5538 Link Ave, Halethorpe, MD 21227
OFF MARKET

5538 Link Ave
Halethorpe, MD 21227

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,908 sqft

$429,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,640/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$429,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,640/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,908 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$429K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-0.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$11K (+2.5%)
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 increased by +89% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$430K
July 2026$432K
June 2026$436K
May 2026$437K
April 2026$436K
March 2026$433K
February 2026$427K
January 2026$426K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
5514 Link Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.12
Single-Family Home
$394,000
08/21/26
4
2
1,649
5536 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.07
Single-Family Home
$425,000
05/18/26
3
2
1,844
5530 Willys Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.09
Single-Family Home
$375,000
12/22/25
3
2
1,760
5559 Gayland Rd, Halethorpe, MD
0.21
Single-Family Home
$382,000
07/10/26
4
2
1,674
5521 Willys Ave, Halethorpe, MD
0.09
Single-Family Home
$445,000
04/16/26
3
2.5
1,814
5605 Oregon Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.14
Single-Family Home
$379,250
06/18/26
4
2.5
1,689
5542 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.06
Single-Family Home
$375,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,446
1246 Elm Rd, Baltimore, MD
0.24
Single-Family Home
$399,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,552
1326 Birch Ave, Halethorpe, MD
0.27
Single-Family Home
$399,900
09/12/25
4
2
1,440
5527 Willys Ave, Baltimore, MD
0.07
Single-Family Home
$350,000
02/19/26
3
3
1,362

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
5542 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.06
$375,000
4
1
1,446
Recently Sold
5536 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.07
$425,000
3
2
1,844
Recently Sold
5552 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.07
$360,200
3
2
1,629
Off Market
5529 Willys Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.06
$415,200
3
2
1,499
Off Market
5527 Willys Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.07
$350,000
3
3
1,362
Recently Sold
5521 Willys Ave, Halethorpe, MD 21227
0.09
$445,000
3
2.5
1,814
Recently Sold
5530 Willys Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.09
$375,000
3
2
1,760
Recently Sold
5559 Ashbourne Rd, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.09
$385,000
3
2
1,170
Recently Sold
5604 Carville Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.11
$386,200
3
2
1,401
Off Market
5514 Link Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.12
$394,000
4
2
1,649
Recently Sold
5605 Oregon Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
0.14
$379,250
4
2.5
1,689
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5538 Link Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1927
Living Area
1,908 sqft
Price/Sqft
$225
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to 5538 Link Ave, Arbutus' newest and most stunning renovation to hit the market this spring! This traditional style property has been fully renovated; boasting brand new flooring, completely remodeled bathrooms, and modern fixtures throughout. The main level features a huge eat-in kitchen with new appliances, quartz counters and cabinets, a traditional dining room, living room, and even an extra family/office space. Upstairs you can tuck in the whole family with 3 bedrooms and a gorgeous bath. The fully finished basement has your fourth bedroom, a ground level exterior access, another full bath and all the space you need to host your O's watching party next October. Have your next cookout in the beautiful pet friendly yard. Not to mention, the long driveway leads to a 2 car detached garage for you to tuck your cars away or use as a huge workshop. You’ll only be a stones throw away from the MARC train line and UMBC; and with just a 5-10min drive you can find yourself on 95, 195, 295, 395, 695, and 97, making this location a commuters dream. This gem is more than ready for its new family. Reach out and schedule your showing today!
5538 Link Ave, Halethorpe, MD 21227 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,908 sqft single-family home built in 1927. It last sold for $419,000 on May 21, 2024 (6% above the $394,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $429,200, with a rent estimate of $2,579/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Brad Lanasa, (443) 691-6505
Next Step Realty
Listing Team: A Place & Company
Bought with: Carole Heiss, (410) 913-5856, Redfin Corp
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#MDBC2094646

Home Details for 5538 Link Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1908 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: ThreeAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Front,Off Street,Detached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1408 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 500 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Combination, Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 04131307150010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $394,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 22 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable, Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: BALTIMORECommunity: North Halethorpe
School Information
Elementary School District: Baltimore County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Baltimore County Public SchoolsHigh School District: Baltimore County Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1908 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6250 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: MDBC2094646Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1408

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 21, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2094646
Sold
$419,000
Apr 29, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2094646
Pending
$394,000
Apr 25, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #MDBC2094646
Listed For Sale
$394,000
Feb 28, 2024
Source: N/A
Sold
$225,000
May 29, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$162,000

Market trends in Halethorpe

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$313K
$9.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$205
$1MoM
Available listings
65
1MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Halethorpe

At least 207 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's quiet

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 26 % Say there are community events

