




121 W Lee St, Baltimore, MD, 21201
About This Home
Where architectural individuality and stately shade trees define the neighborhood, this exceptional residence stands apart as one of its most unique offerings. Built in 1980 on the site of a former church, this fully detached single-family home is thoughtfully positioned sideways along the community’s largest park, allowing its entire south-facing façade to capture natural light and serene views of mature trees and open green space. Accessed through a secure, gated courtyard shared by just three residences, offering both privacy and intimacy. For years, the gated courtyard has provided residents’ children and grandchildren with their own secure playground in the heart of the city’s inner harbor. This home is full of surprises! The front door opens to a dramatic main level designed for both comfort and entertaining. Multiple living and sitting areas are anchored by two wood-burning fireplaces at opposite ends, creating warmth and balance throughout. A fully updated kitchen, an adjoining dining room, a cozy family room, and a powder room complete the main level with both style and functionality. Upstairs, an open staircase leads to a striking sunroom, where vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows and sliding doors frame elevated, tree-lined views—evoking the quiet charm of a private retreat. The primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed bath, while two additional bedrooms and a second full bath provide ample accommodations for family or guests. The home continues to surprise with a generously sized lower level, featuring a large bonus room - ideal for hobbies, storage, or creative pursuits, a laundry area, and a large utility space. French doors on the first floor open to two private patios, providing space for outdoor entertaining. Often described as Federal Hill’s quieter and more elegant neighbor, Otterbein is a perfect neighborhood for those with an appreciation for beautiful architecture and the multiple pristine parks that host summer concerts, families, and their pups. Otterbein remains a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of commercial business. Due to the historic nature of these handsome residences, many of them do not provide an off-street parking space, however, they do provide beautiful outdoor living spaces free of telephone poles and electric lines. A zero tolerance parking policy is strictly enforced. Up to two registered car decals and 2 guest parking permits are provided to Area 8 residents. You won’t sacrifice convenience to live here. I-95, MARC train, two major league stadiums, shops, Inner Harbor, restaurants, and entertainment are just blocks away.
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- Year built: 1980
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal,Transitional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Oven/Range - Electric,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Ice Maker,Microwave,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Dryer,Water Heater,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Lower Level,Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Connecting Stairway
Bathroom2
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Breakfast Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 9 X 14
Den
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11 X 20
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Upper
Features
- Breakfast Area,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Family Room Off Kitchen,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Primary Bath(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Door features: French Doors,Insulated,Sliding Glass
- Window features: Double Hung,Double Pane Windows,Energy Efficient,Replacement,Palladian,Wood Frames,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood,Ceramic Tile,Carpet,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 518
- Finished area above ground: 2,168
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 136
- Dimensions: 8 X 17
Half Bath
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,686
- Total interior livable area: 2,686 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Breakfast Bar,Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 6 X 26
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Primary Bathroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom,Double Sink,Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 5 X 12
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Carpet,Walk-In Closet(s),Attached Bathroom,Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14 X 20
Recreation Room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11 X 20
Utility Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 322
- Dimensions: 14 X 23
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0322080883 008A
- Zoning: R-8
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks,Street Lights
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Courtyard,Garden,Park/Greenbelt
Lot
- Lot size: 0.20 sqft
- Features: Landscaped,Backs - Open Common Area,Urban
Parking
- Parking features: Permit Included,On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
