# 1538 LIGHT Street, BALTIMORE, MD 21230

> **TL;DR:** other, $475,000, built 1900. Est. $2,058/mo. Listed 30 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $475,000 |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 2,352 sqft (0.05 acres) |
| Property Type | Other (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 30 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,058 |
| **Total** | **$2,058** |

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1900
- 0.05 acre lot
- 2 parking spaces

## Description

### Agent Description
GUIDED TOUR MONDAY APRIL 20 @ 1:30 PM. List price is opening bid. Online Auction Only! Bidding begins Thursday, April 16, 2026 & ends Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:30 AM. 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, cafe, 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.

## Location

- **Address:** 1538 LIGHT Street, BALTIMORE, MD 21230
- **County:** BALTIMORE CITY
- **Coordinates:** 39.27186, -76.61184
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=39.27186,-76.61184

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Larry E Cooper
- **Brokerage:** Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
- **Phone:** 4109774708
- **Email:** larry@alexcooper.com

## Primary Photo

![1538 LIGHT Street - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/225c404e725cef95f3623b073bd22508l-f2698665047r.jpg)

*90 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1538-light-street-baltimore-md-21230-a2206252)*

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**MLS#:** MDBA2206252 | **Updated:** 2026-04-26
**Source:** listhub

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