NOT LISTED FOR SALE

523 E Seminary Ave Towson, MD 21286

Hampton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,141,000 - $1,243,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
3,439 Sq Ft
$346/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 9, 2025

Last sale price $1,187,200 $345 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $7,163 / mo

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 2.38 Acre Lot
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Hampton Elementary Rated 9+
  • Georgian Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2025

List price is Opening Bid at the Online auction to be conducted on Auctioneers website. Bidding begins Friday, May 16th & ends Wednedsay, May 21, 2025 at 12:00PM. A Classic Butler Stone Home on 2.38± Beautifully Landscaped Acres in the Heart of Desirable Hampton, Baltimore County. Featuring Spectacular Grounds, Stone Patios, and an In-Ground Pool. This expansive residence, built in 1937, offers approximately 3,439± square feet of living space and sits on a beautifully landscaped 2.38± acre lot — perfect for outdoor living, recreation, and potential future enhancements. The main level welcomes you with a classic center hall entry foyer, leading to a formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room, a sun-drenched breakfast room, and a cozy sunroom. The eat-in kitchen features radiant ceramic tile floors and a convenient laundry closet. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The large primary suite features an en-suite bath, walk-in closet, sun porch, and an adjoining den with a wood-burning fireplace. A fully renovated Jack and Jill bathroom with modern finishes connects two additional bedrooms. The lower level is unfinished, providing abundant storage space, walk-up access to the yard, and a convenient half-bath (flush). Additional features include beautiful wood floors throughout, recently updated oil-fired Carrier HVAC, a built-in garage for easy access and storage. This home offers a rare opportunity to own a true Towson classic — combining the tranquility of a private estate setting with close proximity to local shops, schools, restaurants, and major commuter routes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jared Block

(410) 828-4838 jblock@alexcooper.com Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc. License #SP98372459 Listed on: 05/01/2025

Co-Listed By

Scott Frank

(410) 828-4838 scott@alexcooper.com Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Roberta

(443) 829-9950 janrayroberta@yahoo.com Prestige Homes, Inc. License #55659

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,200

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 2.38 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned DR1

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,439 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement with some natural light

Pool

  • In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hampton Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 37
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04090912590340

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,200

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

2.38 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Georgian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: Auction
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Walkout Stairs
  • Total Sq Ft: 3439
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3439
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 174.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3439
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Built In, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • 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: 2.38
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 103673.00
  • Zoning: DR1
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8200.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04090912590340
  • Tax Lot: 37
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Jun 9, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jared Block
Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Roberta
Prestige Homes, Inc.
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$1,187,200
Premium/Discount to List
$587,200
97.87%
Views
186
Current Estimated Value
$1,190,729

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,529
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.30%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2019
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2019
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1972
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,187,200 Universal Title
$1,187,200 Universal Title
-- None Available
-- None Available
$73,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $1,187,200 +97.9% $345 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $600,000 -- $174 / 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 $8,922 $685,800 $215,600 $470,200
2024 $8,922 $676,600 -- --
2023 $4,408 $667,400 $0 $0
2022 $7,404 $658,200 $215,600 $442,600
2021 $8,589 $658,200 $215,600 $442,600
2020 $8,589 $658,200 $215,600 $442,600
2019 $8,173 $702,800 $215,600 $487,200
2018 $7,842 $682,033 $0 $0
2017 $7,404 $661,267 $0 $0
2016 -- $640,500 $0 $0
2015 $6,075 $640,500 $0 $0
2014 $6,075 $640,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jared Block

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jared Block

    Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.

    (443) 804-1418

    1 in this area

    231 Total Sales

    Jared Block
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  • Scott Frank

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Scott Frank

    Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.

    (410) 977-4712

    1 in this area

    94 Total Sales

    Scott Frank
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Michael Roberta

    Prestige Homes, Inc.

    (443) 829-9950

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Michael Roberta
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBC2126704

Bright MLS

APN: 09-0912590340

Maryland Baltimore County Towson 21286 Hampton

523 E Seminary Ave, Towson, MD

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