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HISTORIC HOMES (CENTRAL MD)

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HISTORIC HOMES (CENTRAL MD)

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Historic Homes for Sale in Central Maryland

(Pre-1940)

Whether you’re drawn to a circa-1800s farmhouse, a storybook Craftsman bungalow, or a stately Victorian with original details, Central Maryland offers a rare collection of homes that simply cannot be replicated today.

This curated search focuses exclusively on homes built prior to 1940 across Frederick, Carroll, Howard, Montgomery, and Washington Counties—properties rich in craftsmanship, character, and enduring architectural beauty. From wide-plank floors and hand-hewn beams to welcoming front porches and timeless proportions, these homes tell a story the moment you step inside.

Explore Historic Communities & Counties

Frederick County: A treasure trove of historic districts, including New Market, Frederick City, and Middletown—known for preserved streetscapes and beautifully restored homes.

Carroll County: Rolling farmland, charming small towns, and classic farmhouses with generous acreage and pastoral views.

Howard County: A unique blend of history and convenience, where older homes are tucked into established landscapes near modern amenities.

Montgomery County: From historic villages like Brookeville to early 20th-century homes in walkable communities, this area offers character close to DC.

Washington County: Rich in Civil War history, with stone homes, farmsteads, and properties that reflect deep Maryland heritage.

Why Choose a Historic Home?

Owning a historic home is about more than square footage—it’s about connection, craftsmanship, and legacy.

These homes often feature architectural details you won’t find in new construction, established settings with mature trees, solid materials and timeless design, and a sense of place, story, and permanence.

The Maryland Old House Collective Difference

The Maryland Old House Collective was created for those who see homes differently.

This is not a general home search—it’s a carefully curated experience designed for buyers and sellers who value vintage and historic architecture, thoughtful restoration and preservation, and unique, one-of-a-kind properties.

With over three decades of experience and a deep appreciation for older homes, this platform is built to help you discover, understand, and ultimately own a piece of Maryland’s history.

Real Estate Trends for Historic Homes

Historic homes continue to attract strong interest from buyers seeking character and individuality. While each property is unique, well-maintained and thoughtfully updated older homes often hold their value exceptionally well. Inventory tends to be limited, making these properties highly sought after when they come to market.

Start Your Search

Browse homes built prior to 1940 across Central Maryland and discover properties that offer more than a place to live—homes with character, history, and a story to carry forward.

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Avg # of Bedrooms
$252
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$739,381
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Owners outgrew this fabulous condo with the recent birth of their newborn son -- this condo has been meticulously cared for, and is move-in ready; featuring cherry cabinets, granite and Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, cherry wood floors, upgraded lighting, in-unit washer/dryer, & more. This Community & building are like no other loaded with charm!  

Welcome to this wonderful, completely renovated and reconstructed condo (2012) with open and bright floor plan and stunning views of the wooded glen of the Historic National Park Seminary from the large private terrace with newly updated pavers.  This one-of-a-kind, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, condo features a home office/bonus room with storage organizers adjacent to the Bedroom behind a newly added barn door, gleaming wood floors, updated kitchen with all new high-end stainless steel appliances, cabinet pull outs/inserts, and new washer dryer combo.  National Park Seminary is an incredible, historic yet modern community.   Enjoy living in the beautiful & historic National Parks Seminary.  Amenities include fitness center, party/game room, walking paths, & more.  Unit comes with a coveted, deeded, covered garage parking space P-41, AND A RECENTLY PURCHASED SECOND, SEPARATELY DEEDED COVERED PARKING SPACE P-62 ($5,000) - Only 40 covered parking spaces exist - keep, rent, or sell parking spaces if desired; spaces allow owners direct, inside access to building; no need to walk outside during undesirable weather patterns.  There is also plenty of additional surface parking available for guests and other owners. So very convenient! Backs to Rock Creek Park, near Forest Glen Metro and Ride-On Bus Line, quick access to Connecticut Ave/Georgia Ave/Beach Dr/495 & DC.  Pets are welcome.  This is a vibrant community filled with architectural interest, a nature lovers dream with bike /walking paths along beach drive, trail heads into Rock Creek Park and two metro stops close by; Forest Glen and Silver Spring metro, Kensington Farm market, grocery and shops. ** Great location, great neighbors, and would definitely stay if a 3 bedroom unit was available.
#MDMC2218024

SILVER SPRING

9610 DEWITT DRIVE SH205

1 Beds

1 Baths

1,013 Sq.Ft.

