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  • The Severn

    701 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201

    Located in Mount Vernon, Baltimore zip code 21201
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry

    What's special

    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!

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center: Fitness Center Access
    Other
    • Shared: Laundry Facility
    • Swimming Pool: Pool Access
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator
    • On-Site Maintenance: 24-hour Emergency Maintenance

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator: Frost Free Refrigerator/Freezer
    Flooring
    • Carpet: Hardwood Floors or Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Tile: Ceramic Tile Baths
    Other
    • Claw-foot Tubs In Select Units
    • High Ceilings
    • Individual Climate Control
    • Large Historic Windows
    • Window Coverings: Mini-blinds

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months
    Pet essentials
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    • DogsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)50
      Monthly dog rent$50
      One-time dog fee$350
    • CatsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)50
      Monthly cat rent$50
      One-time cat fee$350
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    Special Features

    • Gate: Resident Controlled Building Access
    • Mailroom
    • Vintage: Historic Community

    Neighborhood: Mount Vernon

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    99 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    100 / 100
    Rider's Paradise
    83 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Baltimore

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Severn?

    The Severn has a walk score of 99, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of The Severn?

    The Severn has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.

    What schools are assigned to The Severn?

    The schools assigned to The Severn include The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School, Baltimore School For The Arts, and Joseph C. Briscoe Academy.

    Does The Severn have in-unit laundry?

    No, but The Severn has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is The Severn in?

    The Severn is in the Mount Vernon neighborhood in Baltimore, MD.

    What are The Severn's policies on pets?

    Dogs are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $50 for dogs. Cats are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $50 for cats.

    Does The Severn have virtual tours available?

    Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for The Severn.

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