Sales comparison approach using recent sales of similar properties in Harlem Park. Adjusted for renovation status and lot size. Assessed value of $13,000 appears below market.
Partially Renovated 3‑Story Townhouse in Harlem Park
1027 Brantley Avenue is a three‑story, brick rowhouse in Baltimore’s Harlem Park built in 1900. The property sits on a 980‑sqft lot with approximately 14 feet of frontage on Brantley Avenue. Documented improvements show the house is partially renovated and framed to accommodate three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bath, and a third‑floor loft—conditions that make it a hands‑on opportunity for investors or contractors comfortable completing renovations on an older structure.
Interior and structural notes describe a property in poor condition with an unfinished basement, forced‑air heating, a working fireplace, and no central cooling. The improvement record specifically lists framing completed for the bedrooms, baths and loft; gross building area is not provided. Key due diligence items flagged in the research include verifying the structural integrity of a 1900‑era building, confirming the extent of the existing renovation work, and checking whether permits were obtained for the completed framing and any mechanical upgrades.
The property is recorded as vacant and owned by a company (likely an LLC), with on‑street parking only. Zoning is R‑8 (Rowhouse Residential District), which permits single‑ and multi‑family residential use among other community uses in Baltimore. Public utilities are municipal water and sewer, and electric and gas service are supplied by Baltimore Gas & Electric. The most recent assessed total value is listed at $13,000 (assessment year 2025), and sale history includes purchases in 2008 and 2010; a sales‑comparison valuation estimates a current market range between $50,000 and $70,000.
Location context favors transit and city amenities: Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School is about 0.2 miles away, Upton Metro Station 0.5 miles, Lexington Market roughly 1.2 miles, and Druid Hill Park approximately 1.5 miles. Market data in the area describe a buyer’s market with moderate inventory (about 3.5 months), average days on market near 60, and measured appreciation in recent years. Comparable lease activity on the block shows 3‑bed rentals achieving roughly $1,150–$1,200 per month in 2025, and the property’s rental estimate is documented at $1,200 monthly with a reported gross rental yield figure in the research. Given the property’s vacancy, partially completed renovations, and location in a neighborhood undergoing revitalization, next steps should include a licensed inspection, permit review, and a detailed renovation budget before finalizing acquisition plans.
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Comparable sales
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- Same year built
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- Same year built
A 1900 conventional on 0.02 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Harlem Park
Researched nearby locations
Location
1027 Brantley Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21217
Harlem Park is an urban neighborhood in West Baltimore undergoing revitalization and attracting investor interest. The block offers a mix of residential and commercial uses with convenient access to public transit—Upton Metro Station is about 0.5 miles away—and neighborhood anchors such as Harlem Park Elementary/Middle, Lexington Market, and Druid Hill Park within roughly 1.2–1.5 miles. School ratings are mixed across the district, and household incomes in the immediate area are below citywide medians, supporting demand for affordable housing and rental conversions. Proximity to downtown Baltimore makes the neighborhood practical for commuters and investors focused on inner‑city redevelopment.
Druid Hill Park is about 1.5 miles away, and the neighborhood offers local parks and green space within walking distance, providing outdoor recreation options near the property.
A factual market snapshot around 1027 Brantley Avenue.
Rowhouse Residential District
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family
- Multi Family
- Religious Facility
- Educational/School
- Park & Open Space
Assessment data and recorded transactions.
Assessed value is kept visually separate from the CompCasa market-value estimate.
Tax assessment
Sale history
Rental references from the research record.
Context only—not an investment recommendation or guarantee of achievable rent.
Supporting lease references
- 0.5 fewer bathrooms
- 1 fewer bathroom
What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- Assessed value of $13,000; significantly below market estimates.
- Last sold in 2010 for $37,000; current estimated value around $60,000.
- Zoned R-8, allowing for single-family and multi-family residential use.
- Proximity to amenities like Druid Hill Park and Lexington Market.
- Mixed school ratings; alternative educational options may be considered.
Still worth verifying
Routine buyer due diligence items; these are not known defects.
- Confirm structural integrity and extent of existing renovations
- Verify necessary permits for renovation completion
- Assess neighborhood development plans and potential impact on property value
- Evaluate potential rental income post-renovation
- Review zoning regulations for any restrictions on property use
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- Partially renovated; framed for 3 bedrooms
- Framed for 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
- Framed third‑floor loft
- Three stories
- Unfinished basement
- Forced‑air heating
- Fireplace present
- No central cooling
- Condition listed as poor / renovation needed
Sources & research confidence.
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