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Closing Cost Program Ready Home**1226 E Chase St**Ideal for the Savvy 1st Time Home Buyer — a move-in ready opportunity that checks all the boxes for a smart first-time homebuyer looking to build equity instead of paying rent. Step inside to a bright, open main level filled with natural sunlight and upgraded luxury laminate plank flooring. The upper level offers comfortable carpet throughout the bedrooms and hallway, creating a cozy retreat upstairs. The partially finished lower level provides a private bedroom suite with luxury plank flooring and its own full bath — ideal for guests, extended family, or even additional income potential to help offset your mortgage. Major recent updates will give you peace of mind: * **Recently replaced roof** * **Recently updated HVAC system** * **New washer and dryer** * Heavy-duty **steel front and rear exterior doors** for added security The entire home has been freshly remodeled with new paint and thoughtful upgrades throughout, meaning less upfront maintenance and more confidence as a new homeowner. Outside, enjoy a spacious fenced backyard perfect for cookouts, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing after work. Built in 1993, this well-kept 3BR/2BA interior row home blends modern updates with classic Baltimore charm, sitting on a quiet, tree-lined block with **wider streets and plenty of street parking** — a rare find in the city. You’re minutes from **Johns Hopkins Hospital**, **Inner Harbor**, the North Ave corridor, **Downtown Baltimore**, and quick access to **Interstate 83** — making commuting simple whether you work in healthcare, downtown, or surrounding counties. If you’re employed by Hopkins or another participating employer, ask about the **Live Near Your Work** program and other city incentives that reward you for living close to your job. This 1993 subdivision maintains the traditional Baltimore row-home look while offering a quieter residential feel and easier parking than many surrounding blocks. Solid updates. Strong location. Real value --- First-Time Buyer Advantage – Don’t Leave Money on the Table Baltimore City offers multiple down payment and closing cost assistance programs for qualified first-time buyers. Depending on eligibility, buyers may access **thousands of dollars in grants and forgivable loans** that can dramatically reduce your cash needed at closing. Some programs can be layered together — especially for those working near major employers like Johns Hopkins. Buyers are strongly encouraged to speak with their mortgage lender and have them calculate the potential savings available through Baltimore City’s first-time homebuyer programs. The right strategy could significantly lower your out-of-pocket costs. Be sure to check the schedule for **multiple open houses held weekly** for your convenience — come tour, run the numbers, and see how homeownership in this location can make real financial sense. Seller prefers buyers to use local title company Clearview Title Company, they are familiar with this property and ready to close as soon as possible