944 1st · Brooklyn Park, MD 21225

$205,000

3 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,304 sqft · Townhouse public records · 51 Days on market

Built 1948 1,742 sqft lot $157/sqft · at area comps Est $203k · at est.

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• Cash flow +15.1/30.0
• ARV discount +7.0/15.0
• DSCR +4.6/10.0
• Livability +3.9/5.0
• 1% rule +3.5/10.0
• Rent growth +3.5/5.0
• Schools +2.9/10.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

Key facts

• Walkout basement
• Low-maintenance lot
• Brick exterior

Tags

• BRICK EXTERIOR
• WELL-APPOINTED KITCHEN
• WALKOUT BASEMENT
• OFF-STREET PARKING
• LOW-MAINTENANCE LOT

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath townhouse listed at $205k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $67 ($801/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $175k (14.6% below list).
• Recommended offer: $175k (14.6% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
• Cap rate 6.7% vs local median 4.4% in Brooklyn Park — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 77/100 on livability (#81 in MD, #3,091 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: commute A+, housing A+, health & safety A+; Watch: crime F, amenities F.
• Anne Arundel County Public Schools (suburban): math 20% / reading 37% proficiency, ranked #10 of 24 in MD (top 42%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover.
• Zoned schools: Monarch Global Academy Pcs Laurel Campus (math 13% / reading 28%, grade F, #341 of 860 statewide, top 40%, 830 students, 53% FRL); Brooklyn Park Middle (math 8% / reading 37%, grade F, #124 of 225 statewide, top 55%, 775 students, 70% FRL); North County High (math 33% / reading 58%, grade D-, #121 of 222 statewide, top 55%, 2,451 students, 63% FRL) — zoned schools average 62% FRL vs 25% district-wide (36 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
• Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+4.1%/yr); 165 active listings in the ZIP; 30 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 26d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 1,303 units permitted in Anne Arundel County in 2024 (299 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 39% of the median local income ($54k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $6k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Anne Arundel County population projected at +17% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 51 days — a 3% lower offer ($199k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 3 sale attempts since 17y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
• Current owner paid $159k; 29% above their basis — modest negotiation headroom, anchor on the comps not their cost.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: built in 1948 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
• Climate carrying-cost: major wind risk, 27% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→15/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $175,115 (14.6% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. It's been on market 51 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 15% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
2. Built in 1948 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
3. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
4. Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
5. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
6. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
7. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
8. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 0.85% ✗
• Cap rate: 6.68%
• Cash-on-cash: 1.40%
• DSCR: 1.06
• GRM: 9.8

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $202,787
• List price: $205,000
• Delta: 1.09%
• Verdict: FAIR
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
435 Seward Ave	0.44mi	3/1.0	1,324 (+2%)	1mo	$215,500	$163	72
123 8th Ave	0.28mi	3/1.0	1,216 (-7%)	9mo	$240,000	$197	64
4213 Doris Ave	0.48mi	3/1.5	1,240 (-5%)	10mo	$200,000	$161	59
207 Riverview #207	0.63mi	3/2.0	1,392 (+7%)	1mo	$260,000	$187	59
4128 Audrey Ave	0.57mi	3/2.0	1,380 (+6%)	7mo	$99,000	$72	58
4135 Doris Ave	0.54mi	3/1.5	1,392 (+7%)	9mo	$211,000	$152	54
322 Arundel Rd W	0.73mi	3/1.0	1,240 (-5%)	1mo	$158,000	$127	53
303 Arden Rd W	0.67mi	3/1.0	1,240 (-5%)	6mo	$145,000	$117	52
406 Seward Ave	0.40mi	3/1.5	1,140 (-13%)	8mo	$160,000	$140	52
5101 4th St	0.40mi	3/1.0	1,120 (-14%)	12mo	$223,000	$199	44
213 Arundel Rd W	0.65mi	3/2.0	1,488 (+14%)	6mo	$228,000	$153	41
4041 6th St	0.67mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,109 (-15%)	5mo	$165,000	$149	34

