Nestled in the charming Back River community, this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom traditional home offers a wonderful blend of character and comfort. Built in 1924, and still owned by the original family it carries a timeless charm that makes you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Situated on nearly half an acre, consisting of two separate lots, the spacious space is truly a standout feature, offering endless possibilities for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining, or exploring the potential for future development. With the size and flexibility of the property, there is an opportunity to add or build an additional home creating incredible value for investors or homeowners looking to establish generational wealth. The value is in the land! The home is well maintained, full of potential, and ready for your personal touch. The detached garage and private driveway add everyday convenience, making coming and going a breeze. Enjoy a welcoming community with nearby parks and local amenities just minutes away. Whether you're looking to settle into a charming home, expand your investment portfolio, or create something uniquely yours, this property offers the perfect blend of warmth, space, and opportunity. Come experience all it has to offer!
The D.R. zoning classifications are established, pursuant to the legislative findings set forth above, in order to: Foster a greater variety in housing types within future residential developments; Allow more feasible preservation of natural features and induce the reservation of ample and more suitably designed open spaces and parks, in order to better satisfy the needs of residents without economic disadvantage to developers; Allow greater flexibility in subdivision-development planning and provide for the inducement of more creative as well as more economic approaches to residential development, with the goal of desirable and distinctive identity and character of individual residential locales; Provide the means to satisfy differing housing-market requirements without rezoning, and thus without disruptive changes in density potential; Provide for the application of residential zoning classifications in a manner more nearly in accord with comprehensive plans and comprehensive-planning goals and Provide greater certainty about dwelling types and densities within existing communities with the goal of conserving and maintaining these areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Research & development
Public service
Educational / school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $117,300
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Mixed
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $84,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,055
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $2,263
Tax Assessed Value: $201,300
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $2,263
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: GPS
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Baltimore County
APN: 15 1512740370
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Essex Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Stemmers Run Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Kenwood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
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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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Essex, MD • 21221
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$282,000 – $342,000
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