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6500 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21209
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This Auction has been CANCELED.
Sold prior to the auction.
Live Auction Bidders – A $15,000 deposit, payable by cashier’s check, will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. If necessitated by price, the deposit shall be increased to 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office (company or personal checks for the increased deposit will be accepted at the sale site or wiring instructions will be provided).
Online Auction Bidders – A 10% deposit, payable by wire transfer or cashier’s check, is required by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction. No exceptions. When you register for an online auction, a “ping” will be placed on your credit card and immediately voided, you will not be charged the deposit amount.
A 5% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price. For complete Terms Of Sale, see the Summary Terms Of Sale at the bottom of this page and see the Sample Contract.
Live Onsite and Simulcast Online Bidding
$100,000 Opening Bid
WINDSOR MILL
1.79± ACRE PARCEL
With 2 Houses & Garage
Zoned DR 5.5 & R-4, Residential
Development Potential
Known As
5201-5203
POWHATAN AVENUE
Baltimore County & City, MD 21207
CANCELED
Online Bidding Opens
WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024
Live Onsite Auction
THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2024
AT 11:00 A.M.
NOTE: The information contained herein has been obtained from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be accurate. However, no express or implied warranty is made or may be inferred from any such representation. Dimensions, square footage and acreage contained herein are more or less. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence, in advance of the auction, regarding the permitted uses of the property.
LOCATION:
5201-5203 Powhatan Avenue straddles the Baltimore City-Baltimore County line. The property is situated off Forest Park Avenue, south of Windsor Mill Road and immediately north of I-70 and Security Boulevard (MD-122). Forest Park Golf Course is about one-half mile north. Leakin Park is just east of the site. The surrounding area has a rural appearance, yet is convenient to Social Security headquarters, shopping, employment centers and major highways. According to the Baltimore County government web site, nearby public schools are Edmondson Heights Elementary, Southwest Academy Middle and Woodlawn High. Baltimore City Schools are also nearby as is MTA bus service.
SITE:
The property comprises 1.79 acres
Approximately one acre is located in Baltimore County and 0.79 acre in Baltimore City.
Zoning (Baltimore County) – DR 5.5, allows up to 5.5 dwelling units per acre
Zoning (Baltimore City) – R-4, which may permit up to 3 dwellings units on the 0.79 acre parcel in the City
Public utilities
The parcel is level to rolling and has several mature trees.
IMPROVEMENTS:
Both homes are believed to have been built around 1900, according to public tax records.
5201 Powhatan Avenue is a two story frame farmhouse with covered front porch, wood double-hung windows and a flat roof. The home is in shell condition and contains a living room, dining room, and kitchen, on the first floor, 2 bedrooms and bath, on the second, with gas forced air heat.
5203 Powhatan Avenue is a two story frame cottage with covered wrap-around porch, wood double-hung windows, asphalt shingle roof and rear second floor deck. The home needs updating. First floor contains living room with stone fireplace, dining room, eat-in kitchen, large family room, and bathroom with shower. Second floor has 4 bedrooms and bath. Finished attic. The interior has wood paneled walls and carpeting. The hot water baseboard heat is not functioning. Unfinished basement.
Concrete Block Three-Car Garage – two doors
TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes and assessments:
Baltimore County portion – $154 per year based on assessment of $12,833
Baltimore City portion – $4,154 per year based on assessment of $87,800
Purchasers may petition for a reduction in the assessment of their property in conjunction with a purchase price substantially less than the currently assessed value of the property. Purchasers are encouraged to contact the Maryland State Department of Assessments & Taxation concerning the appeals process, and may see the following link for helpful information: Assessment Appeal Process – dat.maryland.gov
TITLE:
The property is in fee simple and sold free and clear of liens. Baltimore County Deed Book JLE 47460, Page 328; Baltimore City Deed Book MB 25001, Page 129.
SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
Live Auction Bidders – A $15,000 deposit, payable by cashier’s check, will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. If necessitated by price, the deposit shall be increased to 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office (company or personal checks for the increased deposit will be accepted at the sale site or wiring instructions will be provided).
Online Auction Bidders – A 10% deposit, payable by wire transfer or cashier’s check, is required by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction. No exceptions.
Deposit funds shall be held by A. J. Billig & Co., LLC. Balance to be paid in cash at settlement, which shall take place within 45 days. If payment of the deposit or balance does not take place within the specified time, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the purchaser. Interest to be charged on the unpaid purchase money, at the rate of 12% per annum, from date of contract to date of settlement. All adjustments, including taxes, all other public charges and assessments payable on a monthly or annual basis, and sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if any, to be adjusted for the current year to date of contract and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. The property will be sold in “AS IS, WHERE IS” condition, subject to easements, agreements, restrictions or covenants of record affecting same, if any, and subject to housing violation notices, if any. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of contract forward. The purchaser agrees to waive the right of inspection for lead paint, as provided under current Federal and State law. If the Seller is unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit this sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Seller or Auctioneers. Recordation costs, transfer taxes and all costs incidental to settlement to be paid by the purchaser except where otherwise mandated by local, State or Federal law. Time is of the essence. A 5% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price.
