8031 Strauff Rd Towson, MD 21204
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,512
Sq Ft
$577/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Riderwood Elementary School Rated A-
- Attic
- Community Pool
About This Home
As of September 2024OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE THE THORNTON WOOD LIFE! INCREDIBLE RUXTON LOCATION - BREATHTAKING GROUNDS - ON SITE POOL AND TENNIS - STATELY TOWNHOUSE DESIGN - MAIN LEVEL FEATURES A GENEROUSLY WIDE FRONT ENTRY WITH HALF BATH AND COAT CLOSET; DEN WITH BUILTINS, CROWN, WAINSCOTTING AND PASS THROUGH TO KITCHEN; SUNKEN LIVING ROOM WITH WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, CROWN AND BUILT-INS WITH LOWER CABINETRY; DINING ROOM WITH WAINSCOTTING, CROWN AND SOARING SLIDERS TO THE REAR DECK; AND KITCHEN WITH WHITE CABINETS (SOME GLASS FRONT), BEVELLED GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, DOUBLE WALL OVENS, COOKTOP, PANTRY AND MIRRORED BACKSPLASH. UPPER LEVEL WITH LARGE PRIMARY SUITE, DOOR TO BALCONY, DRESSING ROOM WITH WALK IN CLOSET AND FULL BATH; TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS WITH CUSTOM PLANTATION SHUTTERS; SECTIONED HALL BATH; WALKIN HALL CLOSET AND DROPSTAIR TO ATTIC. THE DAYLIGHT LOWER LEVEL CONTAINS A FAMILY ROOM WITH SLIDER TO A BRICK PATIO AND SMALL FENCED AREA; STORAGE/LAUNDRY ROOM WITH SHELVING THAT HOLDS A TON AND WOULD BE A GREAT WORKSHOP OR BONUS FINISHED SPACE; AND FULL BATH. THE REAR EXTERIOR IS IMPROVED WITH A MAIN LEVEL DECK, PRIMARY SUITE BALCONY, GROUND LEVEL BRICK PATIO AND SMALL FENCED AREA . CONVENIENT TO EVERYTHING, THORNTON WOOD HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN AS HAVING AN EXTRAORDINARY PARK-LIKE SETTING WITH A GEM OF A POOL AND A TENNIS COURT (RECENTLY LINED FOR PICKLE) WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,412
Year Built
- Built in 1974
HOA Fees
- $577 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- 1 Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
Kitchen
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- Cooktop<<rangeHoodToken>>
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Cedar Closet
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Basement with some natural light
Schools
- Riderwood Elementary School
- Dumbarton Middle School
- Towson High Law & Public Policy
Utilities
- Central Air
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 04081600013822
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, management, pool(s), road maintenance
- Thornton Wood Subdivision
Amenities
- Common Area
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 13, 2018
Closed on
Aug 16, 2019
Sold by
Chriss Timothy D A and Chriss Andrew J A
Bought by
Arnot O Bowie and Arnot Susan
Seller's Agent
Sara Gormley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Buyer's Agent
Charles Carrol
Compass
List Price
$459,500
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,500
-7.51%
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
$187,736
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.39%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$263,971
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$348,765
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 16, 2003
Sold by
Chriss Evan A
Bought by
Chriss Timothy D A and Chriss Andrew J A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $425,000 | Cotton Duck Title Co | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $300,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/16/2024 09/16/24 | Sold | $590,000 | -4.7% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | Price Changed | $619,000 | -4.6% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2024 05/08/24 | For Sale | $649,000 | +52.7% | $258 / Sq Ft |
| 08/19/2019 08/19/19 | Sold | $425,000 | -3.4% | $169 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2019 02/20/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/22/2019 01/22/19 | Price Changed | $439,900 | -4.3% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2018 12/13/18 | For Sale | $459,500 | -- | $183 / 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 | $6,573 | $446,500 | $190,000 | $256,500 |
| 2024 | $6,573 | $446,500 | $190,000 | $256,500 |
| 2023 | $3,272 | $446,500 | $190,000 | $256,500 |
| 2022 | $6,952 | $488,700 | $190,000 | $298,700 |
| 2021 | $6,764 | $473,933 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $5,565 | $459,167 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,386 | $444,400 | $190,000 | $254,400 |
| 2018 | $6,325 | $444,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,145 | $443,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $443,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $436,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $429,100 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lynn Plack
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lynn Plack
Hubble Bisbee Christie's International Real Estate
(410) 340-2939
80 Total Sales
-
Kelle Sawers
Seller's Agent in 2024
Kelle Sawers
Compass
(410) 218-1882
38 Total Sales
-
Charles Carrol
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Charles Carrol
Compass
(410) 292-6884
23 Total Sales
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
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Non Subscribing Office
-
Sara Gormley
Seller's Agent in 2019
Sara Gormley
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
(410) 382-5282
33 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDBC2095550
APN: 08-1600013822
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