1818 Ruxton Rd Towson, MD 21204
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
7,106
Sq Ft
1.85
Acres
Highlights
- Guest House
- Gourmet Country Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Riderwood Elementary School Rated A-
- 1.85 Acre Lot
- Dual Staircase
About This Home
As of August 2017REDUCED!UPDATED CIRCA 1875 MANSION IN RUXTON &FORMER HOME TO EDGAR ALLAN POE'S FAMILY HAS ELEGANCE &CHARM OF HISTORIC ARCHITECTURE,ALL THE MODERN AMENITIES OF THE 21ST CENTURY!HISTORIC ESTATE FEATS 6 BEDRMS,7 FIREPLACES,+/-7100 SQ FT,+/- 2 ACRES &AU-PAIR SUITE!RECENT UPDATES INCL:HI-VELOCITY HVAC W/8 ZONES,KITCHEN &BATHS!IDEAL FOR ENTERTAINING W/GRAND BALL/GREAT RM!BROCHURE AVAILABLE IN VIEW DOCS!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #510689 Listed on: 01/12/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,110
Year Built
- Built in 1875 | Remodeled in 2013
Lot Details
- 1.85 Acre Lot
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Landscaped
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Manor Architecture
- Slate Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Recessed Lighting
- 7 Fireplaces
- Fireplace With Glass Doors
- Screen For Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Workshop
- Screened Porch
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Gourmet Country Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Butlers Pantry
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Connecting Stairway
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Space For Rooms
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Monitored
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Multiple Balconies
- Deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Shed
- Playground
Schools
- Riderwood Elementary School
- Dumbarton Middle School
- Towson High Law & Public Policy
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating unit installed on the ceiling
- Hot Water Heating System
- Programmable Thermostat
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
- Guest House
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Ruxton Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Home warranty included in the sale of the property
- Tax Lot 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 04091800001591
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 12, 2017
Closed on
Aug 4, 2017
Sold by
Waesche William H and Waesche Heather A
Bought by
Merlo Christian A and Smith Jamie M
Seller's Agent
Tony Migliaccio
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Bissett Schwanke
Cummings & Co. Realtors
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-25%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$994,388
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.95%
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Outstanding Balance
$904,513
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,421,426
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2012
Closed on
Mar 29, 2013
Sold by
Haus J Gilbert and Haus Anne R
Bought by
Waesche William H and Waesche Heather A
Seller's Agent
Susan Hartman
O'Conor, Mooney & Fitzgerald
Buyer's Agent
Susan Hartman
O'Conor, Mooney & Fitzgerald
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$625,000
-32.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.43%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2004
Sold by
Haus J Gilbert
Bought by
Haus J Gilbert and Haus Anne R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 1979
Sold by
Steuart Arthur B
Bought by
Haus J Gilbert
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,350,000 | Front Door Title Inc | |
| Deed | $1,325,000 | Sage Title Group Llc | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $160,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $1,080,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $61,262 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $490,000 | Stand Alone Second |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2017 08/04/17 | Sold | $1,350,000 | -10.0% | $190 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2017 05/03/17 | Price Changed | $1,500,000 | -3.2% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2017 04/12/17 | Price Changed | $1,549,000 | -3.1% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2017 03/16/17 | Price Changed | $1,599,000 | -5.9% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2017 02/15/17 | Price Changed | $1,699,000 | -5.6% | $239 / Sq Ft |
| 01/12/2017 01/12/17 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | +35.8% | $253 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2013 03/28/13 | Sold | $1,325,000 | -11.1% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 01/31/2013 01/31/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/28/2013 01/28/13 | Price Changed | $1,490,000 | -9.7% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2012 09/18/12 | Price Changed | $1,650,000 | -5.7% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2012 08/07/12 | Price Changed | $1,750,000 | -10.3% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2012 04/02/12 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | -- | $274 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $22,123 | $1,815,900 | $412,300 | $1,403,600 |
| 2024 | $22,123 | $1,660,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $9,929 | $1,505,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $17,772 | $1,350,600 | $412,300 | $938,300 |
| 2021 | $17,765 | $1,350,600 | $412,300 | $938,300 |
| 2020 | $17,765 | $1,350,600 | $412,300 | $938,300 |
| 2019 | $22,594 | $1,769,200 | $412,300 | $1,356,900 |
| 2018 | $19,652 | $1,579,967 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $17,944 | $1,390,733 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $10,153 | $1,201,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $10,153 | $1,136,633 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $10,153 | $1,071,767 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tony Migliaccio
Seller's Agent in 2017
Tony Migliaccio
Long & Foster
(443) 632-6597
446 Total Sales
-
Bissett Schwanke
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Bissett Schwanke
Cummings & Co Realtors
(410) 800-3028
2 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Susan Hartman
Seller's Agent in 2013
Susan Hartman
O'Conor, Mooney & Fitzgerald
(410) 608-4299
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000022090
APN: 09-1800001591
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