$649,000

1206 John St Baltimore, MD 21217

$7,707
Closing credit¹
6 beds
2 full, 2 partial
3,240 sqft
0.08 acres
$200 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1206 John St

The Best of Bolton Hill! An absolute dreamy, expansive offering with SIX bedrooms and high ceilings, 1206 John Street’s original details have been meticulously preserved. Irreplaceable and priceless original details! Natural and magical light throughout from a skylight shaft and original, wavy glass windows. Original millwork and stairs, fireplace mantles, pocket doors, functioning transom windows, curved plaster walls, butler’s pantry turned half bath, and a surprise, built-in cocktail nook make this home exceptional. Restored and preserved by the previous owner, one of Baltimore’s premier heritage and preservationists, and lovingly brought to life with the current owners. ⁣ ⁣ Designer and Instagram worthy touches include Benjamin Moore Newburg Green dining room, custom wallpaper in the art room / office, a writer’s nook overlooking the light shaft with windows opening from each level, and a view of Baltimore’s ICONIC gingerbread block across the street. ⁣ ⁣ Recent updates include upper level laundry, energy updated to gas and oil tank removed, roof maintenance, and a blue stone English terrace with covered outdoor space for dining al fresco or napping in the middle of the city’s bustle. The home is in lower Bolton Hill – the closest you can get to all mass transportation and Mt. Vernon – perfect for local and DC commuters! ⁣ ⁣ *6 Fireplaces total are decorative and sold AS-IS. Owners utilized the front parlor room wood-burning fireplace – this fireplace is also sold AS-IS.* The Property is located in a CHAP (Com. for Historical and Architectural Preservation) historic district within Baltimore City. *The Property is subject to the Midtown Special Benefits Tax*⁣ ⁣ Central to the cultural arts district, top restaurants, and Penn Station for NYC and DC access, 1206 John St mirrors art and design influences of a central city life. A stone’s throw from Bolton Swim and Tennis Club! A close-knit block, neighbors spend time stooping, walking to nearby Park Avenue fountains or John Street Park or for a communal greenspace, annual pumpkin carving, and free summer concerts. Enjoy restaurants The Tilted Row, Llama’s Corner, Cookhouse, On the Hill Cafe, Brass Tap and Angeli’s or nearby Station North which continues to come alive with recent additions such as Alma Cocina Latina, Foraged, Le Comptoir du Vin, The Royal Blue and mainstays such as Charles Theater and Tapas Teatro. Blocks from Mt. Vernon, BSO, The Lyric, I-83, Light Rail, Metro, and Penn Station.⁣

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingRadiant, Baseboard
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingZoned, Central Air
Size3,240 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #MDBA2160456
FireplaceMantel(s), Non-Functioning, Wood
ViewCity

Summary

  • MLS Number: MDBA2160456
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (443) 873-3585
  • Listing Agent: Kelly N. Knock
  • Agent Phone: (443) 906-0482
  • Agent Email: kelly.knock@compass.com

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dining room featuring ornamental molding, baseboards, a chandelier, and wood finished floors

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1206 John St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 01, 2017
Home Sold
$460,000
Apr 05, 2001
Home Sold
$195,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$515,100$9,429
2023$496,800$9,429
2022$478,500$11,292
2021$431,500$7,965
2020$384,500$7,235
2019$337,500$7,255
2018$337,500$7,371
2017$337,500$7,447

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Eutaw-Marshburn Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

1624 Eutaw Pl

4

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

507 W Preston St

3

Dallas F. Nicholas, Sr. Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

201 E 21st St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,871. The most common annual income of people living in Baltimore, MD is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

45%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

78%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
59%
18-34 yrs old
26%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • ToyotaToyota
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1206 John St

This home is located at 1206 John St in Baltimore, MD and zip code 21201 in the Central neighborhood. This 3,240 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,000.

While more than 145 listings in Baltimore, MD in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 120 listings sold at asking price, and more than 167 were sold below. The number of listings in Baltimore, MD increased by 34.6% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 53 days, the median list price was $233,313.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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