196 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157
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FOR SALE

$400,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,316 sqft

196 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157

Est. Mortgage $2,385/mo*
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Home Highlights

Parking
10 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
Deck
Price/Sqft
$173
Listed
46 days ago
Climate Control
Natural Gas, Hot Water & Central Air

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Prime Commercial/Potential Residential Office/Home with Private Rear Parking | 196 E. Main St., Westminster, MD 21157. Exceptional end-unit rowhome in the heart of downtown Westminster! This versatile commercial property offers 4/5 private offices/bedrooms, including 1 on the main level, 2 bathrooms, and 2 entrances— 1 of which is handicap accessible with designated handicap parking. Situated just 1 block from the old historic courthouse and 3 blocks from the main courthouse, the location is ideal for legal, professional, medical offices, or small business. Enjoy the enduring charm of exposed brick accent walls, permanent stone foundation, and classic architecture, blended seamlessly with modern amenities including central A/C, natural gas heat, and a private 10-spot paved parking lot—a rare downtown find. Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system (2023), newer windows (2017), and water heater (2017). Additional dry attic and basement storage provide ample room for files, supplies, or equipment. Walkable to restaurants, shops, and local businesses—this is a unique opportunity to own a character-rich, highly functional office space in one of Westminster’s most desirable commercial corridors.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Joe McDonnell, (240) 818-2249
Corner House Realty, (443) 499-3839
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDCR2036416
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Home Details for 196 E Main St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Kitchen, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2316 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Street

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage, BalconyFoundation: PermanentNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 10Parking: Handicap Parking,Lighted,Parking Space Conveys,Paved,Parking Lot,Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2316 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 46

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: Furniture / Decor NegotiableParcel Number: 0707054394

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $400,000Price Per Sqft: $173
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: WESTMINSTERCommunity: Downtown Westminster
School Information
Elementary School District: Carroll County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Carroll County Public SchoolsHigh School District: Carroll County Public Schools

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: MDCR2036416

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4632 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4273 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: MDCR2036416Municipality: WestminsterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2316

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y

Around this home

What Locals Say about Westminster

At least 292 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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    "Westminster has a lot of things going on in the summer, plenty to do, has for my neighborhood no "
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    "It is a nice balance between keeping to yourself as well as a nice friendly neighborly conversation. I love that kids can run around."
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  • Bernadette Passarello
    "I work locally so I have a short commute but Westminster is about 30 minutes from I695 and I70 making most major cities accessible in under an hour."
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  • Nr8ncbjzvc
    "It’s safe and a great place to raise a family. The schools are fantastic and there are great parks and plenty of activities "
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  • Beth Rawlings
    "Westminster has a friendly,small town feel but is very accessible by foot You can walk to restaurants,bars, convenience stores, and antique stores. The streets are well marked for pedestrians."
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    "Great area for walking your dog. You see people walking theirs all the time including me walking mine. We even have a dog park."
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    "I've lived here for 14 years, my kids grew up here. Good school zones. Kind neighbors, some you don't see much of, but rarely in all my years here have we encountered and issues. Very close to Kings Park and what we call the dog park which I think is actually named Bella Grove, right on the corner of Green St and Bond St. "
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    "No public transportation is available . Must use vehicle for transportation both for work and most shopping. "
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    "Nice neighborhood, depending upon where you are, you need to be aware of thru traffic. Mix of retirees and young families. Near all the conveniences."
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    "It’s quiet for the most part. You’re close to the hospital, Drs offices of almost every sort, pharmacies, grocery stores, department stores, restaurants, wine & liquor stores & bars. It’s a great place to live!"
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  • Trulia User
    "The Agriculture Center, the Farm Museum, the Y, and stores are nearby, as well McDaniel & Carroll Community Colleges are nearby. Parents need to keep an eye on their kids, just as any parent should in todays world."
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  • Trulia User
    "Our neighborhood has easy access to 4 highways, 97, 140, 26 & 27. Baltimore is generally 45 minutes away, assuming there aren’t any accidents or bad weather."
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    "Nice people, there’s a lot dog owners! You need to be careful of traffic as there are no sidewalks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a fair amount of traffic that cuts through the neighborhood, so you need to keep an eye on the kids and pets so they don’t run out into the street."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great no issues at all. Nice roads and maintained well during all seasons. Traffic controlled well. Local shopping is not far away . Rural area but convenient. "
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  • Jessica K.
    "I am very please with my commute to work as well as to convenient stores and shopping. Location and easy access to food and entertainment is important and Westminster provides that as well as my current location...however I miss my hometown of Frederick because there are more opportunities for children as far as community sports and activities. "
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  • Terri H.
    "great area where we currently are off Uniontown road. lots of kids out playing. good neighbors, good community "
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  • Jblange5
    "You have to commute a good distance to Baltimore or DC, at least an hour with traffic, but it is worth it to have the serenity of the area."
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  • Nicolette K.
    "A friendly sense of community and a genuine love of our city. A family oriented city with lots of parades, outdoor activities and kid friendly spaces. "
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  • Melanie.dontpanic
    "Great place to live, great restaurants and bars. Low crime, always a great atmosphere. I love the community feel"
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  • Nicole M.
    "Everyone here is pretty friend for the most part. I live downtown and parking can be a pain sometimes but other then that it’s not bad at all"
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  • Juan T.
    "Easily accessible to highway, very easy commute to get to work and to other parts of town, hospital is easily accessible "
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  • Megan C.
    "It’s not a bad area to live in at all. The schools are nice. The people are mostly friendly. Feels safe most of the time "
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  • Sheeta21075
    "They would like the neighborhood because they can take their dogs out on Main Street. And around the parks nearby. "
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  • Afterglow435
    "Westminster is an awesome little town that isn’t too far from the big city! I moved here 5 years ago and do not regret a thing! Robert Moton Elementary school is incredible for both children and parents! "
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  • Funcky J.
    "Parades on Main Street oyster stroll flower& jazz festival Haunted walk Fall Festival Carnival Easter Egg Hunt"
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  • Edmondsonmitchell
    "Small town feel and neighbors know each other. City is clean and safe. Public parks, streets, and downtown is well maintained."
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  • Winter82126
    "Lots of children in the area. Good schools. Good public transportation to school. Lots of children attend schools regularly. Acceptance of community schools are high. There is an elementary middle and high school close to my house"
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  • Westminster resident
    "I dont own a dog..I'd guess the worst thing for them is theres no where for them to run free but it's the city..not Farmville so good thing leash laws are enforced. "
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  • Twinklingblu
    "Its country sides are very peaceful and beautiful. No traffic on the road I live on, only my neighbors for the 99% of time. I live on an acre so my whole yard reminds me of a private park. Just Serenity."
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  • Coachholmes
    "Great peaceful neighborhood. Homes are on large lots so there is much privacy. People don’t have to walk dogs as they have room to run"
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  • Wmartinez10
    "Big yards, lots of pets. Very friendly area for dogs. Lots of space and areas to walk. There are also lots of trees and green space in the area. "
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  • Christine n. w.
    "I’d say the area I am is very dog friendly (I have a dog). We can let him out with no leash with our neighbors. "
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  • Holly S.
    "parades,fall fest, oyster stroller, october fest, flower and jazz fest, wine fest, community yard sales. "
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  • Tracey J.
    "love it!! Union Mill homestead is a wonderful place to enjoy time with your dogs!! They might not be allowed to explore the inside of the buildings, but the stream, little lake and plenty of outdoor fields are perfect! "
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  • Tracey J.
    "Union Mills Homestead has a lot of fun events, not to mention a great place to wade in the stream and meet up with friends! "
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  • Mary k.
    "friendly and good environment. having everything in a short distance and I love living here. really Peaceful area"
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Market trends in Westminster

