Estimated using sales comparison with similar properties sold recently in Charles Village. No significant luxury features observed to adjust further.
1920 Semi‑Detached Home with Recent Renovations in Charles Village
Located on East 23rd Street in Baltimore’s Charles Village, this semi‑detached, wood‑frame home dates to 1920 and offers a mix of period character and recent interior updates. The property provides approximately 1,500 square feet across two stories, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Its standard city lot—about 2,500 square feet—places the house on a level parcel with typical frontage on East 23rd Street.
Interior improvements documented in the research include hardwood floors and a recently refurbished kitchen, along with updated utilities. The home is served by central air conditioning and forced‑air heating; an unfinished basement provides storage and scope for future work. The composite shingle roof and general condition are noted as “good,” reflecting recent renovation activity that has modernized systems while retaining the building’s early‑20th‑century footprint.
On‑site access is from East 23rd Street and parking is primarily street‑based; the property’s parking notes indicate one estimated street space. Ownership records show the current owners, James and Lisa Johnson, purchased the property in 2020 and occupy it as their primary residence. For investors or owner‑occupants considering rental potential, market rental modeling estimates monthly rent at roughly $1,600 (about $1.07 per square foot), with research noting strong rental demand in the area because of proximity to Johns Hopkins University.
Charles Village’s mix of residential and commercial activity, nearby parks, and institutional anchors underpin steady local demand. Zoning is R‑6 (rowhouse residential), which supports single‑family use and also allows duplexes and accessory dwelling units under local regulations—offering flexibility for certain buyers. The immediate market shows roughly three months of inventory and an average of about 45 days on market, while longer‑term data indicate neighborhood appreciation over recent years. Buyers and investors should still verify property specifics with primary records and a professional inspection, particularly given the home’s 1920 construction date and typical urban parking limits.
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Comparable sales
- Same living area
- Similar lot size
- 5 years newer
- Same living area
- Similar lot size
- 2 years older
A 1920 semi detached on 0.06 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Charles Village
Researched nearby locations
Location
502 East 23rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
Charles Village combines a mix of historic residential fabric and nearby commercial corridors, with Greenmount Avenue roughly 0.2 miles away. The neighborhood is within easy reach of Johns Hopkins University (about 2 miles) and Wyman Park Dell (about 1 mile), offering cultural and outdoor amenities. Local schools referenced in research include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women, and Barclay Elementary; the area is part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Adjacent uses are residential and commercial, creating an active urban setting favored by students, faculty, and long‑term residents.
Wyman Park Dell is about one mile away and provides nearby green space and walking trails; additional local parks and campus open spaces are within short driving or biking distance.
A factual market snapshot around 502 East 23rd Street.
Rowhouse Residential
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family
- Duplex
- Accessory Dwelling Unit
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
- Same living area
What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- Property last sold for $180,000 in 2020.
- Currently assessed at $200,000.
- Zoned R-6, allowing for residential and light commercial use.
- Located 2 miles from Johns Hopkins University.
Still worth verifying
Routine buyer due diligence items; these are not known defects.
- Confirm lot dimensions and boundaries
- Verify recent renovation permits
- Review zoning and land use restrictions
- Professional home inspection for structural review
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Approximately 1,500 sq ft (gross building area)
- Hardwood floors
- Recently refurbished kitchen
- Updated utilities
- Central air conditioning
- Forced‑air heating
- Unfinished basement
- Two stories
- Composite shingle roof
- Wood‑frame construction (built 1920)
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