$405,000
SOLD MAY 19, 2026

178 Benson Rd Fairlawn, OH 44333

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,544 Sq Ft
0.62 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 19, 2026

$159 Per Sq Ft

6 on Market

Highlights

  • Basketball Court
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA
  • Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Rated A
  • Granite Countertops
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2026

Beautifully remodeled Fairlawn Ranch style home. Brick and vinyl on over .6 ac
1984 sq ft above ground with another 840 finished sq ft in the lower walk-up level, for a total of 2730 sq ft of living space Plus 9x17, 3-season sunroom that overlooks the huge fenced-in backyard with large patio and half-court basketball court & new shed installed in 2021. The entire interior was repainted in 2024 including the LL.
Remodeled from top to bottom since 2018 including all new interior doors, lighting, remodeled & reimagining kitchen w/ white cabinets, granite counter tops subway tiled backsplash, ceramic tile flooring, Samsun Black SS appliances & Island w/ seating area, that flow into a family room with access to the sunroom. Update dining rm with new wainscoting chair rail new lighting & laminate flrng. Large living received Barn doors, Laminate flrng too has access to the 3-season sun rm (currently being used as a 4 brm).
Remodeled main bath w/tiled bath surround w/niche, new fixture countertop height vanity topped w/ granite. Brushed nickel faucet. Primary brm w/ remodeled on suite bath features shower w/niche, new fixtures, vanity & lighting. All 3 brms received new carpet & new closet door to match the all-new interior doors throughout the home. Foyer received new tile floor w/ Laminate flrng though the hallway, dining room & living rm. The finished walk-up lower level features a large (50x13) recreation rm with wet bar w/ back bar, cook top & vent fan. This flows into cozy side room with fireplace. There is the laundry/storage area w/ new furnace A/C & Hot water tank along w/ an update 1⁄2 bath. There is also additional storage in the waterproofed crawl space. The Walk-up basement steps are covered by a set of Bilco doors in the back yard. Nothing to do! Just move in, relax and enjoy!!
See attached docs for list of updates with dates. Seller providing one year home warranty for the buyer's peace of mind.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Latine

Howard Hanna Brokerage Email: MichaelLatine@HowardHanna.com, 330-802-6459 License #439805 Listed on: 03/15/2026

Howard Hanna

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Shier

EXP Realty, LLC. License #2019003598

EXP Realty, LLC.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,052

Year Built

  • Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 27,042 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Basketball Court
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fairlawn Heights Estate #5 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0901806

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,052

Year Built

Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.62 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Attribution Contact: MichaelLatine@HowardHanna.com, 330-802-6459
  • ResoLotFeatures: Flat, Irregular Lot, Level, Wooded
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name: Fairlawn Heights Estate #5
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1894.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Reso Interior Features: Wet Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, See Remarks, Bar
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Up Access, Sump Pump
  • Basement: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 650.0
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Glass Doors, Wood Burning
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Basketball Court
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Acres: 0.6208
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Electricity, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved

Utilities

  • LaundryFeatures: Washer Hookup, In Basement, Lower Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Copley-Fairlawn CSD - 7703

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 0901806
  • LandLeaseYN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4051.74

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2018
Closed on
Oct 19, 2018
Sold by
Trout Taylor V
Bought by
Brewer Marquel L
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Latine
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Michael Latine
Howard Hanna
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.89%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Outstanding Balance
$171,071
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$230,057

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2016
Closed on
Jun 27, 2016
Sold by
Rowaland Deborah
Bought by
Trout Taylor V
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Latine
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Marilyn Latine
Howard Hanna
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$179,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$176,641
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Deed $179,900 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $199,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $176,641 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/19/2026 05/19/26 Sold $405,000 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
03/21/2026 03/21/26 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2026 03/15/26 For Sale $405,000 +92.9% $159 / Sq Ft
10/24/2018 10/24/18 Sold $210,000 -2.3% $111 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/30/2018 08/30/18 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2018 08/20/18 For Sale $215,000 +19.5% $114 / Sq Ft
06/28/2016 06/28/16 Sold $179,900 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/14/2016 05/14/16 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2016 05/14/16 For Sale $179,900 -- $95 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

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
2026 $8,531 $98,385 $20,839 $77,546
2025 $4,079 $98,385 $20,839 $77,546
2024 $3,894 $98,385 $20,839 $77,546
2023 $3,894 $98,385 $20,839 $77,546
2022 $3,541 $73,973 $15,666 $58,307
2021 $3,326 $73,973 $15,666 $58,307
2020 $3,251 $73,980 $15,670 $58,310
2019 $3,220 $65,600 $14,890 $50,710
2018 $3,155 $65,600 $14,890 $50,710
2017 $2,425 $65,600 $14,890 $50,710
2016 $2,423 $55,820 $14,890 $40,930
2015 $2,425 $55,820 $14,890 $40,930
2014 $2,416 $55,820 $14,890 $40,930
2013 $2,423 $56,080 $14,890 $41,190
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

MLS Number: 5193956

MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

APN: 09-01806

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