Looking for charm and character? Look no further than 5508 South Bend Road. It has everything you are looking for and more. This 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath, + den home is perfect. Move in ready, this spacious light infused home is freshly painted, recently refinished wood floors and, and is no cookie cutter! From the moment you walk up the steps - you will feel at home. This wonderful Mount Washington home checks all the boxes and is perfect for entertaining! Nothing is better than sitting on your back deck, sipping coffee, reading a book or simply relaxing. The house is located on a gorgeous tree-lined street. It is perfect for entertaining given the multiple spaces for engaging with friends both inside and out. The living room is spacious and yet at the same time, cozy, warm and inviting, and filled with natural light. It also boasts a wood burning fireplace to enjoy this winter. The dining room has all the space you need for large family dinners and parties. Right off the dining room you find a gourmet updated kitchen which includes stainless steel appliances, and all the cabinets and counter space you need as well as a gas stove. The den or second living room is at the back of the house and is located across from the kitchen. Right off of the kitchen you will find a ½ bath, so guests don’t have to go upstairs. The deck off the kitchen is perfect for grilling and having dinners with friends, it is a space you will want to hang out late into the night. The spacious backyard is ready for late night conversations around the firepit, gardening, playing games and has enough space for your dog(s) to roam. The upper level includes 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. All bedrooms have wood floors and gorgeous light. The primary bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom. Basement can be a storage area, workspace, workout area and utility space. The house is a block away from Northwest Park and a quick walk to downtown Mount Washington which touts restaurants like the Abbey Burger, Crepe du Jour, Ethel's Kitchen and the Mt. Washington Tavern, as well as salons/spas, massage places, etc. It only takes a few minutes to drive or bike to the Mount Washington Whole Foods, Cylburn Arboretum, and Lake Roland Park. There is a great neighborhood playground (Northwest Park) that also hosts a neighborhood Sunday Farmers Market - a short walk away and the Mount Washington Pool is super close, easy to walk or ride your bike too! It is about 10 minutes from Johns Hopkins University, and it takes about 15 minutes to get downtown. It's convenient for commuters to the Johns Hopkins Medical Institute, and only about a mile away from a free shuttle that takes you directly to the Johns Hopkins Hospital area. A new trail and walkable streets connect you to all of the above.
Great value in awesome Mt Washington location. Lots of charm & updates here! Main level offers gracious living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, newly renovated kitchen with adjoining family room. You must see this awesome kitchen - great layout, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. Half bath & laundry on main level as well. Upper level features four bedrooms (one bedroom is actually two rooms, one of which is walk through) and two full bathrooms, one of which master bathroom. Dry basement great for storage. Central air & radiator heat. Fabulous large rear yard & off street parking. This house shows really well - a real spring treat! Garage across alley "as is"
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,136
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baltimore City
APN
27 174706 017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R-1-E
Detached Residential District
The R-1E Detached Residential Zoning District is intended for neighborhoods of detached dwellings located on lots of at least 9,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Park & open space
Mar 28, 2026 • Final
One and two family combo
Perform exterior alterations to replace a patio door in an existing opening. All work will be completed according to city code.
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Off Street, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Self Cleaning, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Cooktop - Down Draft, Oven - Single
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Mantel(s), Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 918
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $263,900
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Screens, Double Pane
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Building Not Winterized
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Street Lights
Fencing: Rear, Wire, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $103,400
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,836
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 618
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 300
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $7,079
County Tax: $353
Tax Assessed Value: $341,100
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $7,432
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: W. Rogers
Directions: Directions from 83 use Northern Parkway exit. Right onto Greenspring Avenue. Right onto West Rogers Ave. Left onto South Bend Road. House is on the left.
Municipality: Baltimore City
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,136
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Baltimore City
APN: 27 174706 017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
The Mount Washington School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Western High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6/10 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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$603,000 – $730,000
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