Hot House: 6105 Blackburn Lane, Cedarcroft, Baltimore 21212

Arts and Crafts style bungalow, circa 1922, with wood clapboard siding and new shingle roof. Four bedrooms, 2 full baths over two stories and 2,026 sq. ft. with half basement. Large living room w/ fireplace, dining room, den, galley kitchen, large deck off kitchen. Three bedrooms and full bath on main level. Wood floors throughout. Large loft-style bedroom and full bath upstairs. Well maintained, with new exterior paint, upgraded electric, backup generator, central a/c, waterproofed basement. On .34 landscaped acres with gardens. Garage/potting shed: $449,000

What: Arts and Crafts bungalows are a prized commodity, with their quirky hipped rooflines and broad eves that invite you to step outside. This one has a square shape and a cool paint job that makes it especially appealing, although some of its vintage charm is actually hiding behind a bush in this photo. The welcome starts at the wide front door, which opens into the living room in an informal, “we’re here!” kind of way. Like lots of Arts and Crafts houses, there are built-in bookshelves and cabinets in nearly every room — part of the uncluttered “Mission” aesthetic — the idea being that quality details lend character and distinction to small and simple houses. This is one level living, and the layout, while not exactly “open plan,” is pretty open. The flow directs you onto the back deck and garden which is private and beautiful. The three downstairs bedrooms could easily become a large master suite.

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