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Property Description
Back on the market due to Buyers cold feet in regard to owning a historic home. This home has been upgraded with additional central support beams so home can stand another 100 years. Electric has been brought up to code. HVAC has been serviced. Adorable bungalow just steps from Hagerstown's Historic City Park. Picture yourself taking morning walks through the park or relaxing on a bench with your coffee. Cozy up on the inviting front porch before stepping inside - a gracious foyer welcomes you and opens to a spacious main level with beautiful hardwood floors throughout the entire home. The large living room features a charming fireplace surrounded by built-ins and French doors leading to the front porch. The formal dining room is ready for hosting holiday dinners and gatherings. The kitchen was remodeled prior to the current owner and offers plenty of cabinetry, upgraded stainless steel appliances, and custom countertops. Enjoy your morning coffee in the bright breakfast room with a bay window that fills the space with natural light. One of the best features of this home is the expansive screened-in porch that stretches across the entire back of the house and overlooks the large backyard - perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, along with a full bath. One bedroom offers access to the third-floor loft, making an ideal office, craft room, playroom, or quiet reading nook. Recent updates completed in 2022 include: "¢ New gutters "¢ New radon mitigation system "¢ New gas hot water heater "¢ Fresh interior paint. Conveniently located near I-70 and I-81, this home offers charm, character, and modern updates - all in a prime location near the park. Significant improvements have already been made, the home now being offered As-Is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 553 Highland Way
General
- Sold For: $315,000
- Taxes: $4,938 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDWA2031484
- Added to Site: 141 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 15
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Screened Porch
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Screened
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Municipality: Hagerstown
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CITY PARK
- Driving Directions: Virginia Avenue to west on Sunset, bear right at circle onto Highland, home is on the left.
- Location Details: Downtown
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Washington County Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- 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: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Other
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,432
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,432 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,432 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1931
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,050
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RMOD
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $127.43
- City/TownTax: $2,581
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,357
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $207,500
- Tax Amount: $4,938
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3040
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 20
Listed by RE/MAX Aspire, Susan M Houck and RE/MAX Aspire, Hanna Marie Houck
Sold by Keller Williams Realty Centre, Joseph A Glass
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Schools
Schools serving 553 Highland Way
School District:Washington County Public Schools, Williamsport, MD
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Emma K. Doub Elementary School for Integrated Arts & Technology 1221 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 | PK-5 | 1.2 mi |
E. Russell Hicks Middle School 1321 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
South Hagerstown High School 1101 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 553 Highland Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/27/2026
Sold
$315,000
1.65%
MLS
2/16/2026
Price Reduced
$309,900
-1.59%
MLS
1/11/2026
Price Increased
$314,900
2.57%
MLS
11/14/2025
Listed
$307,000
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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.
553 Highland Way, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (MLS# MDWA2031484) is a Single Family property that was sold at $315,000 on March 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 553 Highland Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hagerstown? You can browse all Hagerstown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

