119 Potomac Street • Boonsboro, MD 21713

$318,000 Beds: 2 • Baths: 1 full • Sq. Feet: 1724 • MLS ID: MDWA2038416 • Subdivision: BOONSBORO • School Dist: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Step back in time while enjoying modern comforts in this charming pre-Civil War 1850 Federal-style home located in the heart of historic Boonsboro. Rich in architectural character, this home is larger than it appears and showcases timeless details including double chimneys, Flemish bond brickwork, cut limestone window lintels, a grand side entry hall with a dramatic three-story open staircase, and beautifully refinished random-width hardwood floors, with exciting potential for future expansion in both the attic and basement. The upper level features two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The main level offers a welcoming front parlor, a recently renovated kitchen, and a generous family room perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The lower level includes a partially finished basement with additional unfinished space for laundry, storage, and utilities. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard with alley access, off-street parking, and a one-car garage. Better yet, the property backs directly to the 50-acre Shafer Park, offering walking trails, sports fields, playgrounds, concerts, festivals, and year-round recreation just beyond your backyard. Located only 0.2 miles (approximately a 4-minute walk) from downtown Boonsboro, you'll enjoy easy access to charming shops, local restaurants, museums, and community events. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being just minutes from Crystal Grottoes Caverns, Washington Monument State Park, Greenbrier State Park and Lake, Antietam National Battlefield, South Mountain State Park, Devil's Backbone County Park, and many other historic and recreational destinations. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, an active lifestyle, or the perfect weekend getaway, this unique historic home offers the best of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and Maryland history. Come experience everything historic Boonsboro has to offer! View this listing at: http://gaylordbrooksgroup.com/mls=MDWA2038416

Property Features

  • Garage: 1
  • Taxes: $3,505
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Parking Notes: 1 Total Parking Spaces
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.16 Acre(S)
  • Heating: Heat Pump(s),Baseboard - Electric
  • Fuel Type: Oil,Electric
  • Cooling: Central A/C,Ceiling Fan(s),Heat Pump(s)
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 3.0
  • Municipality: Boonsboro
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Fencing Description: Board, Fully, Other
  • Lot Description: Backs - Parkland
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Crushed Stone
  • Appliances: Microwave,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Rooms: Living Room,Bedroom 2,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,Bedroom 1,Laundry,Storage Room,Utility Room
  • SQFT Total Finished: 1724
  • SQFT Above Finished: 1424
  • SQFT Below Finished: 300
  • Exterior: Sidewalks
  • Interior: Kitchen - Country,Kitchen - Table Space,Kitchen - Eat-In,Wood Floors
  • Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
  • Windows: Double Pane,Insulated,Screens,Vinyl Clad
  • Electric Description: Circuit Breakers
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available

Room Sizes

  • Foyer: 25 x 8 Level: Main
  • Family Room: 16 x 10 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: 15 x 12 Level: Upper 1
  • Living Room: 14 x 12 Level: Main
  • Kitchen: 13 x 11 Level: Main
  • Bedroom 1: 15 x 12 Level: Upper 1
  • Utility Room: 20 x 11 Level: Lower 1
  • Storage Room: 20 x 11 Level: Lower 1

School Information

  • High School: BOONSBORO SR
  • Middle School: BOONSBORO
  • Elementary School: BOONSBORO
  • School District: WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Printed July 22, 2026


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