"Catonsville - Westview Park"

Louis J. Weinkam, Jr., Attorney
1002 Frederick Road
Catonsville, MD 21228

 ESTATE AUCTION 

$100,000 Suggested Opening Bid

“Westview Park”

3 BEDROOM RANCHER
– Needs Updates –

Sale On Premises
6132 WHEATLAND ROAD
Baltimore County, MD 21228

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2019
AT 2:00 P.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:
6132 Wheatland Road is located west of the Baltimore Beltway (I-695), south of Security Boulevard and north of Baltimore National Pike (US-40) in western Baltimore County. The surrounding neighborhood is comprised of single family housing, primarily built in the 1960s and 1970s. The property is located one block south of Crosby Road and Western Hills Community Park. Nearby public schools are Woodbridge Elementary, Southwest Academy and Woodlawn High, according to the Baltimore County government web site. Access to major highways, shopping and employers is excellent.

SITE:
Lot size 65′ x 110′, comprising 0.164 acre of land
Zoning DR 5.5, residential
All public utilities
3-car concrete driveway
2 – storage sheds
Concrete patio
Fenced rear yard

IMPROVEMENTS:
One story brick and shingle ranch home, built in 1964, contains 1,092 square feet of living area and 1,092 square feet of basement space.

Exterior – aluminum sliding windows, full concrete block foundation, composition shingle roof with aluminum rainspouts

First Floor

• Living Room – carpeting over wood floor, brick fireplace
• Dining Room – carpeting over wood floor
• Eat-in Kitchen – vinyl floor, original laminate cabinets and counters, refrigerator, gas range/oven, pantry
• 3 – Bedrooms – wood floors
• Full Bathroom – ceramic tile
• Coat Closet

Lower Level

• Family Room – paneling, tile floor
• Half-Bath – tile floor
• Laundry/Utility Room – tile floor, utility sink, washer and dryer, freezer, outside exit

Mechanical – gas forced air heat, central air conditioning, 200-amp. electric, gas water heater, sump pump, Generac backup generator.

TITLE:
The property is in fee simple and sold free and clear of liens. Baltimore County Deed Book 32583, Page 158.

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $2,608, based on a full value assessment of $170,333. 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:
https://dat.maryland.gov/realproperty/Pages/Assessment-Appeal-Process.aspx

SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
A $10,000 deposit, payable by cashier’s check, will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. The deposit shall be increased to 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office. 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” condition, and subject to easements, agreements, restrictions or covenants of record affecting same, 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.

No buyer’s premium.

Auction by order of:
Estate of Francis A. Watson