Seller's Agent in 2020
Julie Back
Sibcy Cline
(513) 607-3850
71 in this area
434 Total Sales
1354 Observatory Dr Cincinnati, OH 45208
Estimated Value: $1,257,000 - $1,434,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,010
Sq Ft
$338/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Traditional Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Kilgour Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Observatory Historic District
About This Home
As of April 2020Charming Home on Cul-de-sac street. Great Location Walk: schools, Ault Park, HP on ML Square. Kitchen and bathrooms updated. Family rm, study, Living rm and all have good natural light & open flow, 5 nice size bedrooms. Lower Level could be used for many things...currently a workshop. Private rear patio and tiered spacious yard.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sibcy Cline, Inc. License #0000405161 Listed on: 02/21/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 116 x 162
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,010 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Hung Windows
- Panel Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Wood Cabinet
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2020
Closed on
Apr 13, 2020
Sold by
Forston Stanley R and Forston Marilyn E
Bought by
Couch Todd and Couch Jennifer F
Seller's Agent
Julie Back
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Dowling
Comey & Shepherd
List Price
$774,500
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,500
-3.16%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$607,116
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.22%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$531,854
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$797,210
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 2010
Sold by
Meyer Lori W and Meyer Christopher A
Bought by
Forston Stanley R and Crumpton Marilyn E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,900
Interest Rate
5.14%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2004
Sold by
Meyer Christopher and Meyer Lori W
Bought by
Meyer Lori W and Meyer Christopher A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2002
Sold by
Strauss Katherine K
Bought by
Meyer Cristopher and Meyer Lori W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$429,000
Interest Rate
6.1%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Couch Todd | $750,000 | None Available | |
| Couch Todd | $750,000 | Ntc | |
| Forston Stanley R | $618,725 | None Available | |
| Meyer Lori W | -- | None Available | |
| Meyer Cristopher | $629,000 | Vintage Title Agency Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Couch Todd | $152,100 | |
| Open | Couch Todd | $600,000 | |
| Closed | Couch Todd | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Forston Stanley R | $77,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Forston Stanley R | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Christopher A | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Christopher A | $89,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Christopher A | $333,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Christopher A | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Cristopher | $429,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strauss Peter J | $480,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Strauss Peter J | $175,000 | |
| Closed | Meyer Cristopher | $74,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2020 07/14/20 | Off Market | $750,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2020 04/15/20 | Sold | $750,000 | -3.2% | $187 / Sq Ft |
| 02/25/2020 02/25/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2020 02/21/20 | For Sale | $774,500 | -- | $193 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,548 | $344,373 | $158,078 | $186,295 |
| 2023 | $21,012 | $344,373 | $158,078 | $186,295 |
| 2022 | $17,038 | $250,391 | $115,385 | $135,006 |
| 2021 | $16,400 | $250,391 | $115,385 | $135,006 |
| 2020 | $16,881 | $250,391 | $115,385 | $135,006 |
| 2019 | $19,893 | $269,994 | $99,470 | $170,524 |
| 2018 | $19,923 | $269,994 | $99,470 | $170,524 |
| 2017 | $18,928 | $269,994 | $99,470 | $170,524 |
| 2016 | $16,758 | $235,666 | $85,656 | $150,010 |
| 2015 | $15,107 | $235,666 | $85,656 | $150,010 |
| 2014 | $15,215 | $235,666 | $85,656 | $150,010 |
| 2013 | $14,203 | $216,206 | $78,582 | $137,624 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Back
-
Elizabeth Dowling
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Elizabeth Dowling
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 237-3314
2 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)
MLS Number: 1652360
APN: 043-0002-0019
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