Welcome to 5309 Catalpha Road, a beautifully refreshed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath gem tucked on a quiet, welcoming Hamilton street. Freshly painted and thoughtfully upgraded, this move‑in‑ready home shines with an open floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors, tray ceilings, stylish lighting, and recessed lighting throughout. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and a stunning waterfall quartz countertop that anchors the space. Major system upgrades completed in 2022 include the roof, furnace, HVAC, AC unit, and water heater, offering peace of mind for years to come. The finished lower level provides flexible additional living space along with a dedicated laundry area. Outside, enjoy private off‑street parking, an updated parking pad, a drywalled shed with electricity perfect for storage or projects, and a fully-fenced backyard offering privacy and space for outdoor enjoyment. A fully paid‑off Vivant alarm system conveys for added convenience and security. This is truly a special home in the heart of Hamilton. Go see the rest, then come see the best that Hamilton has to offer. Be prepared to fall in love.
Hamilton Hills, located between Harford Road and Herring Run Park, is a residential and park-adjacent Baltimore neighborhood with leafy blocks and classic brick rowhomes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Harford Road corridor near Echodale Avenue, where corner carryouts, longtime taverns, and small storefronts set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Hamilton Tavern and Zeke’s Coffee anchor local routines, while the Senator Theatre in nearby Northwood adds a marquee cultural stop. Side streets mix early-20th-century porches, tidy front gardens, and deep backyards. Trails and ballfields at Herring Run Park shape daily movement, from dog walks to weekend pickup games. A short drive north, the shops and studios of Hamilton-Lauraville keep the calendar filled with markets and community events.
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Market insights
5309 Catalpha Rd · $415,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 41 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.3%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$415,000
Median sale price in this area is $349,036. (16% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
24% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the upper level
One bedroom on the lower level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms on the upper level
One full bathroom on the lower level
One half bathroom on the main level
Three full bathrooms total
One half bathroom total
Kitchen
Stove
Laundry & utility
Laundry in the basement
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
90% forced air heating
Natural gas heat
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Full, fully finished basement with heat, outside entrance, windows, and sump pump
Home design
Detached structure
Excellent condition
Effective remodel/major renovation in 2026
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Architectural shingle roof
Other foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Truly Amazing one of a kind 4 Bedroom 3 and half Bath home with private driveway. This home is waiting for you. Home is loaded with lots of extra's. All new Stainless Steel appliance's, new cabinets, Breakfast bar with a waterfall quartz counter top, recessed lighting. You will enjoy the open floor plan on the main level with all new windows, Hardwood floors, lighting, new Architectural roof, new Siding, New HVAC and the list goes on! Lower level completely finished with family room and Laundry room with new washer and dryer. Shed is drywalled and has electric. Don't wait on the gem it will not last long!
BRIGHT MLS #MDBA2009936
Sep 20, 2021
Sold
$140,000
$51/sq ft
Aug 27, 2021
Pending
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Aug 24, 2021
Listed
$150,000
$54/sq ft
+26
Do not miss out on this great investment opportunity! Being sold strictly As Is. Seller will not make any repairs. 3 bedroom /1 bathroom home. Beautiful wood floors in living room, dining room and all bedrooms. New gas water heater in March of 2021. Fenced backyard with potential for parking.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,533 (+0.2%)
2025
$7,522 (+0.9%)
2024
$7,452 (+2.1%)
2023
$7,296 (+128.8%)
$51,200 + $299,000
$350,200
2022
$3,189 (+10.1%)
2021
$2,896 (+1.2%)
2020
$2,861 (+1.8%)
$51,200 + $81,300
$132,500
2019
$2,810 (−0.5%)
2018
$2,823 (+1,475.4%)
$51,200 + $76,700
$127,900
2017
$179 (−94.2%)
$51,200 + $76,700
$127,900
2015
$3,065 (−13.2%)
$51,200 + $78,700
$129,900
2013
$3,532
2012
$3,532
2011
$3,532 (−4.0%)
2010
$3,679
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,246 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,772
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,772
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baltimore City
APN
27 275389 018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R-3
Detached Residential District
The R-3 Detached Residential Zoning District is intended for neighborhoods of detached dwellings located on lots of at least 5,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Park & open space
Feb 1, 2026 • Final
One and two family combo
Replace the exterior sewer line, which includes necessary digging and excavation.
Plumbing
Feb 1, 2025 • Final
One and two family combo
Install a new fence with a gate at the driveway on the rear of the property. All fencing and footer work will be completed within the private property lines according to local building codes.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Redfin Estimate for 5309 Catalpha Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $305,000 and $462,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $305K to $462K.