16 W Franklin St Baltimore, MD 21201
Downtown Baltimore NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,591/month
Highlights
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Beaux Arts Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Open Floorplan
- 2-minute walk to Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place
About This Home
Welcome to 16 W Franklin Street, where historic elegance meets modern convenience in the heart of Mount Vernon. This striking Second Empire townhouse has been thoughtfully restored to blend original character with updated systems for comfortable living.
Inside, you’ll find exquisite period details including ornate mantels, intricate plasterwork, a dramatic skylit staircase, and rare zebra-striped wood floors. The main level offers a welcoming parlor, formal dining room with bay window, and a full guest bath.
Upstairs, the grand living room boasts 12-foot ceilings, a marble mantel, and original mirrors, alongside a powder room and spacious eat-in kitchen ideal for entertaining. The third floor hosts two bedrooms and a full bath, while the top level is devoted to a private primary suite with spa-like bath, steam shower, double vanities, dressing room, and laundry.
The unfinished basement with front and rear entrances provides storage, workshop space, or creative flex use. A private carport with garage door accommodates up to four cars in tandem, a rare city convenience.
With updated electric and plumbing, cozy gas radiator heat, and dual-zone high-efficiency central A/C, this home is as comfortable as it is captivating. Perfectly positioned between the Basilica and the Walters Art Museum, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Baltimore history.
Listing Agent
(410) 599-1660 matt@mattrhinegroup.com Keller Williams Legacy License #628258 Listed on: 09/03/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,723
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Beaux Arts Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Central Vacuum
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Skylights
- 2 Fireplaces
- Double Hung Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Connecting Stairway
- Front Basement Entry
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mount Vernon Subdivision
- Property has 5 Levels
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 003
- Assessor Parcel Number 0311100551 003
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $11,910 | $601,200 | $150,000 | $451,200 |
| 2024 | $11,910 | $581,467 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $11,320 | $561,733 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $11,016 | $542,000 | $150,000 | $392,000 |
| 2021 | $12,603 | $534,033 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $10,107 | $526,067 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $9,707 | $518,100 | $150,000 | $368,100 |
| 2018 | $9,443 | $480,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $9,140 | $442,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $8,478 | $404,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $8,478 | $404,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $8,478 | $404,100 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | +1.6% | $193 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2025 02/12/25 | Sold | $640,000 | -1.4% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/15/2024 11/15/24 | For Sale | $649,000 | -- | $145 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $640,000 | Lawyers Express Title | |
| Deed | $879,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $209,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $415,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDBA2177668
APN: 0551-003
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