$2.3M Midcentury Wonderland on 2 Lush Acres in Baltimore Needs a New Owner

A spectacular property with a midcentury modern home, separate studio, and two pools (indoor and outdoor!) has hit the market in Baltimore for $2,350,000.

A true outdoor oasis, the 2.2-acre wooded compound boasts several terraces, water features, and a fishpond that serves as a focal point. The lot abuts the Jones Falls Trail, extending from the Inner Harbor to Cylburn Arboretum.

“One of the most impressive things with this house is the landscaping,” says listing agent Tracy Swindell, of Monument Sotheby’s International Realty. “Landscape architect James Rose really makes your eyes pop open.”

She adds that the one-level, mostly glass home offers a remarkable flow among its indoor an outdoor spaces.

“When you come inside, you see glass walls; but the amount of glass on the property blurs, separating the outside from the inside,” Swindell explains.

Built on a hilltop in 1956, the five-bedroom residence received House and Garden’s annual Hallmark designation five years later.

The main house spans 5,273 square feet and features arched ceilings, exposed beams, and many built-ins. And there’s a soaring ceiling in the living room, which accesses a brick patio.

The original kitchen features well-maintained custom cabinets, soapstone countertops, updated appliances, a separate dining area, and an oversized island with extra storage space.

The primary suite includes a separate sitting area and office with built-in bookcases and cabinets.

There’s more

In 1971, the owner built a 1,200-square-foot studio on the property. The structure combines living and work spaces and boasts a fireplace, kitchen, and full bathroom.

And in 1991, the owner added a 1,900-square-foot, domed pool house with an indoor pool, a kitchenette, and shower room.

“The studio could be used as a remote office, guesthouse, or it could be a wonderful opportunity for a family compound,” Swindell notes. “Both of the homes have been so well maintained over the years. … There is an outdoor pool with the main residence and [the] indoor pool that was added to the studio.”

‘Hidden gem’

The property is within walking distance of the restaurants and shopping at Mount Washington Village.

Ultimately, it might be the dwelling’s standout landscape that attracts a buyer—possibly one who isn’t necessarily looking for this style of home, Swindell theorizes.

“Midcentury modern homes are a niche market,” she says. “A lot of times, people attracted to these properties are attracted to their style and architecture, but this one also has the added feature of a woodland setting. Most people don’t even know it’s there. It’s a true hidden gem.”

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