"Harlem Park"

A $5,000 deposit, or ten percent (10%) of the Purchase Price (whichever is greater), in a cashier’s check to be delivered to the Auctioneer’s office at 6500 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21209, or sent by wire transfer, by March 18, 2025 at 4 P.M. 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% or $2,500 buyer’s premium, whichever is greater, 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.

$35,000 Opening Bid

HARLEM PARK

THREE STORY
TOWNHOME
– 4 Bedrooms & 1 Bathroom –

Known As:
1041 BRANTLEY AVENUE
Off N. Arlington Avenue
Baltimore City, Maryland 21217

BIDDING OPENS:
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025

BIDDING CLOSES:
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025
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:
1041 Brantley Avenue is located in the Harlem Park neighborhood of West Baltimore City. Surrounding neighborhoods include Midtown-Edmondson and Sandtown-Winchester. The neighborhood is comprised of mostly three story townhomes dating back to the early 20th Century. “Across the decades, builders, residents and religious leaders left a legacy of unique landmarks including Lafayette Square, the former Harlem Theater, a wealth of magnificent churches and grand brick rowhouses,” according to BaltimoreHeritage.org. Residents of the home can take advantage of the convenience of commuting that the home offers, being within a mile of both N. Fulton Avenue and N. Monroe Street, for north/south travel, and RT-40, for east/west travel. Within a mile of the home is Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, which has a variety of dining, retail and entertainment options. The West Baltimore MARC station (1.4 miles) and numerous bus lines along N. Fulton Avenue provide residents with convenient access to public transportation. Major employers in the area include University of Maryland Baltimore and Grace Medical Center.

For more information:
Neighborhoods – livebaltimore.com
Harlem Park – baltimoreheritage.org
Old West Baltimore – chap.baltimorecity.gov

SITE:
Rectangular lot – 14′ x 70′, more or less. Plat

All public utilities

ZONING:
R-8, residential

According to the Baltimore City zoning code, “R-8 allows for single-family semi-detached housing, single family attached townhouses and multi-family housing. Most of the neighborhoods surrounding downtown are zoned R-8.”

For more information about zoning, please visit:
Department of Planning – planning.baltimorecity.gov

IMPROVEMENTS:
Three story townhome, constructed in 1900, according to public tax records. The home is believed to contain 1,800 sq. ft. of living area and 600 sq. ft. of basement space and was previously operated as an assisted living facility but is now vacant. Roof and plumbing system replaced within the last 3 years. The home is arranged as follows:

EXTERIOR:
Flat built-up roof
Vinyl replacement windows
Fenced rear yard

INTERIOR:
First floor:
Front room – laminate flooring – ceiling fan
Room – laminate flooring
Eat-in kitchen – tile flooring

Second floor:
Bedroom – laminate flooring – ceiling fan
Bedroom – laminate flooring – ceiling fan
Full bathroom – tile flooring
Laundry area in bathroom

Third floor:
Bedroom – laminate flooring – ceiling fan
Bedroom – laminate flooring – ceiling fan

Basement/Mechanicals:
Unfinished basement
Gas forced air heat
Central air conditioning
50 gallon electric water heater
100 amp electrical circuit

TITLE:
In fee simple; sold free and clear of all liens. Baltimore City Deed Book MB 24787, folio 241.

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $464.14, based on a full value assessment of $19,667.

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

SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
A $5,000 deposit, or ten percent (10%) of the Purchase Price (whichever is greater), in a cashier’s check to be delivered to the Auctioneer’s office at 6500 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21209, or sent by wire transfer, by March 18, 2025 at 4 P.M. 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, ground rent and 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. The Property will be sold subject to Baltimore City violation notices, if any. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of contract forward. The Purchaser waives and releases the Seller, the Auctioneers, and their respective agents, successors and assigns from any and all claims the Purchaser and/or its successors and assigns may now have or may have in the future relating to the condition of the property, including but not limited to the environmental condition thereof. 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% or $2,500 buyer’s premium, whichever is greater, will be added to the final bid price.