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$445K
$14.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$224
$12MoM
Available listings
134
1MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$392K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$87K (-18.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -31% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$392K
July 2026$396K
June 2026$461K
May 2026$461K
April 2026$465K
March 2026$464K
February 2026$464K
January 2026$462K
2025
2024

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 Charles St, Westminster, MD
0.23
Townhouse
$290,000
06/04/26
3
2
1,580
176 S Court St, Westminster, MD
0.24
Townhouse
$295,000
07/23/26
3
2
2,130
46 Hillside Ct, Westminster, MD
0.52
Townhouse
$250,000
11/26/25
3
1.5
1,280
308 Middle Grove Ct S, Westminster, MD
0.44
Townhouse
$289,900
09/18/25
3
1.5
1,480
112 S Church St, Westminster, MD
0.34
Townhouse
$300,000
10/23/25
3
1
1,636
169 Alymer Ct, Westminster, MD
0.90
Townhouse
$320,000
05/12/26
3
1.5
1,270
166 Alymer Ct, Westminster, MD
0.96
Townhouse
$315,000
05/08/26
3
1.5
1,422
177 Alymer Ct, Westminster, MD
0.91
Townhouse
$340,000
05/27/26
3
2
1,267

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
192 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.02
$449,900
4
1
2,336
For Sale
211 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.05
$501,500
3
-
3,276
Off Market
172 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.08
$725,000
5
5.5
4,632
Recently Sold
194 E Green St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.09
$423,400
5
-
2,048
Off Market
162 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.10
$415,000
5
1.5
2,704
Recently Sold
165 E Green St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.12
$311,400
3
2
1,777
Off Market
189 E Green St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.14
-
-
-
-
Off Market
58 Sycamore St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.13
$504,900
3
3
2,178
Off Market
75 S Center St, Westminster, MD 21157
0.14
$318,700
3
2.5
1,918
Off Market
1 Lincoln Rd, Westminster, MD 21157
0.15
$401,000
4
2.5
2,086
Off Market
Lincoln Rd, Westminster, MD 21157
0.15
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 16, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2036416
Listed For Sale
$400,000
May 11, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2031264
ListingRemoved
$475,000
Nov 10, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2031264
PriceChange
$475,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jun 14, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2026680
PriceChange
$500,000
Price decreased by 7%
May 1, 2025
Source: Bright MLS #MDCR2026680
Listed For Sale
$535,000

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Joe McDonnell, Corner House Realty, (443) 499-3839
Agent Phone: (240) 818-2249
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Frequently asked questions about 196 E Main St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 196 E Main St?
    Based on a $400,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 196 E Main St in Westminster, MD is approximately $2,451 (about $2,089 principal & interest, $287 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 196 E Main St compare to homes in Westminster?
    196 E Main St in Westminster, MD is listed at $400,000, about 10% below the $445K median sale price in Westminster.
  • What do residents say about Westminster?
    Residents describe Westminster, MD as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Westminster, MD.
  • What are the closest schools to 196 E Main St?
    The closest schools to 196 E Main St in Westminster, MD are Cranberry Station Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Westminster East Middle School (rated 7/10), Winters Mill High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 196 E Main St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 196 E Main St in Westminster, MD has air conditioning.
  • Does 196 E Main St have parking?
    Yes, 196 E Main St in Westminster, MD has on-site parking.
196 E Main St, Westminster, MD 21157 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,316 sqft townhouse built in 1890. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jul 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# MDCR2036416.