"Harford County - Joppa Area"

A $25,000 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 with 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office (wire or cashier’s check). 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.

– $200,000 Opening Bid –

HARFORD COUNTY
– Joppa Area –

BRICK RANCH HOME
– On 1.09 Acres –

3,240 Sq. Ft. on Two Levels
Outbuildings – Level Lot

Sale On Premises:
2304 STOCKTON ROAD
Near Mountain Road
Joppa, Maryland 21085

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2024
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:
2304 Stockton Road is located in the Wilna area of Harford County, north of Joppa and south of Fallston. The property sits a short distance east of Mountain Road, north of Mountain Branch and northeast of the Mountain Christian Church. Olney Farm, an attractive 100+ acre operating farm, adjoins the property to the east. The surrounding area remains largely agricultural and serene but provides excellent access to major employment centers in Aberdeen, Bel Air and Baltimore. I-95 is just 2.5 miles south via Mountain Road. Belair Road is less than 2 miles north, and provides ample opportunity for retail shopping, groceries, dining and a wide variety of services. MD-24 (Veterans Memorial Highway) and Pulaski Highway are also nearby, providing additional opportunities for shopping, dining and services. In addition to nearby Mountain Branch golf course, driving range and event venue, recreational opportunities in the area abound, with a number of public parks, walking trails and agri-tourism within a short drive. According to the Harford County Public Schools website, nearby schools include Youths Benefit Elementary, Fallston Middle and High.

For more information about the area, please visit:
Harford County, MD – www.harfordcountymd.gov
Harford County WebGIS – hcggis.harfordcountymd.gov
Harford County Public Schools – www.hcps.org

SITE:
Lot size – 1.09 acres, more or less, according to public tax records

Known as lot 7 on the plat of “Raphael Heights” recorded in the Harford County Land Records at Plat Book GRG 6, folio 25, and as further specified in deed records.

The lot is mostly level, fronting approximately 138′ on Stockton Road and with depths of approximately 350′. The rear of the property is bound by an intended 50′ road known as Quick Drive. That road is believed to be used as a driveway to both the Olney Farm and 1707 Mountain Road.

The property features mature trees and landscaping, detached garage, shed and open woodshed (formerly run-in shelter).

Serviced by private well and septic. See attached well and septic reports for more detail.

Zoned AG – Agricultural

Plat

GIS Map

SDAT Map

IMPROVEMENTS:
Brick ranch home – constructed in 1959, containing 1,620 square feet above grade and 1,620 square feet of basement space, according to public tax records. Two car detached barn-style building suitable for use as a garage, workshop or storage.

Exterior:

• Brick exterior
• Wood windows and storm windows
• Asphalt architectural shingle roof
• Aluminum down spouts and rain gutters

Interior:

First Floor –

• Living room – wood floor, bow window, wood burning fireplace
• Eat-in kitchen – vinyl flooring, laminate countertops, table space
• Dining room – wood floor
• Bedroom – wood floor
• Bedroom – wood floor
• Bedroom – wood floor
• Full hall bath – vinyl floor, ceramic tile surround, shower/tub combination

Basement/Mechanical –

• Unfinished basement – dry, sealed floor and french drain. Partially framed. Wood stove. Safe shall remain.
• Oil fired forced air furnace (suitable for addition of CAC)
• Upgraded 200 amp electrical service

TITLE:
In fee simple; sold free and clear of all liens.

TAXES:
Current annual real estate taxes are $3,464.07, based on a full value tax assessment of $313,800.

SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
A $25,000 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 with 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office (wire or cashier’s check). 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, and Harford County 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. Time is of the essence. A 5% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price.