"Southeast Baltimore - Highlandtown Area"

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 4 P.M. on the day of auction. 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 please see the Sample Contract.

To The Highest Bidder Above $50,000

SOUTHEAST BALTIMORE
– Highlandtown Area –

TWO STORY
TOWNHOME

Known As:
3412 ESTHER PLACE
Off N. Highland Avenue
Baltimore City, Maryland 21224

BIDDING OPENS:
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025

BIDDING CLOSES:
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2025
AT 1:00 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:
3412 Esther Place is located in the Baltimore Highlands neighborhood of Baltimore City. Surrounding neighborhoods include Highlandtown, Patterson Park and Brewer’s Hill. Known for its blend of residential charm and industrial history, Baltimore Highlands has become one of Baltimore’s most promising neighborhoods due to easy access to major highways, the nearby Johns Hopkins Bayview and East Baltimore campuses, and a rapidly developing area along the Haven Street corridor. Residents of the area can take advantage of nearby Eastern Avenue, which offers a variety of local shops, restaurants, and community services, as well as quick access to The Shops at Canton Crossing, Patterson Park, and the Boston Street waterfront. Ideally located near I-895 (1.5 miles), I-95 (2.0 miles), and Downtown Baltimore (2.5 miles), the property is well-positioned for both local and regional travel. Major employers in the area include Johns Hopkins Bayview, Amazon, Mid Atlantic Baking and numerous companies operating within the Port of Baltimore and surrounding industrial corridors.

For more information, please see:
Baltimore Highlands – livebaltimore.com
City of Baltimore – www.baltimorecity.gov
CityView Map – cityview.baltimorecity.gov

SITE:
Rectangular Lot – 13’1″ x 80′, more or less. Plat

Fenced rear yard

All public utilities

Zoned R-8, Residential

IMPROVEMENTS:
Two story brick inside-group townhome, constructed in 1916, containing 1,170 square feet of living area and 585 square feet of basement space, according to public tax records. The home contains a living room, dining room and kitchen, on the first floor; two to three bedrooms and a full bathroom, on the second floor; partially finished basement. Full renovation is required.

TITLE:
The property is in fee simple and sold free and clear of all liens. Baltimore City Deed Book Liber FMC 11238, folio 193.

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $2,358.41 based on a full value assessment of $99,933.

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 4 P.M. on the day of auction. 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.