Welcome to 517 W Joppa Road —the historic Newton Allen House, a stunning single-family home built in 1907 by Maryland State Senator Newton Allen. This detached West Towson residence offers an expansive 3,750 square feet of living space, blending timeless elegance with modern comfort, and benefiting from over $400,000 in recent renovations by Delbert Adams Construction Group and Sunnyfields. The home features five spacious bedrooms and a sixth smaller bedroom with its own balcony -ideal for a home office. Three and a half bathrooms, including a luxurious primary en suite with two vanities, heated towel bar, walk in shower and jetted tub, as well as a new third floor bath by Delbert Adams. A convenient, dedicated laundry room on the second floor enhances the practicality of this exceptional home. Hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors and new carpet on the redesigned third floor. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a charming foyer that leads to an open and inviting layout. The first floor has three large rooms for entertaining. A formal living room, a large den with a fireplace, and a formal dining room, with wine fridge and built in bar is ideal for hosting elegant dinners by the fireplace. The bright sunny kitchen and rear sunporch have direct access to the new patio out back. An additional rear staircase provides convenient access from the kitchen to the second floor. Recent renovations have dramatically enhanced this exquisite property. The exterior boasts a newly paved driveway with a convenient Chargepoint EV charger. Professionally redesigned front yard landscaping by Natural Concerns including a fast growing privacy hedge (3' a year!). A brand-new wrap around front porch, complete with a deck and ceilings, welcomes you home. Inside, the entire third floor has undergone a total transformation, now featuring two beautifully appointed bedrooms, a reading nook, and a full bathroom with walk in shower and a secret door to a hidden room beyond! All new ceiling fans have been installed throughout the house for optimal comfort. The rear of the property offers a newly installed patio and steps leading to the kitchen door, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Central air conditioning and heating ensure comfort throughout the year. The full basement presents ample storage and customization opportunities. It includes a ground level walk out and a rear space with windows ready for your gardening table and tools. 517 W Joppa Rd offers a unique opportunity to own a property that combines timeless history with modern amenities in the heart of Towson.
For sale
Price cut: $14.9K (8/4)
$985,000
517 W Joppa Rd, Towson, MD 21204
6beds
3,758sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
0.28 Acres Lot
$965,700 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Built in barNew patioNewly installed patioFull basementHardwood floorsNewly paved drivewayFormal dining room
- 85 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 10:42am
Listed by:
Tracey Clark 202-489-7778,
Compass (443) 873-3585,
Co-Listing Agent: Kelly N. Knock 443-906-0482,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDBC2128538

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1535
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Wine Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Workshop,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,293
- Total interior livable area: 3,758 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,758
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Circular Driveway, Asphalt, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.00 x
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 04090913856680
- Zoning: DR 3.5
- Zoning description: Zone Description: Density Residential; 3.5 Units/Acre Intent: Density Residential; 3.5 Units/Acre
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Towson
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Towson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $576,200
- Annual tax amount: $6,932
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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