NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Franklin Square Berlin, MD 21811

Estimated Value: $250,788 - $335,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,220 Sq Ft
$243/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 07, 2023

Last sale price $279,900 $229 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,974/month

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Buckingham Elementary School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2023

Have you been wanting to move to America’s coolest small town? Now you can afford to! Walk to Berlin’s many unique shops and restaurants, without worrying about parking! Newer appliances, washer/dryer, water heater,HVAC system and LVP flooring in kitchen. Large primary bedroom with 4 foot shower. The living room contains a wet bar and sliding glass doors leading out to a concrete patio overlooking the backyard and trees. Don’t let this one pass you by!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Hileman

Hileman Real Estate-Berlin Listed on: 01/13/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Dustin Oldfather

Compass License #647315

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,342

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,220 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Parking Space Conveys

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Buckingham Elementary School
  • Berlin Intermediate School
  • Stephen Decatur High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot A8
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2403123081

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, trash
  • Franklin Square Condos
  • Franklin Square Community
  • Franklin Square Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Storm Doors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,342

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Have you been wanting to move to America’s coolest small town? Now you can afford to! Walk to Berlin’s many unique shops and restaurants, without worrying about parking! Newer appliances, washer/dryer, water heater,HVAC system and LVP flooring in kitchen. Large primary bedroom with 4 foot shower. The living room contains a wet bar and sliding glass doors leading out to a concrete patio overlooking the backyard and trees. Don’t let this one pass you by!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bar, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Insulated, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Six Panel, Sliding Glass, Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Floors In Unit Count: 2
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1220
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1220
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 229.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1220
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 8

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Secure Storage, Sidewalks
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods, Street
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Parking Space Conveys, Paved Parking
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump(s)
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Central, Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 300.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: Franklin Square
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Trash
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - Off-Site
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: BUCKINGHAM
  • Middle School: BERLIN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
  • High School: STEPHEN DECATUR
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138066543
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BUCKINGHAM
  • High School: STEPHEN DECATUR
  • Middle Or Junior School: BERLIN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: U
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees, Rear Yard
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: R-3
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5388593
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2342.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2403123081
  • Tax Lot: A8
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1220
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 03/07/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2023
Closed on
Mar 7, 2023
Sold by
Glenn James Joseph and Glenn Susan M
Bought by
Bunescu Diana
Seller's Agent
Debbie Hileman
Hileman Real Estate-Berlin
Buyer's Agent
Dustin Oldfather
Compass
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$279,900
Views
77
Current Estimated Value
$296,447

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,547
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.26%
Original Mortgage
$246,400
Outstanding Balance
$239,991
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$41,591

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2005
Sold by
Macrides Jason
Bought by
Joseph Glenn James and Glenn Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,000
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1999
Sold by
Rohrbaugh John M and Rohrbaugh Jeanette E
Bought by
Hinkel Macrides Jason

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1987
Sold by
Franklin Square Associates
Bought by
Rohrbaugh John M and Rohrbaugh Jeanette E
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bunescu Diana $279,900 Capitol Title
Joseph Glenn James $4,193,000 --
Hinkel Macrides Jason $72,000 --
Rohrbaugh John M $27,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bunescu Diana $246,400
Previous Owner Joseph Glenn James $103,000
Closed Hinkel Macrides Jason --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/07/2023 03/07/23 Sold $279,900 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft
01/13/2023 01/13/23 For Sale $279,900 -- $229 / 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
2024 $2,751 $164,700 $82,300 $82,400
2023 $2,636 $148,433 $0 $0
2022 $2,331 $132,167 $0 $0
2021 $2,054 $115,900 $57,900 $58,000
2020 $2,027 $115,900 $57,900 $58,000
2019 $2,027 $115,900 $57,900 $58,000
2018 $1,877 $115,900 $57,900 $58,000
2017 $1,886 $115,900 $0 $0
2016 -- $115,900 $0 $0
2015 $2,292 $120,700 $0 $0
2014 $2,292 $120,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDWO2011866

Bright MLS

APN: 03-123081