NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Franklin Square Berlin, MD 21811

Estimated Value: $285,551 - $324,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 07, 2019

Last sale price $170,000 $139 Per Sq Ft

Est. 78% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,027/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Air
  • Buckingham Elementary School Rated A-
  • Living Room
  • Property is in very good condition

About This Home

As of June 2019

Corner townhouse with plenty of natural light. Newly refurbished 3 bedroom 2.5 bath with open floor plan, hardwood floors,crown molding, outside patio & shed. Plenty of storage space with floored & shelved attic.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Rakowski

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP License #591484 Listed on: 04/29/2019

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP

Last Buyer's Agent

John Rakowski

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP License #591484 Listed on: 04/29/2019

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,057

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 2 parking spaces
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Location

  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Buckingham Elementary School
  • Berlin Middle School
  • Stephen Decatur High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • Association fees include trash, lawn maintenance
  • Franklin Square Community
  • Franklin Square Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1649
  • Assessor Parcel Number 03-123014

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,057

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Remarks Public: Corner townhouse with plenty of natural light. Newly refurbished 3 bedroom 2.5 bath with open floor plan, hardwood floors,crown molding, outside patio & shed. Plenty of storage space with floored & shelved attic.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1220
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1220
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 139.26
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1220
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 1200.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Trash, Lawn Maintenance
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: BUCKINGHAM
  • Middle School: BERLIN
  • High School: STEPHEN DECATUR
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138066543
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BUCKINGHAM
  • High School: STEPHEN DECATUR
  • Middle Or Junior School: BERLIN

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: 2 parking spaces
  • Land Use Code: 012
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: R-3
  • In City Limits: Yes

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5388586
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2057.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 03-123014
  • Tax Lot: 1649
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1220
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 06/07/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2019
Closed on
Jun 7, 2019
Sold by
Rakowski John K and Rakowski Alice B
Bought by
Finecey Julia R
Seller's Agent
John Rakowski
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP
Buyer's Agent
John Rakowski
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.06%
Current Estimated Value
$302,888

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$132,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.00%
Original Mortgage
$164,900
Outstanding Balance
$146,752
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$156,136

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2012
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Rakowski John K and Rakowski Alice B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2012
Sold by
Rankin Angela P and Rankin Matthew S
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2006
Sold by
Cox James B and Cox Robin R
Bought by
Rankin Matthew S and Rankin Angela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$22,377
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2006
Sold by
Cox James B and Cox Robin R
Bought by
Rankin Matthew S and Rankin Angela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$22,377
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Finecey Julia R $170,000 None Available
Rakowski John K $81,000 Titletek
Federal National Mortgage Association $194,000 Titletek
Rankin Matthew S $224,000 --
Rankin Matthew S $224,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Finecey Julia R $164,900
Previous Owner Rankin Matthew S $22,377
Previous Owner Rankin Matthew S $179,200
Previous Owner Rankin Matthew S $179,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Sold $170,000 +0.1% $139 / Sq Ft
05/05/2019 05/05/19 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2019 04/29/19 For Sale $169,900 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,947 $165,900 $82,900 $83,000
2023 $2,658 $149,633 $0 $0
2022 $2,352 $133,367 $0 $0
2021 $2,075 $117,100 $58,500 $58,600
2020 $2,057 $117,100 $58,500 $58,600
2019 $2,048 $117,100 $58,500 $58,600
2018 $1,896 $117,100 $58,500 $58,600
2017 $1,905 $117,100 $0 $0
2016 -- $117,100 $0 $0
2015 $2,300 $122,000 $0 $0
2014 $2,300 $122,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    John Rakowski

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP

    5 in this area

    8 Total Sales

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  • Sharon Daugherty

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Sharon Daugherty

    Keller Williams Realty Delmarva

    (410) 430-4004

    22 in this area

    232 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDWO105778

Bright MLS

APN: 03-123014

Maryland Worcester County Berlin 21811

1 Franklin Square, Berlin, MD

This home is located at 1 Franklin Square, Berlin, MD 21811 since 29 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $302,888, approximately $248 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 1 Franklin Square is a home located in Worcester County with nearby schools including Buckingham Elementary School, Berlin Intermediate School, and Stephen Decatur Middle School.

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