NOT LISTED FOR SALE

188 E Royal Forest Blvd Columbus, OH 43214

Clintonville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $357,464 - $372,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,168 Sq Ft
$311/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 02, 2025

Last sale price $365,000 $312 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $2,301/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Fenced Yard

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to this beautifully updated cape cod in one of Columbus's most charming neighborhoods! Step inside to refinished hardwood floors that flow throughout the living spaces. The inviting living room features a classic wood-burning fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The remodeled kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a gas range, and an under-counter washer/dryer with extra storage. A sunny breakfast nook opens to the dining room, creating a perfect spot for gatherings.

The main level also features an updated full bath and a spacious owner's bedroom with both a double and single closet. Upstairs are two versatile bedrooms—ideal for bedrooms, an office, or hobby space. The large basement provides plenty of storage and includes a high-efficiency gas furnace.

Outside, the backyard is a private retreat with a flagstone patio and pergola surrounded by landscape. This home blends modern updates with timeless charm, offering move-in-ready comfort and style!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Klopfer

The Brokerage House License #2017004730 Listed on: 08/14/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jerri Barlage

Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs License #2009002403

Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,673

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,168 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-002211

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,673

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Accessible Features: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Co List Office Phone: 614-500-7870
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Realist
  • Reso Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, One
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Location Property Info List PriceSqFt: 303.94
  • Remarks Misc Hot Sheet Comments: new
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Basement Basement YN2: Yes
  • Rooms LL Laundry: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Central: Yes
  • Interior Amenities Gas Range: Yes
  • Interior Amenities Gas Water Heater: Yes
  • Fireplace One: Yes
  • Fireplace Log Woodburning: Yes
  • Foundation:Block: Yes
  • Water Source Public Water Source: Yes
  • Interior Amenities Dishwasher: Yes
  • Rooms 1st Flr Primary Suite: Yes
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit Existing Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
  • Fencing Fenced Yard: Yes
  • Levels One and One Half: Yes
  • Architectural Style Cape Cod: Yes
  • Common Walls No Common Walls: Yes
  • Remarks Misc userdefined79: Welcome to this beautifully updated cape cod in one of Columbus's most charming neighborhoods! Step inside to refinished hardwood floors that flow throughout the living spaces. The inviting living room features a classic wood-burning fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The remodeled kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a gas range, and an under-counter washer/dryer with extra storage. A sunny breakfast nook opens to the dining room, creating a perfect spot for gatherings. The main level also features an updated full bath and a spacious owner's bedroom with both a double and single closet. Upstairs are two versatile bedrooms—ideal for bedrooms, an office, or hobby space. The large basement provides plenty of storage and includes a high-efficiency gas furnace. Outside, the backyard is a private retreat with a flagstone patio and pergola surrounded by landscape. This home blends modern updates with timeless charm, offering move-in-ready comfort and style!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Entry Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Upstairs Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Partial
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • General Property Info Baths FH: 1.0
  • Other Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Basement Description:Partial: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Patio and Porch Features Patio: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage
  • Parking Features Detached Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Gas2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO.

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 010-002211
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.6
  • Additional Parcels: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4673.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Sergakis Nicholas and Sergakis Peter
Bought by
Graybill Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Klopfer
The Brokerage House
Buyer's Agent
Jerri Barlage
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
List Price
$355,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.82%
Views
15
Current Estimated Value
$363,616

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,384
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.35%
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Outstanding Balance
$291,495
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,121

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2020
Closed on
May 19, 2020
Sold by
Koch Hannah M and Bradberry Hannah M
Bought by
Sergakis Nicholas and Sergakis Peter
Seller's Agent
Tondalaya Adiansingh
Cutler Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Klopfer
The Brokerage House
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
5.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.11%
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2016
Sold by
Shaw Timothy E and Shaw Abigail J
Bought by
Koch Hannah M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2014
Sold by
Loucks Nicole M
Bought by
Shaw Timothy E and Shaw Abigail J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2009
Sold by
Shaw Abigail J and Shaw Timothy Edward
Bought by
Loucks Nicole M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,500
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2004
Sold by
Stephens Loren E
Bought by
Peterson Abigail J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,500
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Graybill Nicholas $365,000 World Class Title
Sergakis Nicholas $295,000 Title One Agency
Koch Hannah M $240,000 None Available
Shaw Timothy E $175,000 None Available
Loucks Nicole M $175,000 World Class
Peterson Abigail J $132,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Graybill Nicholas $292,000
Previous Owner Sergakis Nicholas $236,000
Previous Owner Koch Hannah M $192,000
Previous Owner Shaw Timothy E $140,000
Previous Owner Loucks Nicole M $157,500
Previous Owner Peterson Abigail J $132,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $365,000 +2.8% $313 / Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 For Sale $355,000 +20.3% $304 / Sq Ft
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Off Market $295,000 -- --
03/27/2025 03/27/25 Off Market $295,000 -- --
05/20/2020 05/20/20 Sold $295,000 +5.4% $253 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/16/2020 04/16/20 For Sale $279,900 -- $240 / Sq Ft
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $4,673 $104,130 $41,300 $62,830
2023 $4,614 $104,125 $41,300 $62,825
2022 $4,595 $88,590 $25,030 $63,560
2021 $4,603 $88,590 $25,030 $63,560
2020 $4,001 $76,900 $25,030 $51,870
2019 $3,584 $59,080 $19,250 $39,830
2018 $3,282 $59,080 $19,250 $39,830
2017 $3,582 $59,080 $19,250 $39,830
2016 $3,291 $49,670 $16,100 $33,570
2015 $2,987 $49,670 $16,100 $33,570
2014 $2,995 $49,670 $16,100 $33,570
2013 $1,406 $47,285 $15,330 $31,955
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Kimberly Klopfer

    The Brokerage House

    (614) 582-9159

    4 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Kimberly Klopfer
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  • Jerri Barlage

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Jerri Barlage

    Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs

    (937) 597-7115

    1 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Jerri Barlage
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  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Tondalaya Adiansingh

    Cutler Real Estate

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Map

Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS

MLS Number: 225030681

Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS

APN: 010-002211

Ohio Franklin County Columbus 43214 Clintonville

188 E Royal Forest Blvd, Columbus, OH

Not Listed for Sale

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