CHARIS REALTY GROUP

1538 LIGHT STREET

BALTIMORE , MD 21230

MLS#: MDBA2206252

$475,000

Status: Active
Listing number: MDBA2206252
Listing provided by: Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 2 days ago
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Beds

None

Full Baths

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1/2 Baths

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Year Built

1900

Sq.Footage

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List price is opening bid. Online Auction Only! Bidding begins Thursday, March 26, 2026 & ends Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Located on the highly trafficked Light Street corridor, 1538–1540 Light St sits in the heart of the historic Federal Hill / South Baltimore neighborhood, just minutes from the Inner Harbor and downtown Baltimore. This prime mixed-use property offers excellent visibility and is surrounded by popular restaurants, nightlife, and waterfront attractions. The property features a street-level commercial space ideal for a restaurant, café, or retail use, complete with a commercial-grade kitchen and walk-in freezer. Above the commercial space are two spacious residential apartments, creating a strong income-producing investment opportunity in one of Baltimore’s most vibrant districts. Both residential units have been updated with wood-type flooring, recessed lighting, granite countertops, and in-unit laundry. Each apartment includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and is currently rented for $1,950/month, providing stable income while the commercial space offers additional upside. Additional highlights include lead-free certification, two rear parking spaces, and approximately 3,676± above-grade square feet per SDAT. Conveniently located within walking distance to Cross Street Market, Riverside Park, Southside Marketplace, the Baltimore Museum of Industry, and numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

Features & Amenities

Interior

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  • Bathrooms

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  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Other, Electric

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Electric, Radiant

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Parking

    Other

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.05

  • Property Type

    Commercial Sale

  • Property Sub Type

    Mixed Use

Price

  • Sales Price

    $475,000

  • Tax Amount

    $11,422

  • Sq. Footage

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  • Price/SqFt

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HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    011

  • Water Source

    Public

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List price is opening bid. Online Auction Only! Bidding begins Thursday, March 26, 2026 & ends Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Located on the highly trafficked Light Street corridor, 1538–1540 Light St sits in the heart of the historic Federal Hill / South Baltimore neighborhood, just minutes from the Inner Harbor and downtown Baltimore. This prime mixed-use property offers excellent visibility and is surrounded by popular restaurants, nightlife, and waterfront attractions. The property features a street-level commercial space ideal for a restaurant, café, or retail use, complete with a commercial-grade kitchen and walk-in freezer. Above the commercial space are two spacious residential apartments, creating a strong income-producing investment opportunity in one of Baltimore’s most vibrant districts. Both residential units have been updated with wood-type flooring, recessed lighting, granite countertops, and in-unit laundry. Each apartment includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and is currently rented for $1,950/month, providing stable income while the commercial space offers additional upside. Additional highlights include lead-free certification, two rear parking spaces, and approximately 3,676± above-grade square feet per SDAT. Conveniently located within walking distance to Cross Street Market, Riverside Park, Southside Marketplace, the Baltimore Museum of Industry, and numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

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