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Severn
Property highlights
Experience the perfect fusion of history and luxury at Severn, Baltimore's oldest high-rise apartment overlooking the scenic Mount Vernon Square. Residents cherish its spacious, light-filled apartments featuring unique vintage details like high ceilings and original fireplaces. Situated in a beloved neighborhood, Severn is a gateway to a convenient lifestyle with abundant dining, schooling, and entertainment options just a stroll away. The rooftop pool at the nearby 611 Park Avenue community ensures leisure is always within reach. Pet enthusiasts will delight in the fact that both cats and dogs are welcome, adding to the warmth and charm of this captivating historic residence.
- 0 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds • 4 Beds
- Location
- 701 Cathedral Street, Baltimore MD 21201, Mount Vernon
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking + more
- Commute
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The Severn, a historic high-rise apartment building that offers spacious apartment homes, is located just minutes away from everything. Dating back to 1894, The Severn is first high-rise apartment building in Baltimore and is still the tallest building overlooking Mt. Vernon Square. The Severn offers spacious 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments with hardwood floors, large windows and tile baths. During the season you can unwind and relax at the rooftop pool above The Severn's sister community, 611 Park Avenue, merely two blocks away. The Severn has all you could ever want and more!
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
rent
$25 per pet/month
limit
2
fee
$250 per apartment
restrictions
50lbs, aggressive breeds
Explore the Area
Eddie's of Mount Vernon
0.2 mi
Streets Market & Cafe
0.4 mi
Trinacria Foods
0.4 mi
7 Food Market
0.4 mi
Total Health Center
0.5 mi
Topside
0.1 mi
Sugarvale
0.1 mi
Dooby's
0.1 mi
Khun Nine Thai
0.1 mi
Indigma
0.1 mi
Cathedral Street & Madison Street Southbound
0.1 mi
Charles Street & Mount Vernon Place Northbound
0.1 mi
Washington Monument
0.1 mi
Madison Street & Charles Street Westbound Near-side
0.1 mi
Cathedral Street & Centre Street Opposite Southbound
0.1 mi
Pier 7 Helipad
3.0 mi
Model Airplane Field
4.5 mi
Baltimore-Washington International/Thurgood Marshall Airport
9.0 mi
Essex Skypark
10.1 mi
Martin State Airport
11.0 mi
7 /10
Baltimore School For The Arts
Public9-12
414 Students
0.1 mi
2 /10
Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women
Charter6-12
507 Students
0.2 mi
1 /10
New Hope Academy
Public6-12
85 Students
0.5 mi
3 /10
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School
PublicPK-5
357 Students
0.5 mi
3 /10
Baltimore Design School
Public6-12
510 Students
0.7 mi
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West Mount Vernon Place
0.1 mi
North Mount Vernon Place
0.1 mi
Washington Monument
0.1 mi
South Mount Vernon Place
0.1 mi
East Mount Vernon Place
0.1 mi
The Engineers Club
0.1 mi
George Peabody Library
0.1 mi
Arthur Friedheim Music Library
0.1 mi
C. Grimaldis Gallery
0.2 mi
Center Stage
0.2 mi
Howards Park Dog Park
0.2 mi
Senior Dog Park
0.2 mi
Liberty Dog Park
0.6 mi
Unleashed
1.5 mi
Chateau Marmutt
1.5 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 99 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 100 — Excellent transit access across the city.Public Transit Access
The Mount Vernon area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 94 nearby routes: 88 bus, 6 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Cathedral Street & Madison Street Southbound (~0.05 mi)
- Charles Street & Mount Vernon Place Northbound (~0.09 mi)
- Washington Monument (~0.09 mi)
- Madison Street & Charles Street Westbound Near-side (~0.1 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Baltimore, MD, the average rent is $1,540+ for a studio, $1,732+ for a 1-bedroom, $2,121+ for a 2-bedroom, and $2,449+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Baltimore, MD, check out our monthly Baltimore, MD Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
Some of Severn's amenities include on-site laundry, hardwood floors, and dishwasher. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Severn is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, Severn is pet-friendly.
Yes, Severn offers parking.
No, Severn does not offer units with in unit laundry.
Yes, Severn has a pool.
Yes, Severn has accessible units.
Yes, Severn has units with dishwashers.
Yes, Severn has units with air conditioning.