$375,000
SOLD DEC 22, 2025

5530 Willys Ave Halethorpe, MD 21227

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,760 Sq Ft
6,250 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$213 Per Sq Ft

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to 5530 Willys Avenue — a charming Cape Cod in the heart of Arbutus! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers classic curb appeal with its inviting front porch and a fully fenced backyard for privacy and outdoor enjoyment. The spacious main level features a comfortable living area, dining space, and a bright kitchen that opens to a large screened-in back porch — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find additional bedroom space ideal for a home office, guest room, or play area. Outside, the private backyard is ready for summer barbecues, pets, and plenty of room to play. Easy access to major commuter routes, local shops, and restaurants, this home offers both convenience and comfort in a friendly neighborhood setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Wyble

(410) 562-2325 mattwyble@nextsteprealtymd.com Next Step Realty Listed on: 11/06/2025

Next Step Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Caroline Paper

(301) 928-1404 caroline@balzre.com Next Step Realty License #680996

Next Step Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,233

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 6,250 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Second Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Improved Basement

  • Interior and Rear Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Arbutus Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 04131319510270

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,233

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 11/6/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Rear Entrance, Improved, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2272
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1760
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 275.66
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1360
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 400
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 512
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 912
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • View: Street
  • 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: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • 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

  • Fencing: Rear, Privacy
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6250.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Zoning: R
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3233.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04131319510270
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2025
Closed on
Dec 22, 2025
Sold by
French Kenneth J
Bought by
Johnston Springer Sandra
Seller's Agent
Matthew Wyble
Next Step Realty
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Paper
Next Step Realty
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Views
182

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.89%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,714
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,946

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2011
Sold by
French James B
Bought by
French James B and French Kenneth J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,017
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2011
Sold by
French James B
Bought by
French James B and French Kenneth J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,017
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2002
Sold by
French James B
Bought by
French James B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 1997
Sold by
Long Beatrice A
Bought by
French James B and Bendt Phillip T
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 $375,000 Lakeside Title
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $105,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $133,017 FHA
Previous Owner $133,017 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/22/2025 12/22/25 Sold $375,000 0.0% $213 / Sq Ft
11/06/2025 11/06/25 For Sale $374,900 -- $213 / 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 $3,171 $225,700 -- --
2024 $3,171 $208,900 $90,200 $118,700
2023 $1,549 $207,933 $0 $0
2022 $3,210 $206,967 $0 $0
2021 $3,195 $206,000 $60,900 $145,100
2020 $3,195 $201,900 $0 $0
2019 $3,175 $197,800 $0 $0
2018 $3,002 $193,700 $60,900 $132,800
2017 $2,792 $185,933 $0 $0
2016 $2,345 $178,167 $0 $0
2015 $2,345 $170,400 $0 $0
2014 $2,345 $170,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDBC2144792

Bright MLS

APN: 13-1319510270