Welcome to 5 Cardinal Road, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick townhome tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Essex. Combining modern updates with timeless charm, this move-in-ready home offers three finished levels of comfortable living space in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, parks, major commuter routes, I-695, I-95, and the Baltimore waterfront. The main level features beautiful finished hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, a separate formal dining room, and an updated kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. Step outside onto the rear wood deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard, providing the perfect space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor activities. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The finished lower level offers additional living space with luxury vinyl plank flooring, a full bathroom with a stand-up shower, and endless possibilities for a family room, recreation room, home office, gym, or guest space. Additional highlights include a welcoming covered front porch, brick exterior, and a thoughtfully updated interior that still maintains plenty of character. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful Essex home your own—schedule your private tour today!
For sale
Price cut: $5.1K (8/21)
$249,900
5 Cardinal Rd, Baltimore, MD 21221
3beds
1,868sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1953
1,872 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$134/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick exteriorQuiet cul-de-sac in essexRear wood deckFully fenced backyardStainless steel appliancesSeparate formal dining roomAmple cabinet space
- 45 days |
- 536 |
- 45 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Luke Skovira 443-987-0795,
Cummings & Co. Realtors (410) 823-0033,
Listing Team: The Skovira Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2169320
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 812
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dryer, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Recessed Lighting, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Full,Rear Entrance,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,980
- Total interior livable area: 1,868 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,168
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Aluminum
Lot
- Size: 1,872 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04151519610620
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Essex
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Baltimore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $134/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $161,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,816
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $249,900-2%$134/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDBC2169320 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000+292.3%$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2169320 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2022 | Sold | $65,000$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,784 +65.5% | $149,867 +8% |
| 2024 | $1,681 +8.7% | $138,733 +8.7% |
| 2023 | $1,547 +2.8% | $127,600 |
| 2022 | $1,505 +2.8% | $127,600 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $1,463 +2.9% | $120,733 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $1,422 +2.7% | $117,300 |
| 2019 | $1,384 +2.8% | $117,300 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $1,346 +2.9% | $111,033 +2.9% |
| 2017 | $1,308 -12.3% | $107,900 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $1,491 | $106,767 +1.1% |
| 2015 | $1,491 | $105,633 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $1,491 | $104,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $104,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $104,500 -27.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $144,400 +5.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $136,596 +6.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $128,753 +6.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $120,910 +11.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $108,116 +13.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $95,323 +15.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,530 +4.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $78,802 +5% |
| 2003 | -- | $75,076 +5.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $71,350 +0.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $71,106 |
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Neighborhood: 21221
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Mars Estates Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Stemmers Run Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Kenwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Baltimore County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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