47 Willow Ave, Towson, MD 21286
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UNDER CONTRACT

47 Willow Ave
Towson, MD 21286

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,910 sqft

$549,900

Est. Mortgage $3,377/mo*

$549,900

Est. Mortgage $3,377/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,910 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$288
Listed
54 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 47 Willow Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Located in the heart of Towson, 47 Willow Ave is a classic colonial that balances traditional charm with functional modern updates and significant infrastructure improvements. The home boasts 3BR/2BA with a newly finished basement with full bath to be used as a bonus space or extra bedroom, along with a newly renovated detached "little house" complete with electric and a mini split for heat and AC. Use for office, gym, studio, playroom, bar, game room...endless possibilities! Don't forget to check out the schools! The main floor features an open, fluid layout that transitions naturally to the outdoor living spaces, highlighted by newly refinished hardwood floors that bring a fresh, polished feel to the interior. The kitchen has been recently enhanced with a brand new range and dishwasher, streamlining daily meal prep and cleanup. At the rear of the home, a screened-in porch and an expansive deck provide ample space for dining and entertaining. The backyard is fully enclosed with a privacy fence, offering a significant amount of green space. A standout feature of this property is the inclusion of two detached buildings in the rear yard, providing flexible square footage. The upper level houses the primary and secondary bedrooms, which are notably spacious and offer plenty of natural light. Recent upgrades include the addition of mini-split system, ensuring tailored climate control and year-round comfort. For added peace of mind and long-term value, the property also features newly installed sewer and water lines. The interior also includes a finished basement with full bathroom, providing additional flex space and a dedicated storage area. Positioned just moments from downtown Towson, the location provides an easy walk to local dining, shopping, the public library, Towson University, and Towson Manor Park.

Home Details for 47 Willow Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partial,Finished,Interior Entry,Windows,ShelvingNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Foyer, Full Bath, Kitchen, Living Room, Mud Room, Screened Porch
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1910 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Oven/Range - Gas, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Washer, Water Dispenser, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In Basement,Mud RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall Unit,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ductless,Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Unit
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Brick, Mantel(s)Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile/Brick, Other, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile Brick, Other, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Garden, Park/Greenbelt
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Rubber ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Screened, Porch, Patio, Screened PorchFencing: Wood, PrivacyOther Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, OutbuildingExterior: Extensive Hardscape, StorageFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved,Private,Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: City/CountyNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1345 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 565 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 54

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 04090902854640

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $549,900Price Per Sqft: $288
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT

Location

Direction & Address
City: TOWSONCommunity: Towson
School Information
Elementary School: HamptonElementary School District: Baltimore County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School: DumbartonJr High / Middle School District: Baltimore County Public SchoolsHigh School: Towson High Law & Public PolicyHigh School District: Baltimore County Public Schools

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: MDBC2166568

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2010 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7590 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: MDBC2166568Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1345

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: NSource Internet Consumer Comment: NSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Christina Dudley, (443) 803-3876
Compass, (410) 886-7342
Co-Listing Agent: Kathryne Cusato, (240) 815-1002
Compass, (410) 886-7342
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDBC2166568
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Market trends in Towson

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$513K
$31.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
0.5%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$233
$4
MoM
Available listings
134
10
MoM

Price History for 47 Willow Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/29/2026$549,900ContingentBright MLS #MDBC2166568
07/07/2026$549,900PriceChange
Bright MLS #MDBC2166568
06/12/2026$559,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #MDBC2166568
06/03/2022$494,500Sold
Bright MLS #MDBC2032350

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,947
Assessment$365,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 47 Willow Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.13
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$489,000
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1,644
0.06
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$410,000
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$485,000
01/20/26
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3
2,288
0.24
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$535,000
06/15/26
3
3
2,270
0.35
Single-Family Home
$381,000
01/29/26
3
2
2,190
0.03
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$325,000
01/29/26
3
1.5
1,591
0.35
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$447,000
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1.5
1,200
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$329,000
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1.5
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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 47 Willow Ave.
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What Locals Say about Towson

