Baltimore Retail for Sale - Baltimore Southeast
REAL ESTATE AUCTION
Live Onsite & Online Simulcast Bidding
Opening Bid: $200,000
FEDERAL HILL
STOREFRONT BUILDING WITH APARTMENT
– Rented for $3,400/Month –
Known As:
919 S. CHARLES STREET
Between E. Wheeling and Hamburg Streets
Baltimore City, Maryland 21230
Online Bidding Opens
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026
Live Onsite Auction
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 AT 11:00 A.M.
NOTE: The information contained herein has been obtained from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be accurate. However, no express or implied warranty is made or may be inferred from any such representation. Dimensions, square footage and acreage contained herein are more or less. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence, in advance of the auction, regarding the permitted uses of the property.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Well-located in-line storefront building and apartment in Federal Hill currently rented by Phina’s Fine Linens & Gifts for $3,400/month. The attractive building features a variety of original and updated details, including wood floors (storefront and apartment), granite and marble countertops (apartment), pressed tin ceiling and showcase front window. Situated in the heart of Federal Hill, close to Cross Street Market, M&T Bank Stadium, Federal Hill Park and the Inner Harbor, the property is well positioned in one of Baltimore’s best known historic neighborhoods. The auction provides an opportunity to purchase a property with existing rental revenue in a well-demanded location.
LOCATION:
The property is located in Federal Hill, just blocks from the Inner Harbor and Federal Hill Park. World famous Cross Street Market is located one block south. The area is an historic community with recognizable Federal-style architecture and a robust entertainment district. The neighborhood is well known to Baltimore residents and visitors alike, sitting in close proximity to Downtown, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Convention Center, and University of Maryland Baltimore Campus (Hospital, Shock Trauma, Biotech Park, Law School, etc.). Rash Field and the Baltimore Waterfront Promenade are all nearby.
The property is located within Federal Hill’s “Main Street” district. An abundant number of restaurants, retail storefronts and community businesses are all in the immediate area. Charles Street is among Baltimore’s most significant commercial arteries, and other major commuter routes are in close proximity, including I-95, I-395, MD-295, Hanover Street (MD-2) and Charles Street. Public transportation, including metro bus service, university shuttle service, light rail and MARC train service are all within the neighborhood.
For more information about the area, please visit:
Live Baltimore – livebaltimore.com
Federal Hill Main Street – fedhill.org
CoDeMap – cels.baltimorehousing.org
CityView Map – experience.arcgis.com
SITE:
Lot size: 0.019 acre, more or less, according to public tax records
The lot fronts 13’3? on S. Charles Street with depths of approximately 63'
ZONING:
C-1 – According to the Baltimore City Zoning District Summary, the C-1 district, “Commercial clusters or pedestrian-oriented corridors of commercial uses that serve the immediate neighborhood. Ensures compatibility between neighboring residential and commercial uses.”
For more information about zoning, please visit:
Department of Planning – www.baltimorecity.gov
IMPROVEMENTS & UNIT DESCRIPTIONS:
Three story brick inside-group in-line storefront building – constructed in 1920 and containing 1,781 square feet of gross building area including basement, according to public tax records.
The building is arranged as a retail store on the first floor with showroom area, office area, powder room and storage. Finishes include hardwood floors, large showroom window and transoms, pressed tin ceiling and forced air heat. The one-bedroom apartment has wood floors, granite and marble countertops, tile backsplash and more.
The whole building is occupied by Phina’s Fine Linens & Gifts, rented for $3,400/month.
TITLE:
The property is in fee simple and sold free and clear of liens.
TAXES:
Current annual real property taxes are a total of $4,433.66 based on a full value tax assessment of $187,867.
SUMMARY TERMS OF SALE:
Please see the contract of sale for complete terms.
Live Auction Bidders – a $20,000 deposit, payable by cashier’s check, will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. The deposit shall be increased to 10% of the purchase price with 24 hours at the Auctioneer’s office (wire or cashier’s check).
Online Auction Bidders – A 10% deposit, payable by cashier’s check or wire transfer, is due from the purchaser at the Auctioneer’s office by 4:00 p.m. on the day of auction. If you cannot comply with the deposit requirements, please do not participate in the auction.
Deposit funds shall be held by A. J. Billig & Co., LLC. Balance to be paid in cash at settlement, which shall take place within 45 days. If payment of the deposit or balance does not take place within the specified time, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the Purchaser. All adjustments, including taxes, rent, all other public charges and assessments payable on a monthly or annual basis, and sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if any, to be adjusted for the current year to date of settlement and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. Security deposit(s), if any, shall be adjusted at the time of settlement. The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, and subject to the existing lease(s) of the tenant(s) in place, easements, agreements, restrictions or covenants of record affecting same, if any. The Property will be sold subject to Baltimore City violation notices, if any. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of contract forward. The Purchaser agrees to waive the right of inspection for lead paint, as provided under current Federal and State law. The Purchaser waives and releases the Seller, the Auctioneers, and their respective agents, successors and assigns from any and all claims the Purchaser and/or its successors and assigns may now have or may have in the future relating to the condition of the property, including but not limited to the environmental condition thereof. If the Seller is unable to convey good and marketable title, the Purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit this sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the Purchaser shall have no further claim against the Seller or Auctioneers. Recordation costs, transfer taxes and all costs incidental to settlement to be paid by the Purchaser. Time is of the essence. A 6% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid price.
