2014
$1,892
—
$104,500
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5 Cardinal Road, Baltimore, MD 21221 (MLS# MDBC2169320) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5 Cardinal Road is currently listed for $255,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 5 Cardinal Road? 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.

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