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 4.08% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -13.0%
• Equity multiple: 0.53×
• Total profit: $-27,080
• Equity at exit: $30,566

10-year hold

• IRR: -2.5%
• Equity multiple: 0.82×
• Total profit: $-10,182
• Equity at exit: $17,725

Cash invested: $57,400 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 27 Tenant-Leaning
• State Maryland: 27 Tenant-Leaning · D+14
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

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ZIP-level market 21225

• Home prices YoY: -31.9%
• Rents YoY: 4.1%
• Active inventory: 165
• Price-to-rent: 9.8×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $1,751 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$1,075
• Tax from tax record: −$156 /mo · $1,875/yr
• Insurance: −$85
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$368
• Net cashflow: $67

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,667

Max offer price $205,000

Occupancy floor 91%

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $183	-5% $125	+0% $67	+5% $9	+10% $-49
Rent	-10% $-72	-5% $-2	+0% $67	+5% $136	+10% $205
Rate	-1.0pp $170	-0.5pp $119	base $67	+0.5pp $14	+1.0pp $-40

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $51,250
• Closing costs: $6,150
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 30 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
4400 4th St Unit BASEMENT Baltimore, MD	2.0	1.0	925	$1,350	$1.46	45d	1	0.43mi
5215 Wasena Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.0	1030	$1,650	$1.60	45d	1	0.48mi
4206 Audrey Ave Brooklyn, MD	2.0	2.0	1104	$1,275	$1.15	45d	1	0.53mi
4206 Audrey Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	3.0	1104	$1,950	$1.77	25d	1	0.53mi
4201 Audrey Ave Unit 1 Brooklyn, MD	2.0	1.0	1400	$1,350	$0.96	25d	1	0.53mi
90 Hammonds Ln Brooklyn Park, MD	1.0–2.0	1.0–2.0	757	$1,964	$2.59	0d	3	0.60mi
303 Arden Rd W Brooklyn, MD	3.0	2.0	1388	$2,500	$1.80	19d	1	0.69mi
732 Old Riverside Rd Brooklyn, MD	3.0	2.5	1570	$1,900	$1.21	45d	1	0.72mi
3822 6th St Brooklyn, MD	3.0	3.0	1580	$1,850	$1.17	25d	1	0.80mi
202 W Edgevale Rd Unit A Baltimore, MD	3.0	1.0	1824	$1,650	$0.90	6d	1	0.80mi
217 W Edgevale Rd Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	992	$1,800	$1.81	25d	1	0.81mi
507 Washburn Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	1024	$2,500	$2.44	22d	1	0.83mi
507 Washburn Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	1024	$2,500	$2.44	6d	1	0.83mi
507 Washburn Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	1024	$2,500	$2.44	25d	1	0.83mi
3840 8th St Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	1088	$1,606	$1.48	6d	1	0.83mi
49 Talbott St Brooklyn, MD	2.0	1.0	1300	$1,300	$1.00	25d	1	0.87mi
3828 10th St Brooklyn, MD	3.0	2.0	1215	$2,350	$1.93	45d	1	0.95mi
3826 10th St Unit Entire House Baltimore, MD	3.0	2.0	1110	$2,400	$2.16	25d	1	0.95mi
3569 4th St Brooklyn, MD	2.0	1.5	1256	$1,200	$0.96	19d	1	1.01mi
3816 W Bay Ave Unit 1 Baltimore, MD	2.0	1.0	1364	$1,155	$0.85	5d	1	1.02mi
140 Bethlehem Pl Brooklyn, MD	3.0	3.5	1120	$1,500	$1.34	45d	1	1.03mi
3544 4th St Brooklyn, MD	4.0	2.5	1800	$1,940	$1.08	25d	1	1.06mi
3528 6th St Brooklyn, MD	2.0	2.5	1060	$1,500	$1.42	19d	1	1.09mi
3513 Horton Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.0	1020	$1,600	$1.57	19d	1	1.11mi
4216 Prudence St Curtis Bay, MD	4.0	3.0	1116	$2,100	$1.88	45d	1	1.11mi
1411 Filbert St Unit 2 Baltimore, MD	2.0	1.0	1428	$1,300	$0.91	45d	1	1.13mi
1049 E Patapsco Ave Unit C Baltimore, MD	2.0	1.0	1496	$1,257	$0.84	0d	1	1.15mi
1305 E Patapsco Ave Brooklyn, MD	3.0	1.5	930	$1,650	$1.77	6d	1	1.23mi
1353 Cambria St Brooklyn, MD	3.0	2.0	986	$1,600	$1.62	19d	1	1.25mi
1517 Sycamore St Curtis Bay, MD	3.0	1.5	1210	$1,999	$1.65	25d	1	1.28mi

