239 W Lafayette Ave Baltimore, MD 21217
Bolton Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,144/month
Total Views
7,154
6
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,468
Sq Ft
$173
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- 0.04 Acre Lot
- Dual Staircase
- City View
- Open Floorplan
- 2-minute walk to Mosher Street Park
About This Home
Fantastic opportunity to own a fully renovated, light-filled Victorian townhouse in Bolton Hill Baltimore, one of the city’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods. Currently set up as two units, by simply opening up two doors, you have a single family again. This turn-key multi-family investment property is currently configured as two spacious, bi-level apartments, offering incredible flexibility: live in one unit and rent the other, accommodate multi-generational living, or easily convert it back to a single-family home. Renovated in 2018, this Bolton Hill home for sale includes updated plumbing, electric, HVAC, kitchens, bathrooms, and structural upgrades including a new rear parking pad, privacy gate, and elevated wraparound deck. Both units were freshly painted in 2025 and are ready for immediate occupancy.
Apartment #1 spans the first and part of the second floor and features a large open living and dining area with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, decorative mantel, and hardwood floors. A spacious bedroom suite includes an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The main level also includes a half bath and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, white shaker cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. A private staircase leads to a luxurious second-level primary suite with Italian tile bath, sitting room or home office, and access to a private wraparound deck. Delivered vacant; most recent rent was $2,230/month.
Apartment #2 occupies the second and third floors and includes a large living room, modern eat-in kitchen, full hall bath, bedroom, and in-unit laundry. The top floor offers three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Delivered vacant; most recent rent was $2,525/month.
A full unfinished basement offers ample storage and garden access. Windows are original (as-is) with storm coverings.
This historic Bolton Hill property includes a beautifully landscaped, gated rear garden with space for one-car off-street parking. Located in the Midtown Special Benefits District, the home benefits from a CHAP tax credit of approximately $2,000/year through 2029 and is subject to an annual surcharge of $594.60. Buyer to verify all tax information.
Enjoy life in one of Baltimore’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods. Bolton Hill is beloved for its architecture, community events, and cultural proximity. Walk to local restaurants like CookHouse, Foraged, Alma Cocina Latina, and Le Comptoir du Vin. Grab coffee at On the Hill Cafe, catch a show at The Lyric or the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, or see a film at The Charles Theater. You're just minutes to Penn Station (MARC to DC, Amtrak to Philly & NYC), the Light Rail to BWI, and I-83 for easy access to downtown Baltimore and surrounding areas.
Any questions about the neighborhood, contact the listing agent is a long time resident of Bolton Hill and owner of CookHouse and On the Hill Cafe.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,631
Year Built
- Built in 1880 | Remodeled in 2018
Lot Details
- 1,800 Sq Ft Lot
- Historic Home
- Property is in excellent condition
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,468 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 4 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Dual Staircase
- Crown Molding
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Frame Window
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- City Views
- Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Up Access
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Front Loading Dryer
- Front Loading Washer
Home Security
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Rented or Permit Required
- Parking Space Conveys
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Patio
- Wrap Around Porch
Schools
- Mount Royal Elementary-Middle School
- Mount Royal Middle School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 022
- Assessor Parcel Number 0311050401 022
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Bolton Hill Historic District Subdivision
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,520 | $468,500 | $100,000 | $368,500 |
| 2024 | $8,520 | $450,467 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $8,500 | $432,433 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $8,520 | $414,400 | $100,000 | $314,400 |
| 2021 | $9,620 | $407,633 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $8,505 | $400,867 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $8,457 | $394,100 | $100,000 | $294,100 |
| 2018 | $8,879 | $376,233 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $8,457 | $358,367 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $9,121 | $340,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $9,121 | $340,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $9,121 | $340,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -4.2% | $173 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | For Sale | $625,000 | 0.0% | $180 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2021 04/04/21 | Rented | $2,300 | +4.5% | -- |
| 03/30/2021 03/30/21 | For Rent | $2,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/01/2017 12/01/17 | Sold | $335,000 | +11.7% | $97 / Sq Ft |
| 11/12/2017 11/12/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2017 11/08/17 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $86 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $335,000 | Title Resources Guaranty Co | |
| Deed | $375,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $142,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $119,700 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $119,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: MDBA2173132
APN: 0401-022
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