309 E 30th St, Baltimore, MD 21218

A standout property in the heart of Charles Village has come on the market! Anyone wanting to experience the vibrancy and vitality of one of Baltimore's premier neighborhoods will want to consider owning this completely renovated and meticulously maintained townhouse. Classic features adorn the house, including built-in shelving throughout, striking centerpiece hutch with leaded- glass doors and beveled mirror in the living room, gleaming refinished oak and pine floors, and massive windows (8 ft tall by 44 in wide). Classical columns and solid cement steps greet visitors on their arrival to the house , which sports a completely overhauled front porch and huge oak front door, refurbished by an old-world furniture craftsman from Andalusia (Spain). Tall side lights , frosted crystal glass, and an 8-foot-wide transom flood the foyer with light. More light fills the house from 3 skylights, 2nd floor bay window, and triple- wide windows on the south -side of the house. Even on the gloomiest days this townhouse seems to glow from within. Both bathrooms were rebuilt and now feature sinks , showers and cabinets that are modern but with a nod to the 1915 construction of the house. The kitchen , sporting a black and white and chrome theme that complements the newly installed tile backsplash and traditional tile floor. Door trim, window surrounds, and 8 inch-high baseboards were all stripped -and mostly simply stained and varnished to reveal the natural look of the original wood. Sunken lights in the kitchen and dining room , 5 ceiling fans and a second floor enclosed year round sunroom were added by the current owner for maximum comfort and livability. Closets in every room and a full basement provide ample storage. The owner replaced the gas boiler , roof and doubled the size and number of gutters and downspouts . A French drain and sump pump keep the house tight and dry. Owners will become accustomed to compliments from neighbors and passersby who express their admiration of and delight in the landscaped front and back yards. In addition to the thriving garden in the rear of the house a handy brick pad provided convenient parking. The house is only 3 blocks from the ever-popular Waverly Farmers Market held year-round. Neighborhood grocery stores, Ace Hardware, new and used bookstores , several coffee shops and restaurants enable residents to enjoy life with or without a car. Penn Station ( served by MARC and Amtrak) is just blocks away providing a convenient gateway to Thurgood Marshall-BWI Airport, Wash.,D.C. and other local, national and international destinations. Buyers will not want to miss seeing this jewel of a home! 1 year Buyer home warranty included.