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Property Description
LOOKING FOR MORE SPACE? This home offers nearly 3,000 SQFT of total living space, MAJOR SYSTEM updates already completed, a large fenced backyard, and NO HOA-all at an approachable price point! Welcome to 48 Fairground Ave, a charming 3-bedroom rancher offering comfortable main-level living plus a finished basement with even more room to spread out, laundry, french drain system and a HUGE storage area. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, generously sized bedrooms, fresh paint throughout much of the home, and a refreshed kitchen with colorful cabinetry that opens to a versatile seasonal/flex room (previous carport). Could be ideal as a sunroom, office, playroom, gym or additional entertaining space. The spacious upper-level third bedroom offers even more flexibility and natural light. Even better, many of the big-ticket improvements have already been completed, offering added peace of mind and fewer major projects to worry about! Major 2023 updates include a new HVAC system with added upper-level ductwork, conversion from oil to electric heat, updated electrical panel and wiring, full water main replacement, new PVC interior plumbing lines, and a radon mitigation system. More recent improvements include a new water heater, oven, washing machine, utility sink, refinished tub surround, and replacement storm door to the deck. (Roof replaced around 2013) Outside, enjoy a large 12x27 deck overlooking the flat, fully fenced backyard, storage shed, raised garden beds, and a producing fig tree. The driveway and ample street parking add to the convenience and enjoy the beautiful perennial landscaping as you approach the front of the home. Located in a quiet neighborhood yet within walking distance of groceries, shopping, dining, a park, an elementary school, a library and so much more, with easy access to Westminster, Frederick, and Pennsylvania. If you're looking for space, one-level living, a great yard, no HOA, and peace of mind knowing many costly improvements are already behind you, 48 Fairground Ave is one you'll want to see! Be sure to ask your lender about available down payment and closing cost assistance programs that could make purchasing this home even more affordable. PRICE JUST REDUCED AND SELLER IS MOTIVATED! SCHEDULE A TOUR!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 48 Fairground Ave
General
- Sold For: $317,500
- Taxes: $3,875 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDCR2035894
- Added to Site: 64 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Parking
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Municipality: Taneytown
- County: CARROLL
- Cross Streets: Taneytown Pike
- Driving Directions: Taneytown pike, left on Fairground Avenue, home is on the right.
School Information
- School District: Carroll 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: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler, Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Block, Combination
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Interior Access, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Drainage System
- Foundation: Active Radon Mitigation, Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,236 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,836 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 400 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1960
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,250
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-750
- Lot Description: Level
- Fencing (Description): Fully
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $176.96
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $940
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,874
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $287,300
- Tax Amount: $3,875
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2236
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Extra freezer in sunroom - see addendum
- Inclusions: Chicken Coop/Structure, White cabinet in kitchen to convey & other - see addendum.**
- Section: E
- Lot Number: 456
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Jamie Lynn Riley
Sold by Compass, Michelle R Kemerer
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Schools
Schools serving 48 Fairground Ave
School District:Carroll County Public Schools, Westminster, MD
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Taneytown Elementary School 100 Kings Drive, Taneytown, MD 21787 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Northwest Middle School 99 Kings Drive, Taneytown, MD 21787 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Francis Scott Key High School 3825 Bark Hill Road, Union Bridge, MD 21791 | 9-12 | 4.2 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 48 Fairground Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2026
Sold
$317,500
-2.28%
MLS
8/18/2026
Price Reduced
$324,900
-1.52%
MLS
8/13/2026
Price Reduced
$329,900
-2.97%
MLS
8/06/2026
Listed
$340,000
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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.
48 Fairground Avenue, Taneytown, MD 21787 (MLS# MDCR2035894) is a Single Family property that was sold at $317,500 on September 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 48 Fairground Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Taneytown? You can browse all Taneytown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