Listing history 15 events

1. 2026-06-07
   status $205,000 Pending 51 DOM
2. 2026-05-07
   price $205,000 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

3. 2026-05-06
   historical Active Under Contract 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

4. 2026-04-20
   price $200,000 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

5. 2026-03-17
   status Active 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

6. 2026-03-16
   historical 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

7. 2026-03-15
   listed $215,000 Active 1310-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1310 chars)

   This charming townhouse in Ritchie Heights offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, ideal for those seeking a cozy retreat. Built in 1948, this home exudes character with its classic brick exterior and thoughtful design. Step inside to discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring essential appliances, including a built-in microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is designed to meet your culinary needs with ease. With three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there's ample room for relaxation and privacy. The layout is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, allowing you to create lasting memories with loved ones. The walkout basement provides additional space for storage or can be transformed into a cozy den or play area. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, ensuring you always have a place to come home to. The low-maintenance lot size of 0.04 acres allows for easy outdoor upkeep, giving you more time to enjoy the comforts of home. This property is not just a house; it's a place where you can envision your future. With its inviting atmosphere and practical features, it's ready to welcome you home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful townhouse your own!

8. 2009-04-28
   soldstatus $159,000
9. 2009-04-14
   soldstatus $159,000 Sold 401-char remark

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   This is THE home to see in this area! New windows, kitchen, bathrooms w/ ceramic surrounds, drywall, appliances, HVAC system, super plush carpet, front deck and certified roof. Off street parking for 4 cars, fresh landscaping and great location near newer Elementary school, shopping and bus lines. 1 year warranty and Closing Help provided! * Get your $8000 Tax Credit Now * $3000 Broker Bonus WFPC

10. 2009-03-25
    historical 401-char remark

    Show marketing remark (401 chars)

    This is THE home to see in this area! New windows, kitchen, bathrooms w/ ceramic surrounds, drywall, appliances, HVAC system, super plush carpet, front deck and certified roof. Off street parking for 4 cars, fresh landscaping and great location near newer Elementary school, shopping and bus lines. 1 year warranty and Closing Help provided! * Get your $8000 Tax Credit Now * $3000 Broker Bonus WFPC

11. 2009-03-10
    historical 401-char remark

    Show marketing remark (401 chars)

    This is THE home to see in this area! New windows, kitchen, bathrooms w/ ceramic surrounds, drywall, appliances, HVAC system, super plush carpet, front deck and certified roof. Off street parking for 4 cars, fresh landscaping and great location near newer Elementary school, shopping and bus lines. 1 year warranty and Closing Help provided! * Get your $8000 Tax Credit Now * $3000 Broker Bonus WFPC

12. 2009-01-25
    price $159,900 401-char remark

    Show marketing remark (401 chars)

    This is THE home to see in this area! New windows, kitchen, bathrooms w/ ceramic surrounds, drywall, appliances, HVAC system, super plush carpet, front deck and certified roof. Off street parking for 4 cars, fresh landscaping and great location near newer Elementary school, shopping and bus lines. 1 year warranty and Closing Help provided! * Get your $8000 Tax Credit Now * $3000 Broker Bonus WFPC

13. 2009-01-10
    listed $169,900 401-char remark

    Show marketing remark (401 chars)