$350,000

MLS#: MDMC2218024

Welcome Home to Downtown Frederick Living
Step onto the charming front porch and into a home that perfectly blends character with modern updates. The main level flows seamlessly from the welcoming family room into a separate dining room — ideal for entertaining. The updated kitchen impresses with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a full size dishwasher, and an abundance of cabinet space.
Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers built-in storage cabinets, providing the organization and functionality you've been looking for. A fully updated full bathroom showcases updated tile work and vanity. Down the hall, two additional bedrooms offer flexibility — one large enough to serve as a second primary suite.
Convenience continues with in-unit laundry, including a full-size washer and dryer.
Step outside from the kitchen to your private, fully fenced backyard with a covered stone patio, perfect for entertaining or unwinding. The yard leads directly to your own off-street parking space, a rare find in downtown living.
Located just moments from Baker Park, and within walking distance to Frederick’s shops, restaurants, and vibrant downtown scene, this home also offers easy access to I-70, I-270, and Route 15 for commuters.
A perfect blend of location, charm, and practicality. Don’t miss this opportunity to own in one of Frederick’s most sought-after areas.
#MDFR2078854

FREDERICK

202 MAPLE AVENUE

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,152 Sq.Ft.

$350,000

MLS#: MDFR2078854

Ready for a country home?  Bordered on 2 sides by farmland. Sunset views from wrap around porch. Approximately 8 years ago property (house) received new shingle roof, double pane windows, vinyl siding, & well pump replaced.  This vintage property has large rooms, all bedrooms accessed from a hallway, (no walk thru bedrooms), a large 2 car garage with a large storage loft.  Needs your tender touch to update interior.
#MDCR2032492

HAMPSTEAD

105 S HOUCKSVILLE ROAD

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,496 Sq.Ft.

$350,000

MLS#: MDCR2032492

Investor Special 3BR/2BA single family home located on a spacious lot in a quiet neighborhood of Hampstead. The main floor offers a large bedroom and cozy entry/sitting room with  a spacious living room, and kitchen. Upstairs you'll find 2 large bedrooms and a full bathroom. From the main floor step outside to a covered porch that overlooks the yard offering tons of green space, and two large garages. Endless options for the car enthusiast!! Located in close proximity to shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes.
#MDCR2031012

HAMPSTEAD

920 N HOUCKSVILLE ROAD

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,369 Sq.Ft.

$350,000

MLS#: MDCR2031012

Farmhouse in the heart of Manchester! 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms with an oversized 24X30 detached garage for under $350K. Walk into the open layout kitchen great for entertaining guest coupled with a separate private dining room for memorable family dinners. The main level bedroom has multiple uses such as a home office or playroom. The meticulously crafted wood molding will catch your eye as you make it into the full bathroom on the main level. Continuing upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms and another full bathroom. The master bedroom has a backyard facing balcony to enjoy sunsets or a peaceful cup of coffee. There is a walk-up attic that provides easy access storage or other uses based on your imagination. You will find a lovely level yard with an established strawberry patch as well as endless space to continue a garden. The private driveway and detached garage welcome multiple cars. Home sweet home! Set up an appointment today.
#MDCR2034350

MANCHESTER

3060 WESTMINSTER STREET

4 Beds

2 Baths

1,588 Sq.Ft.

$339,999

MLS#: MDCR2034350

Look at this gorgeous Colonial home featuring stunning craftsmanship and beautiful woodwork including original pocket doors and custom handrails on the flowing staircase leading to 4 generous sized bedrooms on the second level. The sellers are motivated and must move. Act Now.  Open to ALL reasonable offers, and eager to negotiate. Schedule your private showing today and see the possibilities for yourself!"***  The  home is located in the historic town of New Windsor, MD, and only needs your love and vision. You’ll find this 4 bedroom, one and a half bath property to be more than roomy. Your Kitchen with stainless appliances opens to the spacious dining room for easy entertaining. The main level offers, living, dining, laundry, and the half bath. Step out back to your fenced in yard with private patio for coffee/tea, or reading your favorite book. Upstairs, you will find generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and a stairway to the bonus level. Use the third level for additional storage, or its waiting for your vision to add living space. Convenient off-street parking in the rear gives you security for your vehicles. New Windsor offers rich history with the small-town feel, but is close to all the amenities of Westminster, only a 10-minute drive away. Let’s work together to make this your next home. Schedule your tour today.
#MDCR2033414

NEW WINDSOR

221 MAIN STREET

4 Beds

1 Baths

1,936 Sq.Ft.