At least 344 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "This is the most amazing neighborhood in baltimore county. Schools are great and people are amazing. "
  • Melissa.gambuto
    "There aren’t sidewalks in the whole neighborhood so you have to walk in the street. Otherwise, drivers are on the lookout for people walking, so I feel it’s rather safe."
  • Eilif3
    "Clean and friendly. Lots of places to run and walk the dogs. County taxes. Great neighborhood with convenient shops and restaurants "
  • DB
    "There is a small park in the neighborhood with a playground. Convenient to Safeway and the local neighborhood children have a bus stop at the corner of the main road. Children and parents collectively come together to wait for the bus together. The neighborhood is walkable with access to take walks during the day and in the evening without compromising safety, The local high school has a large track and field that is used by the local neighborhood individuals for walks/jogs, soccer and football. "
  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhoods and community events. Local fireworks displays, college and high school events, local events and the libraries. "
  • Shundacummings33
    "Potlucks school events it’s so much to choose from food trucks always in area our neighbors stick together also that’s what matters . "
  • Mworzask
    "Nice schools, plenty of places to dine in or carry out. Most folks are friendly. Raised my children here, good that young families are moving in."
  • Trulia User
    "it is a super quick drive to work, but the roads are pretty often under construction or plated or have potholes"
  • Trulia User
    "The beltway and roads around the college can get quite crowded. The proximity to main roads and health facilities means that traffic will be a constant."
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for 13 years. I love the diversity of the neighborhood and the real community feel here."
  • Trulia User
    "very clean and safe, I love the rowhomes and hope to buy one, currently renting. everyone is friendly and it's very walkable "
  • Trulia User
    "Lived there for 12 years and always felt relatively safe. The schools in the area are great as well. Lots of places to shop and walk. Neighbors are usually kind and alleyways are clean. "
  • Trulia User
    "Very diverse with people from different races, ages and backgrounds. People walk all the time & waive to each other. Neighbors are friendly and we hang out together as a group often."
  • Trulia User
    "Free space to walk dogs and wooded trails to walk dogs. Leashes are a good idea because of the wild life around. "
  • Trulia User
    "There are lots of young families and an amazing tot lot. Kids are often outside playing with each other. It’s very family friendly. "
  • Tyana N.
    "A lot of families and many things to do nearby. Also close to universities, colleges, and hospitals/medical centers"
  • Kmmj58
    "Good schools, walkable neighborhood, pet and kid friendly. Lots of young families. Parking can be challenging at times. "
  • Karen H.
    "They would like the doggie clean up stations. There are many dogs and at any time you may be joined by other dog walkers. They are all friendly, pretty much clean up after themselves and share the sidewalk. "
  • Alesha W.
    "Towson Festival Weekly Summer block party Fire works in July Trunk or treat at Immaculate Conception "
  • Jma0525
    "Easy to walk dogs on sidewalks. Most apartments have bags to pick up after dogs. There is a lot of space to walk and not feel crammed. "
  • Clarizza A.
    "They are good mix of people who lives around the neighborhood. It’s very safe around the neighborhood "
  • Catherine S.
    "Its a safe, cute, quiet and family friendly neighborhood. Great during the holidays. The neighborhood gets into it."
  • Valdevas
    "Lots to do and pretty nice schools! Close enough to Baltimore to go to events and explore the city but far enough to not be dangerous. Lots of college kids - a lot of the apartment complexes are full of students"
  • Melissa G
    "There are many families in our area and neighbors look out for each other. I feel safe here. I’m not happy about the elementary school that we are zoned for though."
  • Anonymous
    "My neighborhood is pet friendly. Pet owners are welcomed in this neighborhood. Pets can be walked in several areas in this neighborhood."
  • Lauren K.
    "Everyone is very friendly and always says hi, that’s actually what attracted us to the neighborhood originally."
  • Meg
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 7 years and love it. Most of my neighbors are great. The neighborhood is fairly safe. Parking is not a problem. "
  • A Fishman
    "It’s a very active place. Great for every age. Restaurants are easily found. Shopping areas offer a full variety of products. "
  • Melanie &. M. P.
    "I’ve lived and grown up in the Towson area most of my life. It’s amazing town full of small owned shops, restaurants and bars with a mix of medium to large size businesses. The local university brings youth and excitement to the town. "
  • Parisa.sorouri
    "Great neighborhood and lots of public transportation . Close to downtown Towson and lots of shopping malls"
  • Chiquita H.
    "It’s a very safe neighborhood and well maintained area with lots of shops near by and it’s also within walking distance to the mall"
  • Trinityj0103
    "There are a lot of dog owners in this area. From the looks of it dogs of different breeds are very happy and well maintained"
  • Marasheli
    "Driving to work is not a problem. I always appreciate drivers who fo not tailgate or drive recklessly. Traffic reports are quite helpful. Perhaps the Light Rail line will expand, which would help ease traffic on the roads...one can always hope (:"
  • Nick
    "Way to congested. People are rude and self involved.everything has to be protected and watched at every moment and the only thing people care about are themselves and what’s going on in their little world."
  • debbie g
    "I work in Towson and its a very nice environment for ppl of all races ages and gender. I highly recommend Towson if you afford it .I will say the cost of living is a bit high here.Its very nice though. I hope this review helps . peacful community"
  • Gerardo M. V. D. V.
    "You see friendly people walking there friendly dogs all around ! I don't have a dog but I'm positive about living with a dog in the neighborhood"
  • Brenda M.
    "I would like to live in a neighborhood with friendly people no matter what skin color u are who help each other I have a section 8 voucher and not be judged because I have one I am friendly and quite I have a disability and quiet and love people with no with color of our skin"
  • Wendy L.
    "Towson is a beautiful area,with pretty well-kept homes and vibrant businesses. A very good neighborhood."
  • Lauran B.
    "You see people walking there dogs all the time. There is not much open area for your dog to use the bathroom, but if your dog uses the bathroom just make sure to clean up the poop, because it most likely will be in someone’s yard."
  • Amanda D.
    "we take the kids trick-or-treating down our road. The neighbors are very nice and off and wave to us as we give out candy."

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Agent Phone: (443) 803-3876
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47 Willow Ave, Towson, MD 21286 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,910 sqft single-family home built in 1940. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jun 12, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# MDBC2166568.