Sally Metz
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 993-5215
41 Total Sales
1 in Hyde Park
$239,000 Price
2486 Observatory Ave Cincinnati, OH 45208
Hyde Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
5
Baths
2,713
Sq Ft
9,060
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Marble Flooring
- Walnut Hills High School Rated A+
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2026A signature Hyde Park home where timeless elegance and refined luxury come together in perfect harmony. Filled with natural light and meticulously renovated, this showpiece features exquisite craftsmanship throughout. The designer kitchen features custom inset cabinetry, quartz countertops, a full-height slab backsplash, and an oversized island. Rich, refinished hardwood floors, original millwork, soaring ceilings, and a stunning solarium create elegant yet inviting living spaces. Retreat to the luxurious primary suite featuring a fireplace, spa-inspired adjoining bath with dual vanities, and a spacious walk-in closet. Outside, enjoy a professionally landscaped private backyard with a large Trex deck, exceptional for entertaining or relaxing. Extensive 2021-2026 improvements include a new HVAC, a tankless water heater, electrical and plumbing upgrades, 3rd-floor mini-splits, and more. Premier location near Hyde Park Square, Cincinnati Country Club, and only 10 minutes from downtown!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #2014002535 Listed on: 07/09/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,292
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 9,060 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 175
- Aluminum or Metal Fence
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Detached Carport Space
- Oversized Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,713 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Woodwork
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Vinyl Clad Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Solarium
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Wood Cabinet
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 9, 2026
Closed on
Jul 28, 2026
Sold by
His3 Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Walt Gibler
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Woodham
Sibcy Cline, Inc.
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.42%
Views
18
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-80.90%
Original Mortgage
$1,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,138,918
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$187,186
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2023
Sold by
Metz Ross A and Metz Mary P
Bought by
His3 Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2022
Sold by
Metz William and Metz Mary K
Bought by
Metz Ross A and Metz Mary P
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 23, 2020
Closed on
Jun 5, 2020
Sold by
Mangino Michael J
Bought by
Metz Ross A and Metz Mary P
Seller's Agent
Drew Homan
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Walt Gibler
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-8%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.34%
Original Mortgage
$425,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2005
Sold by
Hopkins Jeffrey D and Hopkins Christine B
Bought by
Sirva Relocation Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2004
Sold by
Demma Joseph John and Mclellan Marty L
Bought by
Hopkins Jeffrey D and Hopkins Christine B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$395,440
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2003
Sold by
Ward Terry P
Bought by
Demma Joseph John and Mcclellan Marty L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
4.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2001
Sold by
Averett Barbara J
Bought by
Ward Terry P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$357,500
Interest Rate
7.23%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 1998
Sold by
Holtzman Jan M and Holtzman Sandra N
Bought by
Ward Terry P and Averett Barbara J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Hyde Park, OH
-
Sally Metz
-
Barry Bates
Barry Bates
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 993-6141
139 Total Sales
1 in Hyde Park
$350,000 Price
-
Steven Douglass
Steven Douglass
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 952-8792
133 Total Sales
1 in Hyde Park
$325,000 Price
-
Catresa Bourelle
Catresa Bourelle
NavX Realty, LLC
(937) 900-9152
33 Total Sales
1 in Hyde Park
$460,000 Price
-
Larry Pauly
Larry Pauly
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 657-2765
46 Total Sales
2 in Hyde Park
$210K - $350K Price Range
-
Morna Stansbury
Morna Stansbury
Comey & Shepherd
(513) 878-1350
77 Total Sales
1 in Hyde Park
$875,000 Price
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 07/28/26 | Sold | $1,200,000 | +0.4% | $442 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/10/2026 07/10/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/09/2026 07/09/26 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +107.8% | $440 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/06/2020 09/06/20 | Off Market | $575,000 | -- | -- | |
| 06/05/2020 06/05/20 | Sold | $575,000 | -4.2% | $212 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/06/2020 05/06/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/06/2020 04/06/20 | Price Changed | $599,900 | -4.0% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/14/2020 03/14/20 | For Sale | $625,000 | 0.0% | $230 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/14/2020 03/14/20 | Price Changed | $625,000 | -3.1% | $230 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/03/2020 03/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/23/2020 02/23/20 | For Sale | $645,000 | +16.5% | $238 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/15/2013 10/15/13 | Off Market | $553,500 | -- | -- | |
| 07/16/2013 07/16/13 | Sold | $553,500 | -- | $204 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
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 | $15,210 | $240,139 | $96,810 | $143,329 |
| 2024 | $15,189 | $240,139 | $96,810 | $143,329 |
| 2023 | $14,654 | $240,139 | $96,810 | $143,329 |
| 2022 | $13,690 | $201,250 | $70,700 | $130,550 |
| 2021 | $13,184 | $201,250 | $70,700 | $130,550 |
| 2020 | $13,566 | $201,250 | $70,700 | $130,550 |
| 2019 | $14,202 | $192,735 | $60,949 | $131,786 |
| 2018 | $14,224 | $192,735 | $60,949 | $131,786 |
| 2017 | $13,516 | $192,735 | $60,949 | $131,786 |
| 2016 | $13,781 | $193,725 | $52,458 | $141,267 |
| 2015 | $12,420 | $193,725 | $52,458 | $141,267 |
| 2014 | $12,509 | $193,725 | $52,458 | $141,267 |
| 2013 | $11,074 | $168,539 | $48,125 | $120,414 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Walt Gibler
Seller's Agent in 2026
Walt Gibler
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 382-4109
29 in this area
537 Total Sales
-
Valerie Woodham
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Valerie Woodham
Sibcy Cline
(513) 307-7603
7 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
Drew Homan
Seller's Agent in 2020
Drew Homan
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 240-1043
17 in this area
249 Total Sales
-
Ingrid Likes
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Ingrid Likes
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 965-1483
14 in this area
216 Total Sales
-
Michael Hinckley
Seller's Agent in 2013
Michael Hinckley
Coldwell Banker Realty
(513) 608-1886
97 in this area
310 Total Sales
-
JC
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Jason Chandler
Comey & Shepherd
Map
Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)
MLS Number: 1885030
APN: 042-0001-0094
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