"Canton"

Live Auction Bidders – A $15,000 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. Personal checks for the difference in the 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 due by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction at the auctioneers office. 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.

Maxwell H. White, Attorney
12111 Main Street
Union Bridge, MD 21791

Live & Online Simulcast Bidding
$100,000 Opening Bid

CANTON

TWO STORY TOWNHOME
– Renovation Needed –
Parking Potential

Known As
820 S. BELNORD AVENUE
Off 2700 Hudson Street
Baltimore, MD 21224

Online Bidding Opens
SATURDAY, JULY 29, 2023

Live Onsite Auction
TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023
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:
As described by LiveBaltimore.com, “Canton In Southeast Baltimore is a popular neighborhood for young professionals and newcomers. The waterfront community offers convenient access to shopping, dining, nightlife and recreation. Residents enjoy easy access to two public parks that host a vast array of festivals, summer concert series and community fitness classes as well as a lively community square all within walking distance. Homes range from the traditional Baltimore rowhouse to large, new-construction townhomes, waterfront condos and apartment buildings.”

The auction provides an opportunity to purchase a home and improve it to one’s own taste, utilize the property as an investment for renovation and resale or as a rental property. The property is believed to be located within the Canton Historic District, providing an opportunity for Commission for Historical and Architectural Preservation (CHAP) credits.

SITE:
Level, rectangular lot – 12’2″ x 66’2″. Plat
Corner location provides access to rear alley and potential for off-street parking
Concrete shed in rear
Public utilities
Zoning R-8, residential

IMPROVEMENTS:
Two Story Brick End-of-Group Townhome. According to public tax records, the home was built in 1920 (it is believed to be older), contains 696 square feet of living area and 348 square feet of basement space. The home has a brick foundation, built-up roof and vinyl-clad double-hung windows.

First Floor

• Living Room (sub-floor) – exposed brick wall
• Bedroom (carpeting)

Second Floor

• Primary Bedroom (carpeting) with En-Suite Bathroom (vinyl floor, no sink)
• Bedroom (carpeting)

Basement

• Eat-in Kitchen (ceramic tile floor) – laminate cabinets and counters, gas range/oven, exposed brick wall
• Den (carpeting)
• Outside Exit

Mechanical – new water line, gas forced air heat, window air conditioner, 40-gallon gas water heater

The home needs updating and cosmetic repairs.

TITLE:
The property is sold free and clear of liens, subject to an annual $54 ground rent, payable half-yearly on the 21st days of May and November, in each and every year. Baltimore City Deed Book 2083, Page 568.

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $4,033, based on a full value assessment of $170,900. 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.

Live Auction Bidders – A $15,000 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. Personal checks for the difference in the 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 due by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction at the auctioneers 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, 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” 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. A 5% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price.

Estate of Robert A. Filipiak, Sr.