$730,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
1 Bed
1 Bath
2,786 Sq Ft
5,572 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2026

$262 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 5-minute walk to Henry Street Dog Park

About This Home

As of June 2026

Prominently positioned along Light Street in the heart of Federal Hill, 1401 Light St represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic, well-located commercial asset with flexible zoning and strong long-term usability. Originally constructed as one of the first branches of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, the property carries architectural significance and a level of prominence that is increasingly difficult to replicate in today’s market. Zoned OR-1 (Office Residential), the building supports a wide range of professional and institutional uses, including professional offices or headquarters, medical or wellness services, residential care facilities (ALF), child or adult day care, and live/work configurations. The structure also offers the potential for residential or mixed-use conversion, subject to zoning approval. The building features a functional layout with high ceilings, substantial natural light, and solid construction, including the possibility of adding a second floor within the existing structure to increase the usable square footage. Its scale and character provide a strong foundation for a user seeking both presence and practicality. Please see the attached rendering photos for examples of various use-case options.
The location benefits from consistent foot traffic, immediate access to downtown Baltimore, and proximity to dense residential and retail amenities. Federal Hill remains one of the city’s most stable and desirable submarkets, supporting both business operations and long-term value retention. This is a straightforward opportunity for an investor, developer, or owner-user seeking an adaptable building with historical character and enduring utility.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Schiff

(888) 860-7369 mschiff@schiffhometeam.com EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8888607369 License #596243 Listed on: 05/11/2026

EXP Realty, LLC

Co-Listed By

Jonathan Kirk

(888) 860-7369 jon@kirkhomegroup.com EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8888607369 License #643146

Last Buyer's Agent

Xavier Phillips

(301) 850-0255 kara@samsonproperties.net Samson Properties License #5018794

Samson Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,875

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 5,572 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned OR-1

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Federal Hill Historic District Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 010
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0324030983 010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,875

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

5,572 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 5572
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2786
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 305.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2786
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 2786
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2786
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5572.00
  • Zoning: OR-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7875.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0324030983 010
  • Tax Lot: 010
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 1992
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $175,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Sold $730,000 -14.1% $262 / Sq Ft
06/11/2026 06/11/26 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2026 05/11/26 For Sale $850,000 -- $305 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2025 $7,837 $333,667 -- --
2024 $7,702 $327,933 -- --
2023 $7,568 $322,200 $80,000 $242,200
2022 $7,459 $316,067 $0 $0
2021 $7,314 $309,933 $0 $0
2020 $7,170 $303,800 $80,000 $223,800
2019 $7,136 $303,800 $80,000 $223,800
2018 $7,170 $303,800 $80,000 $223,800
2017 $5,157 $303,800 $0 $0
2016 $5,604 $272,800 $0 $0
2015 $5,604 $241,800 $0 $0
2014 $5,604 $210,800 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBA2212392

Bright MLS

APN: 0983-010

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