$339,000

MLS#: MDCR2033414

GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUY A LOVELY HOUSE!!! LOVELY LIVING IN THE COUNTRY BUT AT THE SAME TIME LIVING IN THE CITY in one of Hagerstown's most desirable quiet neighborhoods on an impressive level .35-acre lot. NO HOA. NO CITY TAXES . USDA eligible. Gleaming hard wood floors throughout the entire home. Cozy, inviting living room has a beautiful brick fireplace to enjoy during winter evenings. Tastefully updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of useable cabinet and counter space. Separate dining room, perfect for holiday entertaining. Full, unfinished basement. Detached single car garage. Covered front and back porches. Very commuter friendly location within just minutes to I-81, I-70, and Hagerstown Regional Airport. Close proximity to Meritus Medical Center, downtown Hagerstown, the historic Maryland Theatre, shopping, and fine dining. THIS PROPERTY WON'T LAST LONG.  THIS HOUSE COULD BE YOURS!!! HURRY!!! HURRY!!! SUBMIT YOUR OFFER!!!! WELCOME HOME.
#MDWA2033438

HAGERSTOWN

12207 W LAWN LANE

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,106 Sq.Ft.

$339,000

MLS#: MDWA2033438

Welcome to 13 W. All Saints Street in the heart of downtown Frederick, MD. 
Thoughtfully updated and beautifully maintained, this charming townhome is freshly painted, clean, bright, and move-in ready. Set on a private, level lot, the fenced backyard offers a quiet retreat with a gated side entrance. Perfect for slow mornings, evening gatherings, or a little space to unwind.

 Inside, the kitchen blends function and style with granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, new LVP flooring, and a full suite of new stainless steel appliances.

Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, along with a second-floor balcony off of the hallway - just the spot for coffee or a breath of fresh air. The home carries a balance of character and modern updates, making each space feel both warm and practical.

The unfinished basement adds everyday convenience with a dedicated laundry area, stone walls, and a concrete floor. 

All of this just steps from Frederick’s vibrant downtown - where local shops, dining, and charm are right outside your door. On-street parking.

If you’ve been waiting for something special, this is it!
#MDFR2079456

FREDERICK

13 W ALL SAINTS STREET

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,114 Sq.Ft.

$335,000

MLS#: MDFR2079456

Fully Rented Triplex | $3,175 Monthly Income | Hagerstown

Solid brick three-unit property located at 616 W Franklin Street, delivering immediate and stable cash flow. The asset is fully occupied and generates $3,175 per month in gross rental income, totaling $38,100 annually.

The property consists of three 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each with private parking. All units are separately metered for electric and feature baseboard heating, keeping utility costs with the tenants and providing a clean, predictable expense structure.

This is a true plug-and-play investment. Take over and continue collecting consistent income from day one. The building offers durable construction, functional layouts, and strong long-term rental demand in an established Hagerstown location, just minutes from I-70, I-81, and downtown amenities.

Stabilized multifamily assets with separate utilities and reliable income streams continue to perform well in Washington County. Whether you are expanding your portfolio or entering the multifamily space, this is a straightforward, income-producing property with proven performance.
#MDWA2034700

HAGERSTOWN

616 W FRANKLIN STREET

6 Beds

None Baths

2,715 Sq.Ft.

$334,900

MLS#: MDWA2034700

New on site 3 days ago
Welcome to 51 N Main Street Keedysville, MD.  This updated home with a large fenced-in back yard offers so may benefits to buyers. Its a few steps from the back yard to the newly installed pickleball courts and other amenities at Taylor Park, its a short walk to the Keedysville library, minutes from Sharpsburg, Boonsboro and tons of other historic sites that make this property so desirable for buyers wanting a quality home in a quiet neighborhood with lots to do within minutes of home.
The Kitchen, dining room, living room, half bath and equipped laundry are on the first floor.  Upstairs you will find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms.  The home has updated vinyl windows throughout, all exterior walls in the home have been insulated with Spray Foam and fiberglass batting which provides a very efficient space to heat or cool.  The attic area is also conditioned.  The basement is accessible from an exterior side entrance giving access to the mechanicals and additional storage.  The back yard has a large gate in the rear for vehicle access.  The back yard is huge and extends all the way to Taylor Drive with additional parking located along Taylor Drive.
#MDWA2036886

KEEDYSVILLE

51 MAIN STREET

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,625 Sq.Ft.

