Welcome to 16 W Franklin Street, where historic elegance meets modern convenience in the heart of Mount Vernon. This striking Second Empire townhouse has been thoughtfully restored to blend original character with updated systems for comfortable living. Inside, you'll find exquisite period details including ornate mantels, intricate plasterwork, a dramatic skylit staircase, and rare zebra-striped wood floors. The main level offers a welcoming parlor, formal dining room with bay window, and a full guest bath. Upstairs, the grand living room boasts 12-foot ceilings, a marble mantel, and original mirrors, alongside a powder room and spacious eat-in kitchen ideal for entertaining. The third floor hosts two bedrooms and a full bath, while the top level is devoted to a private primary suite with spa-like bath, steam shower, double vanities, dressing room, and laundry. The unfinished basement with front and rear entrances provides storage, workshop space, or creative flex use. A private carport with garage door accommodates up to four cars in tandem, a rare city convenience. With updated electric and plumbing, cozy gas radiator heat, and dual-zone high-efficiency central A/C, this home is as comfortable as it is captivating. Perfectly positioned between the Basilica and the Walters Art Museum, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Baltimore history.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper 3
- Bedroom 1 Level: Upper 2
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper 2
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom Level: Upper 3
Interior Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Built-Ins
- Combination Dining/Living
- Combination Kitchen/Dining
- Crown Moldings
- Curved Staircase
- Dining Area
- Floor Plan - Traditional
- Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen - Eat-In
- Kitchen - Table Space
- Primary Bath(s)
- Skylight(s)
- Walk-in Closet(s)
- Wood Floors
- Central Vacuum
Appliances
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Other Rooms
- Full Bath Level: Main
- Full Bath Level: Upper 2
- Half Bath Level: Upper 1
- Laundry Level: Upper 3
- Sitting Room Level: Main
- Sitting Room Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood
- Living Room Level: Upper 1
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central A/C
- Heating Features: Radiator
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Features: Fireplace - Other
- Kitchen Level: Upper 1
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.5
- Lot Size Square Feet: 21780
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Detached Garage
- Parking Total: 4
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Senior Community: No
School Information
- School District: BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 13723
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: BALTIMORE CITY
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: MOUNT VERNON
- Postal Code Plus 4: 5006
- Subdivision: MOUNT VERNON
- Township: Baltimore City
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 3364
- Year Built: 1880
- Above Grade Finished Area: 3364
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 841
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Levels: 5
- Property Age: 145
- Levels or Stories: 5
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Total Area Sqft: 4205
- Total Below Grade Area: 841
- Architectural Style: Beaux Arts