$1,155,000
SOLD OCT 10, 2025

1505 Locust Ave Towson, MD 21204

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,300 Sq Ft
8,625 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$350 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Riderwood Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2025

Quintessential Ruxton Charmer. Step into timeless charm with this welcoming 1903 shingle style cottage, where character and comfort blend seamlessly with thoughtful updates. A delightful awning covered porch invites you into gracious living spaces filled with dappled natural light thanks to the well maintained mature landscape. Living and dining rooms are complete with wood burning fireplaces. A cozy den with built ins and bay windows is the perfect spot to relax. The well appointed kitchen, with Wolfe range and Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, is drenched in sunlight and provides one of two access points to a spacious deck, the second being a welcoming and light-filled family room. Down the deck steps find a lovely native plant garden and the former garage, known as the "Nook" - which now serves as a fair weather getaway and exercise spot. The second floor provides 4 bedrooms and two full baths, including the ensuite primary with fireplace, vaulted ceilings and skylights. A lower level bedroom/office with full bath opens to the back garden and a covered lounge space - for relaxation and privacy at once. Every window and exterior door has been replaced. Roof is approximately 12 years old. Hardscapes by European Landscapes and Design.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Swindell

(410) 456-4704 tracy.swindell@monumentsothebysrealty.com Monument Sotheby's International Realty License #651961 Listed on: 08/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Meyer

(410) 370-2700 kate.meyer@monumentsothebysrealty.com Monument Sotheby's International Realty

Monument Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,435

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 8,625 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Basement with some natural light
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Riderwood Elementary School
  • Dumbarton Middle School
  • Towson High Law & Public Policy

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ruxton Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 141
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04090918722490

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,435

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Cottage
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 8/19/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial
  • Total Sq Ft: 3871
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3300
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 333.03
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3300
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 571
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 571
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • 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

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: RIDERWOOD
  • High School: TOWSON HIGH LAW & PUBLIC POLICY
  • Middle Or Junior School: DUMBARTON

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.00 x
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8625.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7435.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04090918722490
  • Tax Lot: 141
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Reed Matthew H
Bought by
Baker Sean and Baker Megan
Seller's Agent
Tracy Swindell
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kate Meyer
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$56,000
5.1%
Views
33

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-38.04%
Original Mortgage
$924,000
Outstanding Balance
$922,983
Interest Rate
5.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$167,539

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 1994
Sold by
Howard Joseph D
Bought by
Reed Matthew H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
9.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1986
Sold by
Walger Harry M
Bought by
Howard Joseph D
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,155,000 New Line Title
Deed $300,000 --
Deed $122,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $924,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $1,155,000 +5.1% $350 / Sq Ft
09/01/2025 09/01/25 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2025 09/01/25 For Sale $1,099,000 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Off Market $1,099,000 -- --
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $333 / 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
2025 $8,122 $620,200 $199,500 $420,700
2024 $8,122 $613,433 $0 $0
2023 $4,011 $606,667 $0 $0
2022 $7,694 $599,900 $199,500 $400,400
2021 $7,200 $567,567 $0 $0
2020 $7,200 $535,233 $0 $0
2019 $7,235 $502,900 $199,500 $303,400
2018 $6,944 $482,767 $0 $0
2017 $6,443 $462,633 $0 $0
2016 $6,668 $442,500 $0 $0
2015 $6,668 $442,500 $0 $0
2014 $6,668 $442,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBC2137450

Bright MLS

APN: 09-0918722490