$334,900

MLS#: MDWA2036886

Large home! Do you want to spread out? Formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room (previously used for alteration business), eat in kitchen, many closets upstairs too. Large living room could be separated into additional office space, possible guest area (maybe a Murphy bed?). All furniture in home may convey.
#MDWA2036742

HAGERSTOWN

925 FREDERICK STREET

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,648 Sq.Ft.

$325,000

MLS#: MDWA2036742

WELCOME HOME to a place where time slows down, stories linger, and every room feels like it's been waiting just for you!   Built in 1905 and lovingly held by the same family for over 70 years, this stately all-brick colonial has watched generations come and go, holidays celebrated, front porch conversations lingered over, and every day life unfold with quiet grace.  From the moment you step onto the wide 12x8 covered front porch, you feel the era it was born into -- a time when craftsmanship mattered, when walls were built three bricks thick, and when homes were made to last.  Inside, a classic center-hall stairway and foyer opens to the gracious formal living room and dining room on either side, each filled with the warmth of natural light and the glow of gleaming hardwood floors that have been beautifully cared for.  The eat-in kitchen is a place where meals were shared and stories passed down; and off the kitchen is the main-level laundry and half bath which add convenience without disturbing the home's timeless character.  Upstairs there are 3 comfortable bedrooms, including one with an entire wall of built-ins.  The two bedrooms with carpeting have hardwood under carpet.  From the bedroom level there's a walk-up attic, ready for ample storage or future expansion.  The poured concrete lower level with its built-in shelving and outside entrance, hints of the practicality woven into this home's history.  And just off the kitchen, an enclosed rear porch leads to a covered patio and fenced yard, perfect for summer evenings, backyard grilling, gardening, and family gatherings.  There is alley access (off Garden View Dr) to a covered carport and storage shed which adds even more function to this already thoughtful property.  Over the years the home has been gently updated with respect for its heritage; a new main house architectural-shingle roof in 2024, new kitchen roof in 2024, new water heater in 2024, new furnace in 2025, tilt-in replacement windows, and a new main electric service and meter will be installed prior to closing,  If you've been searching for a home with soul -- one with character, charm and a sense of belonging--nestled in a sleepy village that's convenient to everything (and within walking distance to Maugansville Creamery), then this one is for you and these kinds of move-in ready homes don't come along often.  Its next chapter is ready to be written.  As information, there is an existing functioning rain-fed cistern for outside watering purposes such as washing vehicles and gardening.
#MDWA2036512

MAUGANSVILLE

13640 VILLAGE MILL DRIVE

3 Beds

1 Baths

2,442 Sq.Ft.

$324,900

MLS#: MDWA2036512

This duplex presents a fantastic opportunity for investors or owner-occupants alike. Each spacious unit (538 & 540) features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, offering strong rental income potential.
Enjoy the convenience of ample street parking, along with additional off-street parking available at the rear of the property. 
Property is being sold as-is.
#MDWA2035858

HAGERSTOWN

538 SUMMIT AVENUE

6 Beds

None Baths

3,026 Sq.Ft.

$320,000

MLS#: MDWA2035858

Welcome to 50 S Church St, a beautifully refreshed semi-detached home just moments from downtown Westminster. The main level includes a convenient powder room, while the upper level hosts three bedrooms and a full bath, JUST RENOVATED FULL BATHROOM. You'll love the modern kitchen, complete with granite countertops, ample workspace, stainless steel appliances, a stylish backsplash, and a sunny breakfast nook.
Updates continue throughout with improved lighting, renovated baths, and recent major systems— including a newer roof and hot water heater. Step outside to a generous fenced yard with green space, a fire pit, and shed—ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. A wonderful opportunity to own an updated home in a sought-after location!
#MDCR2031344

WESTMINSTER

50 S CHURCH STREET

3 Beds

1 Baths

1,416 Sq.Ft.

$319,999

MLS#: MDCR2031344

This is a large brick home with a fireplace in the living room, Separate Dining Room, Hardwood Floors, a Full Basement, a Large Attic, Fenced Rear Yard, including the basement this property has 6 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms in the Main house and an additional Guest House with 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms. The front house is limited to a single-family dwelling.
“To help visualize this home’s floorplan and to highlight its potential, virtual furnishings may have been added to photos found in this listing." • All initial offers must be submitted by the BUYER AGENT ONLY. Buyers and buyer's agent to verify any and all info.
#MDWA2033870

HAGERSTOWN

1111 SALEM AVENUE

8 Beds

5 Baths

4,034 Sq.Ft.

$319,900

MLS#: MDWA2033870

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