As a kid I used to love visiting my grandparents — not just because they were my grandparents or because they kept jars of (good) candy all over the house, but because they lived across the street from McKennan Park, a neighborhood park in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I could see the band shell, the tennis courts, the skating rink, the playground and the sunken garden from their front steps; it felt like the world’s biggest yard. Patterson Park, with its open green spaces and skating rink, has that same vibe; a comfortable, homey feel that makes city living – sometimes oppressive in its ubiquitous pavement – a little better. I’m not the only one who feels this way, either: City Paper just named it the best park in Baltimore. So in honor of my grandparents, here are three homes within skipping distance of Patterson Park.
105 S. Collington Avenue
This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath rowhome is funky in a really good way. A block from Patterson Park, this end-of-row home features four finished floors, high paneled ceilings, unique wall cut-outs, hardwood and carpet floors, loads of natural light, and a private walled patio. It also has one of the coolest banisters ever… but that might not be saying that much. Priced at $275,000, down from $300,000.
255 S. Robinson Street
This three-bedroom, two-bath home is just sparkling with renovations. There’s new plumbing, new wiring, a remodeled kitchen and remodeled bathrooms. Plus, you get the stylish comfort of exposed brick walls and wood floors, always nice. And a closet in every room! It’s a hoarder’s dream come true. Considering that this home is only a half-block from Patterson Park, the deal is pretty much sealed. Priced at $264,900, down from $325,000.
2428 Baltimore Street
This three-bedroom, two-bath rowhouse is right across the street from Patterson Park. Seriously, right across the street. Not bad, right? Also amazing is the attention to detail that’s apparent in this home’s design. From the comfortably appointed kitchen – which has a beautiful breakfast bar – to the exposed brick accents – a subtle, but nice touch – everything seems to have its place. But, still, the park is across the street, giving this house access to more green space than most of Baltimore’s denizens would ever expect. Priced at $289,000.
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