"Thornleigh"

Live Auction Bidders – 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 by 12:00 P.M., Monday, December 19, 2022 at the Auctioneer’s office.

Online Auction Bidders – a 10% deposit, payable by cashier’s check or wire transfer, will be required of the purchaser by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction, at the Auctioneer’s 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 or see the Sample Contract.

Featuring Live & Online Simulcast Bidding
– $250,000 Opening Bid –

THORNLEIGH

RANCH HOME
– On 0.23± Acre –

Featuring:
● Corner Lot with Fenced Yard and Parking ●
● First Floor Primary Suite ●
● Great Ruxton-Riderwood Area Location ●

Known As
8309 THORNTON ROAD
Corner Landon Road
Towson, Baltimore County, MD 21204

Online Bidding Opens
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2022

Live Onsite Auction
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2022
AT 12:00 NOON

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:
8309 Thornton Road is located in the Thornleigh subdivision in the Towson area of Baltimore County. The surrounding area is interchangeably referred to as Riderwood, Ruxton, Lutherville and West Towson. Whichever name is used, the location is exceedingly convenient. Proximity to major commuter routes, including the Baltimore Beltway and I-83, coupled with ease of access to shopping, dining and recreational opportunities make the location ideal for a wide variety of residents. Originally developed in the 1950’s, Thornleigh features approximately 600 homes of varying styles, most of which have been substantially updated and often expanded from their original layout. The Valley Country Club is situated just two blocks east of the property. According to the Baltimore County Public Schools website, nearby schools are Riderwood Elementary (only 0.5 mi.), Dumbarton Middle and Towson High. A number of private schools are also nearby, including the St. Pauls Schools, Loyola Blakefield and The Park School.

For more information about the area, please visit:
Baltimore County Government – www.baltimorecountymd.gov
Baltimore County Public Schools – www.bcps.org

SITE:
Lot size – 0.234 acre, according to public tax records

Known as lot 7, block L, as shown on the Plat of “Thornleigh, Plat One, Section One” and formerly “Valley Green,” recorded among the land records of Baltimore County at Liber GLB 23, folio 26.

Plat

The mostly rectangular lot fronts approximately 80′ on Thornton Road and 100′ along Landon Road. Curb cut and asphalt driveway and parking area from Landon Road. Fenced rear yard and outbuilding with power. Planter beds and tidy landscaping.

All public utilities.

Zoned DR 3.5 Residential

IMPROVEMENTS:
Ranch home – constructed in 1975, containing 1,692 square feet of living area above grade and partially finished basement. The home features a 3 season room, wood floors, fireplace and central air conditioning. The property is further described as follows:

Exterior:

• Frame construction
• Masonry block foundation
• Vinyl siding and brick facade
• Asphalt shingle roof
• Vinyl clad replacement windows
• Aluminum downspouts and gutters

Interior:

• Entry foyer – tile floor
• Living room and dining room “L” – wood floors, fireplace
• Kitchen with table space – tile floor, pass-through to dining room
• Bedroom – wood floor
• Bedroom – wood floor
• Hall Bath – ceramic tile floor, dual vanity, shower/tub combo
• Primary bedroom suite – wood floor, 2 closets, en-suite ceramic tile half-bath (formerly full)
• Basement club room – tile floor and paneling
• Laundry/utility area

Utilities/Mechanical – Gas fired boiler (baseboard heat), CAC, french drain and sump pump (basement)

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

TAXES:
Published annual real estate taxes are $4,556.04 (including special assessments for water and sewer service) based on a full value tax assessment of $321,400.

SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
Live Auction Bidders – 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 by 12:00 P.M., Monday, December 19, 2022 at the Auctioneer’s office.

Online Auction Bidders – a 10% deposit, payable by cashier’s check or wire transfer, will be required of the purchaser by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction, at the Auctioneer’s 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 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 settlement. 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 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. Exclusion: the Generac generator is excluded from the sale and will be removed prior to settlement. A 5% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price.