1424 Francke Avenue
$538,500Lutherville, MD 21093
County: Baltimore
Overview
4
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
.49
Lot Acreage
In search of the charm of Lutherville but searching for a home that breaks the mold of the ordinary? Discover a unique gem that might just capture your heart: a quaint Cape Cod at 1424 Francke Avenue nestled on a private, .49-acre lot in the historic heart of Old Lutherville. This home, with its storied past as the Maryland Women’s College Tea Room on Seminary Ave, invites you into a spacious great room. Here, original 100-year-old hardwood floors meet a stone fireplace and cathedral ceilings adorned with beams, all freshly painted. The room opens onto a composite deck that offers a serene overlook of the secluded yard.
The home’s kitchen/family room, an addition around the year 2000, is a modern delight featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry. Natural light floods in through numerous windows, highlighting this cheerful space. On the main floor, the primary bedroom boasts an en-suite bath, updated in 2018, ensuring a private retreat. AC on the main level only. A second room on this floor serves either as a bedroom or an office, adding to the home’s versatile layout. The main level is rounded off with a laundry area and a charming powder room, complete with a custom copper sink and hand-painted walls by the owners.
Upstairs, two generously sized dormer bedrooms with hardwood floors share a full bath, also updated in 2018. Recent upgrades include new windows, siding, and deck in 2018, alongside a new boiler in 2015 and a heat pump from the year 2000. The property boasts ample parking space for both owners and guests, enhancing convenience.
Situated near major routes like I-83 and 695, the location offers ease of access without sacrificing privacy. This distinctive home, rich in history and charm, awaits those looking to make their mark in Lutherville.
Facts & Figures
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Status
Sold
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Type
Cottage
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Year Built
1941
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Total Sq. Footage
2074
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Exterior
Frame, Hardiplank Type
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Roof
Asphalt, Shingle
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Fireplaces
1
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Levels
2
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Cooling Fuel
Electric
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Cooling
Central Ac
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Heating Fuel
Electric, Oil
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Heating
Forced Air, Radiator