Primary on Main
Address
205 Franklin Street, Middletown, MD
Price
$ 425,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#MDFR2089292
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyFREDERICK
- CityMiddletown
- NeighborhoodMiddletown
- Zip21769
- StyleRanch/Rambler
- Year Built1958
- Taxes$ 6209
- Price$ 425,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2580
- Lot Size0.73 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Built in 1958 and tucked into the heart of historic Middletown, this distinctive all-brick rancher has a story all its own. Offering approximately 2,580 finished square feet1,440 above grade and 1,140 finished below gradeon a .73-acre corner lot, the home was custom built by its original owners and reflects craftsmanship, character, and thoughtful design throughout. Tall ceilings and custom built-ins immediately set this home apart. The main level offers three spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and the comfort of radiant floor heating. The dining room features a built-in hutch and a clever pass-through connecting the kitchen and dining room with original rotating doors that close when not in usea charming detail that speaks to the thoughtful design of the home. Main-level laundry is conveniently located in the kitchen. Just off the dining room, a screened porch creates a natural extension of the living space for dining and entertaining, while a rear covered porch offers another place to enjoy the outdoors. At the heart of the home is a dramatic masonry fireplace, centrally positioned and extending through both the main and lower levels. On the main level, it anchors a remarkable family room where a vaulted, beamed ceiling adds distinctive mid-century character with hints of Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design. The fireplace continues into the lower-level family room, creating an architectural connection between the two living spaces. A tall, narrow vertical window beside the main-level entrance further complements the homes design. One of the homes most interesting features is the way its 1,440-square-foot main level and 1,140-square-foot finished lower level each have their own private exterior entrance. The lower level substantially expands the living space with a large second family room, full bath, and multiple finished flex rooms, several featuring high-set windows that bring in natural light. These versatile spaces offer options for guest accommodations, home offices, hobbies, or other uses. One was originally used as a photography darkroom for developing filma unique detail that adds another layer to the homes story. With its separate exterior entrance, full bath, and generous finished space, the lower level provides an opportunity to create a more private, independent living area depending on the next owners needs and applicable requirements. An extra-long attached one-car garage provides room for parking, storage, hobbies, or projects. A fold-away wall-mounted ironing board is another clever feature tucked into the home. Radiant heating within the main-level flooring provides warmth underfoot while also allowing heat to radiate into portions of the spaces below, including the garage beneath the dining room. Outside, the .73-acre corner lot offers off-street parking with access from more than one side, a large storage shed, and a private recreational court complete with a basketball hoop and markings for tennis and pickleball. Basketball and tennis have been enjoyed here through four generations, adding another chapter to the propertys history. All of this is within walking distance of schools, downtown Main Street, shops, restaurants, community amenities, and much of what makes historic Middletown special. This isnt a cookie-cutter rancher. It was never intended to be. Its a custom-built home with architectural personality, flexible living spaces, and details that tell a story. Perhaps the most meaningful part of that story is the land itself. The home was built on a portion of the original family farmland that once extended across what is now home to Middletown Primary School, the Middletown Volunteer Fire Company, and Remsberg Park. Today, this property remains a tangible piece of that history. For the first time, its ready for its next chapter.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Middletown Elementary School | Middletown Middle School | Middletown High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Listed $425,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2580 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Radiant,Other |
| Cooling | Ductless/Mini-Split |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Flat |
| Zoning | R |
| Garage Spaces | 1.00 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch/Rambler |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| School District | FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1958 |
| Levels | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | FREDERICK |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | MIDDLETOWN |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | At the corner of Franklin and Fireman’s Way. |
| City | MIDDLETOWN |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 32000.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 427000.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6209.0 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 295.14 |
| Avg. Electric Per Month | 118.0 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Avg. Water Per Month | 53.0 |
| Total SQFT | 2880 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Oil,Electric |
|---|---|
| Basement | Daylight,Full |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Mantel(s),Wood |
| Hot Water | Electric |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1440 |
| Central Air Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1140 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT | 300 |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Estimated |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Avg. Heating Oil Per Month | 358.0 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 6 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Front Entry |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage,Off Street |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.73 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 106500.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Off Street - # of Spaces | 5 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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