"Hawthorne"

Live Auction Bidders – A $10,000 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.

Deborah Burton, Attorney
Law Offices of Adam J. Roa
600 Washington Avenue, Suite 202
Towson, MD 21204

Estate Sale

Live Onsite & Simulcast Online Bidding
$100,000 Opening Bid

HAWTHORNE

TWO STORY TOWNHOME
3 Bedrooms ◆ 1.5 Baths

Known As
2205 SOUTHORN ROAD
Off Kingston Road, Middle River
Baltimore County, MD 21220

Online Bidding Opens
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2024

Live Onsite Auction
THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 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:
2205 Southorn Road is located in the Middle River area of eastern Baltimore County. The home is situated in the “Hawthorne” neighborhood on a peninsula surrounded by Middle River, Cow Pens Creek and Dark Head Creek. Hawthorne is south of the 2000 block of Eastern Boulevard (MD-150), east of Route 702 and west of Martin State Airport. Access to the Baltimore Beltway (I-695) is about two miles west. Public bus service is regularly scheduled to the neighborhood.

Hawthorne is predominantly comprised of two story townhomes, constructed in the 1950s. Most are well maintained and some have been expanded. According to the Baltimore County government web site, nearby public schools are Hawthorne Elementary, Stemmers Run Middle and Kenwood High. Neighborhood shopping is within walking distance as is a community park.

SITE:
Level rectangular lot – 16′ x 100′. Plat
Zoning DR 10.5, residential
Public utilities
Parking pad in rear

IMPROVEMENTS:
Two story inside-group brick townhome, built in 1958, containing 1,024 square feet of living area and 512 square feet of basement space. The home has covered front and rear porches, vinyl-clad double-hung windows, a full concrete block basement foundation and asphalt shingle roof. Interior walls are plaster and paneling.

First Floor

• Living Room – carpeting over wood floor
• Dining Room – wood floor
• Kitchen – vinyl floor, laminate cabinets and counters, refrigerator, electric range/oven, dishwasher, double wall oven

Second Floor

• 3 Bedrooms – carpeting over wood floor
• Full Bathroom – ceramic tile
• Linen Closet
• Pull Down Attic

Basement

• Paneled Family Room – carpeting
• Laundry/Utility Room – vinyl tile, outside exit, toilet, utility sink, washer

Mechanical – gas forced air heat, gas water heater, 200 amp. electrical service, sump pump

The home needs updating and cosmetic repairs. Some personal property will remain in the home – it will not be cleaned out by the seller.

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $1,443, based on a full value assessment of $119,100.

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 sold free and clear of liens, subject to an annual $108 ground rent, payable half-yearly on the 15th days of March and September, in each and every year (statutory redemption cost is $1,800.00). Baltimore County Deed Book OTG 5097, Page 493.

SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.

Live Auction Bidders – A $10,000 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, ground rent, 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. 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.