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  • Ronald Stewart
    "If there were more dog stations on main road for disposables. Maybe a dog park or play area would be great"
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  • Clarkcandis26
    "I like it great place to raise a family . Its not to many children but more than enough students college kids "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love my neighbors and neighborhood it’s a great area to live we all get along watch each other backs "
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  • Trulia User
    "Just far enough outside the city, ideally the commute could be shorter. I do enjoy where I live. Nice family Friendly feel "
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  • Trulia User
    "none at all its cool very quiet area bus are perfect to luve at nice people great area ..................."
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  • Trulia User
    "Horrible place to live in, used to be a nice area to live in and have your kids outside playing on all the parks but now it’s horrible and there’s a lot of drugs and crime in this area now. "
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  • Mcluciw
    "I see many dog owners out and about walking their dogs and they seem happy enough. it also seems like people clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Erica B.
    "I have a dog and I love living in Halethorpe. We take him in walks daily and all other dog owners are friendly too. We’ve been lucky to run into other dog owners and get along well. "
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  • Edith C.
    "Its close to major highways and the commute is average if not during peak hours. The roads are terrible but thats to be expected since it’s so close to Baltimore. "
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  • Brieboschi
    "It gives off the sense of being home. Majority of people are nice, it’s right next to UMBC, there’s a lot of parks for children, all around a really nice area. "
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  • Isandersop2133
    "dog friendly neighborhood but not everyone cleans up after their dog. but the area is clean overall "
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  • Kristamariebrewer
    "Food truck Wednesday’s. Arts festival in May. Train garden Santa and the fire trucks driving Santa. 4th of July parade. "
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  • Ngayles
    "Pretty decent community full of children close to highways and public transportation surrounded by elementary middle and high schools "
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  • Magen H. W.
    "I work at the loa hospital, so my commute is less then 10 minutes. However, we have easy access to 95, 195, 295, and 995 "
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  • Glen H.
    "My neighborhood has great public transportation, easy access to the Light Rail and Bus Line just blocks within each other"
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  • Jamalc642
    "Schools are close by but the ratings are very low. Police activity is high but responses tend to be slow if needed. Very mixed demographic is probably the best aspect of the area."
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  • Sistercinema
    "It's a quick and easy ride to downtown Baltimore, the suburbs, or anywhere on 95 or 695. It's also accessible by bus or the Baltimore Highlands light rail station. "
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  • Rthomas6681
    "peaceful quiet nice people can leave my kids toys outside without them being stolen can have a package delivered and left on my door step without worrying about it being missing when I get home great area"
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  • 410 F.
    "The neighborhood is what ever you make it. Yes bad things happen but if you're experience is how you make it, I'd you want to keep to yourself you can if you want to be popular you can but we give the same energy out here for the most part. "
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  • Law abiding citizen
    "I rent and crime here is High! Not a good area to raise children. schools are not that good either. Alot of people walking the roads here every night. stay out of Baltimore county if you love your family! "
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  • Dalaiah E.
    "A lot of dog owners. It’s quiet though, which is nice. You don’t see dog poo everywhere. Responsible owners. "
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  • Carol M.
    "Fairly easy during non rush hours. I also feel this is a fairly safe place to live. Lived here my whole life. "
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  • Figueroajust
    "Local, home town feel Close to the airport, rail and major highways Neighborhood is nice and people as well A great place to live with old world charm "
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  • Easantana142387
    "No play area for big dogs and no close parking no area for children to play in and the nearest grocery store is Walmart and it a five minute drive the bus line is towards the outside of the neighborhood so nearly a 10 min walk "
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  • Jamesmullen81
    "The churches do a lot to help the community, Lansdowne elementary just built an amazing new school, in my opinion it's the finest one around. There is a heavy police presence so crime has really gone down quite rapidly."
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  • K
    "I've lived here most of my life, about 20 years. It was a nice community when I was younger, with friendly neighbors and really good schools. There are still great lights around Christmas but not as much of a sense of community anymore and not the safest area."
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  • Oldfashionedfloors
    "Dogs are walked all the time. Near by park to take the walking distance from many homes. A dog friendly neighborhood!"
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  • geekygirly
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for 10 years. The neighbors are great and there are a ton of kids. If the schools were better, we would stay."
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  • geekygirly
    "Good neighbors, lots of kids, but zoned schools are mediocre and have shown no signs of academic improvement for years."
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  • geekygirly
    "Some schools are better than others. Make sure if education is important to to you to visit the schools your child is zoned for. "
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  • Deja S.
    "A fair comes to the shock lot around the corner. At Christmas Santa ride around the community on the fire truck."
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  • Jenna N.
    "My car gets broken into about once a month. I live on a well lit street directly across from relay elementary school. I have to put shoes on my dog because the neighborhood streets and sidewalks are consistently coated in broken glass bottles. "
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  • Stephanie H. G.
    "The hustle of a city but still has cozy charm. Middle working class community that is tight knit. Close to many routes to DC and Baltimore including g the Marc train system. "
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  • Sannerapl
    "friendly neighbors, quiet, safe. amenities close by. fire department close by. police presence. nice parks with walking trails. lots of wild animals. price of housing is lower than other neighborhoods. "
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Frequently asked questions about 5538 Link Ave

  • What is 5538 Link Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5538 Link Ave in Halethorpe, MD is $429,200.
  • What is the price history for 5538 Link Ave?
    5538 Link Ave in Halethorpe, MD last sold for $419,000 in May 2024.
  • Is Halethorpe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Halethorpe is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Halethorpe?
    The median sale price in Halethorpe is $313K. That is down $9.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 5538 Link Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5538 Link Ave in Halethorpe, MD has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5538 Link Ave?
    The lot at 5538 Link Ave in Halethorpe, MD is about 0.14 acres (6,250 sq ft).

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