NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1315 Observatory Ave Cincinnati, OH 45215

Estimated Value: $268,000 - $317,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,170 Sq Ft
$135/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 31, 2018

Last sale price $168,000 $77 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,909 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1-minute walk to Observatory Park

About This Home

As of August 2018

This stylish residence is nestled on .174 acres in a desirable cul-de-sac location. The house comes complete with a 2 car detached garage, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 beds, a formal dining room and retains the value of peaceful living while being conveniently close to shops and school. Plenty of outdoor opportunity with fenced yard and rear deck w/city view.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Cox

The Six Realty, LLC License #2023004919 Listed on: 08/08/2018

Co-Listed By

Kim Cox

The Six Realty, LLC License #2014001400

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Cox

The Six Realty, LLC License #2023004919 Listed on: 08/08/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,716

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 7,579 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 51x154
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,170 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,716

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

7,579 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Suburb: Reading
  • Land Description: Less than .5 Acre
  • Broker Approved: Yes
  • Miscellaneous: Attic Storage,Cable,Ceiling Fan,Smoke Alarm
  • Census Tract Realist: 232.22
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Lot Area Realist: 7579.00
  • Suburb S I C: Reading
  • Price Per Acre: 965517.24
  • Basement Features: Concrete Floor,Framed,Glass Blk Wind,Unfinished,Walkout,Other
  • Level 1 Bathroom Type: Full
  • Level 1 Bathroom: Yes
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Yes
  • Dining Room Feat: Wood Floor
  • Entry Foyer: Closet,Wood Floor
  • Living Great Rm Dim: 13 x 21
  • Living Room Feat: Fireplace,Wood Floor
  • Mechanical Systems: Garage Door Opener,Security System
  • Single Family Desc: Single Family
  • Study Lib Den Dim: 0 x 0
  • Water Heating: Gas
  • Year Built: 1949
  • School 1 Type: District Phone
  • Architecture: Tudor
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Directions: S on Columbia Rd, L on Observatory Ave.
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Status: Sold
  • Showing Start Date: 2018-08-08
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Occupancy: At Closing
  • Second Floor Area: 806
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Bedroom 2: 14x12 Level: 2
  • Bedroom 3: 10x12 Level: 2
  • Dining Room: 18x12 Level: 1
  • Living Room: 13x21 Level: 1
  • Recreation Room: 8x22 Level: 1
  • Formal Dining Room: Yes
  • Flex Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Reciprocal Listing: No
  • School Name1: Call SD 513-554-1800
  • Semi Annual Taxes: 1358
  • Kitchen: 14x7 Level: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry,Vinyl Floor,Wood Cabinets
  • Basement: Full
  • Entry: 7x5 Level: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Kitchen Dim: 14 x 7
  • Levels: OneandOneHalf
  • Zero Selling Price: No
  • Bathroom 1: Full
  • Bathroom 2: Full
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 3: Partial
  • Bathroom 3 Level: 2
  • Laundry Room: 13x12 Level: Basement
  • Laundryroom Dim: 13 x 12
  • Recreation Room Dim: 8 x 22
  • Fireplace: Ceramic, Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Available for Lease: No
  • Bldg Sq Ft (Realist): 2170.00
  • Windows: Double Hung, Insulated
  • First Floor Family Room: No
  • PrimaryBedroomDim: 12 x 13
  • Primary Bathrooms: Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • PrimaryBedFeat: Wood Floor
  • P R I M A R Y B E D R O O M: 12x13 Level: 1

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • Fencing: Metal
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • Outside Features: Cul de sac, Deck, Other
  • Foundation: Block
  • Listing Price: 172500.00
  • Acres: 0.1740
  • New Construction: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Carport: Garage Detached,Rear
  • Parking: Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Gas: Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Yes/No: No
  • Association: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service

Schools

  • District: Reading Community Ci

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 51x154
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7579.00
  • Total Assessed Value: of record
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Abatement: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2018
Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tim Cox
The Six Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Tim Cox
The Six Realty, LLC
List Price
$172,500
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-2.61%
Current Estimated Value
$292,166

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$124,166
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.34%
Original Mortgage
$134,400
Outstanding Balance
$115,988
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$176,178

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$168,000 Acs Title & Closing Services
$140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $134,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/16/2018 12/16/18 Off Market $168,000 -- --
08/31/2018 08/31/18 Sold $168,000 -2.6% $77 / Sq Ft
08/12/2018 08/12/18 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2018 08/08/18 For Sale $172,500 -- $79 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,977 $74,911 $12,338 $62,573
2024 $3,890 $74,911 $12,338 $62,573
2023 $3,944 $74,911 $12,338 $62,573
2022 $3,993 $58,800 $10,689 $48,111
2021 $3,337 $58,800 $10,689 $48,111
2020 $3,369 $58,800 $10,689 $48,111
2019 $2,877 $45,823 $9,461 $36,362
2018 $2,880 $45,823 $9,461 $36,362
2017 $2,717 $45,823 $9,461 $36,362
2016 $2,559 $43,254 $9,272 $33,982
2015 $2,579 $43,254 $9,272 $33,982
2014 $2,257 $43,254 $9,272 $33,982
2013 $2,288 $44,136 $9,461 $34,675
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Tim Cox

    The Six Realty, LLC

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Kim Cox

    The Six Realty, LLC

    1 Total Sale

    Kim Cox
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Map

Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

MLS Number: 1591537

MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

APN: 671-0014-0044

Ohio Hamilton County Cincinnati 45215

1315 Observatory Ave, Cincinnati, OH

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