Falls Road Corridor--Steeped in history and thoughtfully reimagined for today’s lifestyle, this exceptional cottage, originally built in 1900 and beautifully renovated in 2026, offers a rare blend of timeless character and modern luxury. Nestled on a picturesque homesite in one of Lutherville-Timonium’s most desirable locations, this captivating 3-4 bedroom residence is a private sanctuary where historic charm meets sophisticated design. Inside, classic architectural details are seamlessly paired with stylish contemporary finishes, creating warm, inviting spaces ideal for both everyday living and elegant entertaining. The flexible floor plan offers the option of a fourth bedroom, private home office, or guest suite, adapting effortlessly to your lifestyle. Surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping, the property provides a peaceful retreat just moments from Meadowood Park, where scenic walking trails and open green spaces invite daily strolls, morning jogs, or relaxing evenings immersed in nature. Perfectly positioned for both convenience and leisure, you’ll enjoy easy access to the upscale shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences of Greenspring Station and The Shops at Cross Keys. With I-83 and the Baltimore Beltway just minutes away, commuting to downtown Baltimore, Towson, Hunt Valley, and surrounding areas is effortless. Ideal for those looking to transition from Baltimore City or more crowed locations to a more serene and private setting, this remarkable home offers the best of both worlds—a tranquil lifestyle with the convenience of an exceptional location. Rich in history, beautifully renovated, and ready for its next chapter, this one-of-a-kind cottage is a rare opportunity to own a piece of the past while enjoying all the comforts of modern living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$369Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Paul Sudano• Monument Sotheby's International Realty
•443-708-7074 (broker)
Listed by Regina Trakhtman• Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $3,948 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 521 Brightfield Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #MDBC2171120
Sep 11, 2026
Sold
$650,000
$369/sq ft
Aug 5, 2026
Contingent
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Jul 29, 2026
Listed
$650,000
$369/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDBC2162996
Jul 27, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jun 27, 2026
Price Changed
$669,000
$380/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$395/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Listed
$700,000
$398/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #MDBC2119644
Jul 18, 2025
Sold
$255,000
$145/sq ft
Jun 11, 2025
Pending
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Jun 4, 2025
Relisted
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Jun 3, 2025
Listing Removed
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May 27, 2025
Listed
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May 16, 2025
Coming Soon
$249,990
$142/sq ft
+11
Live authentically. Circa 1900. Cultivate your vision here. A welcome opportunity to be near it all with an oasis right out your back door. Let the sounds of the river soothe you. Explore all along the river bank and enjoy the music of nature. Potential to expand or start over. .. bring your builder and unleash your dreams. Verizon Fios Internet. Cultivate your existence. The art of uniting human and home.
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Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baltimore County
APN
04091900006816
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Last updated by owner on May 16, 2025.
DR 1
Density Residential, 1.0 dwelling unit per acre
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-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Research & development
Public service
Educational/school
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Asphalt Driveway, Gravel Driveway, Private
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
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, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, ENERGY STAR Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Flooring Type: Vinyl
Interior Features: Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Room Information
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Upper Floor, Washer In Unit
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 880
Improvement Assessed Value: $124,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2026
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built, Stone
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Shingle, Wood
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Flood Plain, Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, SideYard(s), Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $150,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,760
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 880
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $3,306
Tax Assessed Value: $272,733
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $3,306
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Central
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: This house really is a "hidden gem" and can be hard to find. To get there, search for 521 Brightfield Rd in your GPS. Drive along Brightfield Rd and when it looks like the road ends (it will look like a cul de sac circle and there is a driveway into an ALS to the right), KEEP DRIVING STRAIGHT. If you look carefully, you will see the gravel driveway going straight on the road. Once you get past the treeline you will be able to see the house. Very private! Just do NOT turn into the driveway at the right when you get to the end of Brightfield Rd; keep driving straight. This house has two driveways: -The main asphalt driveway in front of the house -To the right side of the house, there is also a small gravel driveway (the flagstone pathway leads to that one)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Baltimore County
APN: 04091900006816
Home facts updated by county records on May 16, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Riderwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Dumbarton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
8/10
Towson High Law & Public Policy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% 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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Historical weather
Timonium, MD • 21093
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Sun exposure
12/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$602,000 – $729,000
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