    This is THE home to see in this area! New windows, kitchen, bathrooms w/ ceramic surrounds, drywall, appliances, HVAC system, super plush carpet, front deck and certified roof. Off street parking for 4 cars, fresh landscaping and great location near newer Elementary school, shopping and bus lines. 1 year warranty and Closing Help provided! * Get your $8000 Tax Credit Now * $3000 Broker Bonus WFPC

14. 2008-11-18
    soldstatus $74,000
15. 1986-01-23
    soldstatus $45,000

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast MD · Partial reset (capped growth)

• Current annual tax: $1,875 · $156/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $2,055 · $171/mo
• Expected delta: +$180/yr (+$15/mo · 9.6%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 8/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥103°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 6/10 Major 27% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 4/10 Moderate 5 unhealthy d/yr today · 7 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $21,014
• − Mortgage interest: −$11,483
• − Property taxes: −$1,875
• − Insurance: −$1,025
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$1,681
• − Management: −$1,681
• − Depreciation: −$5,964
• Taxable loss: −$2,695
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$647
• After-tax cash flow: $1,448/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
• NCES district ID: 2400060
• Math proficiency: 20% ▼ -21.00%
• Reading proficiency: 37% ▼ -13.00%
• Median HH income: $87,880
• Composite: 28.52/100
• National rank: #6733
• State rank: #10 of 24 in MD

Livability — Brooklyn Park

• Score: 77/100
• State rank: #81
• US rank: #3091

Category grades

Amenities F Commute A+ Cost of living B- Crime F Employment B+ Housing A+ Health & safety A+ User ratings A-

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Brooklyn Park, MD
• County: Anne Arundel County · 535,653 people
• City population: 34,062
• Metro: Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
• Population (ZIP): 34,062
• Household income: $54,020
• Rent vs Own: 50.4% rent · 49.6% own
• Severe rent burden: 1440.0

Population outlook (Anne Arundel County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 617,384 people
• By 2030: 642,094 · +4.0%
• By 2040: 686,621 · +11.2%
• By 2050: 723,031 · +17.1%
• By 2075: 809,346 · +31.1%
• By 2100: 837,658 · +35.7%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.68)
• Race & ethnicity: Black 42% White 32% Hispanic / Latino 20% Two or more races 8% Native American 3% Asian 2%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 5% Puerto Rican 1%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 2% Lithuanian 1% Iranian 1%
• Foreign-born: 12% · Canada, China
• Languages at home: 81% English-only · Spanish 16% Other Indo-European 1% French/Haitian/Cajun 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Anne Arundel

• 2024 margin: D (+13.9) · D 55.7% · R 41.7% · Other 2.6%
• 2008→2024 swing: +15.7pp toward D · 2008: -1.8pp · 2024: 13.9pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+13.9 2020: D+14.5 2016: D+0.7 2012: R+0.9 2008: R+1.8

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -119.44%
• Current HPI: 254.5089
• Rent YoY: ▲ 4.08%
• Metro: Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 2.97%
• F500 in state: 12

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in MD)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Aerospace / Defense	1	$71B
▸Utilities	1	$25B
▸Hotels	1	$24B
▸Consumer Goods	1	$7B
▸Real Estate	1	$6B
▸Chemicals	1	$2B

Price history

+355.6% since first listed

14 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-07 Price Changed $205,000 BRIGHT MLS
• 2026-05-06 Contingent — BRIGHT MLS
• 2026-04-20 Price Changed $200,000 BRIGHT MLS
• 2026-03-17 Relisted — BRIGHT MLS
• 2026-03-16 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
• 2026-03-15 Listed $215,000 BRIGHT MLS
• 2009-04-28 Sold (Public Records) $159,000 Public Records
• 2009-04-14 Sold (MLS) $159,000 MRIS
• 2009-03-25 Delisted — MRIS
• 2009-03-10 Contingent — MRIS
• 2009-01-25 Price Changed $159,900 MRIS
• 2009-01-10 Listed $169,900 MRIS
• 2008-11-18 Sold (Public Records) $74,000 Public Records
• 1986-01-23 Sold (Public Records) $45,000 Public Records

Property tax history

+5.9%/yr

Latest (2025): $1,875 · +5.4% YoY. Source: county tax records.