NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 S Franklin St Chagrin Falls, OH 44022

Estimated Value: $928,000 - $1,053,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,346 Sq Ft
$295/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2021

Last sale price $825,000 $247 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,000/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Gurney Elementary School Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Patio

About This Home

As of September 2021

Outstanding home with impressive curb appeal and sidewalks to countless Village amenities. Exceptional condition. 9.5 foot ceilings on 1st and 9 foot ceilings on 2nd. Stunning millwork – baseboards, crown, and casings. Hardwood floors throughout 1st and 2nd. Neutral throughout. Heavenly sun room/2nd family room. Vaulted ceilings in owner’s suite addition, plus laundry and flex space, currently used as office. Beautiful landscaping, great patio areas, hot tub included, and large front porch living. "Best kept secret" location taking advantage of the Village lifestyle with Geauga County taxes and no RITA, regional income tax.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laurel Worley Heater

Howard Hanna License #414801 Listed on: 08/28/2021

Howard Hanna

Co-Listed By

Kristen Worley Thalman

Howard Hanna License #2006001198

Last Buyer's Agent

Laurel Worley Heater

Howard Hanna License #414801 Listed on: 08/28/2021

Howard Hanna

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,908

Year Built

  • Built in 1889

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,346 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Partial Basement
  • Home Security System

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 03-001600

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,908

Year Built

Built in 1889

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family
  • Style: Victorian
  • Price Per Square Foot: 246.56
  • Estimated Price per Sq Ft: 246.56
  • Year Built Exception: Actual YBT
  • Total Sq Ft: 3346
  • Year Built: 1889
  • Court Ordered Y N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1889

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Security System
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Count: 10
  • Basement Detail: Partial
  • Laundry: 1
  • Sq Ft Approx Above Grade Finished: 3346.00
  • Sq Ft Approx Total Finished: 3346.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Fences: Invisible Pet
  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Garage Features: Attached
  • Garage Num Of Cars: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Water/Sewer: Public Water, Public Sewer

Schools

  • School District: Chagrin Falls EVSD
  • School District: Chagrin Falls EVSD

Lot Info

  • Additional Assessor Parcel Number 1: 03-019081
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Acres: 0.2400
  • Parcel Number: 03-001600

Tax Info

  • Tax: 18908

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2021
Closed on
Aug 26, 2021
Sold by
Kniskern Matthew W and Kniskern Margaret F
Bought by
Behrens Stacy and Behrens Ktmberley
Seller's Agent
Laurel Worley Heater
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Laurel Worley Heater
Howard Hanna
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
3.25%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$987,680

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$162,680
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2014
Closed on
Oct 3, 2014
Sold by
Hirsch Bradley M and Hirsch Rebecca
Bought by
Kniskern Matthew W and Kniskern Margaret F
Seller's Agent
Susan Metallo
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Buyer's Agent
Wendell Ball
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realty
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,000
-11.3%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.25%
Original Mortgage
$417,001
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2003
Sold by
National Residential Nominee Svcs Inc
Bought by
Bork Debora J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2003
Sold by
King John J and King Karla J
Bought by
National Residential Nominee Svcs Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2000
Sold by
Koepf Paul and Koepf Philip
Bought by
King John J and King Karla J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,200
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 1999
Sold by
Berkey Charles J and Berkey Constance B
Bought by
Koepf Paul and Koepf Philip

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,400
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1990
Bought by
Berkey Charles J
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Behrens Stacy $825,000 Landsel Title
Kniskern Matthew W $620,000 Attorney
Bork Debora J $540,000 Chicago
National Residential Nominee Svcs Inc $547,500 Chicago
King John J $454,000 Midland Title Security Inc
Koepf Paul $303,000 --
Berkey Charles J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kniskern Matthew W $363,000
Previous Owner Kniskern Matthew W $417,001
Previous Owner King John J $543,750
Previous Owner Hirsch Bradley M $543,750
Previous Owner King John J $358,500
Previous Owner King John J $70,000
Previous Owner King John J $363,200
Previous Owner Koepf Paul $305,400
Previous Owner Berkey Charles J $195,000
Previous Owner Berkey Charles J $95,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Sold $825,000 +3.3% $247 / Sq Ft
08/31/2021 08/31/21 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2021 08/28/21 For Sale $799,000 +28.9% $239 / Sq Ft
11/04/2014 11/04/14 Sold $620,000 -11.3% $187 / Sq Ft
10/09/2014 10/09/14 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2014 06/02/14 For Sale $699,000 -- $211 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Now

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 $17,778 $276,850 $60,270 $216,580
2023 $18,152 $276,850 $60,270 $216,580
2022 $17,929 $237,340 $25,130 $212,210
2021 $17,985 $237,340 $25,130 $212,210
2020 $18,905 $237,340 $25,130 $212,210
2019 $16,003 $188,370 $25,130 $163,240
2018 $15,642 $188,370 $25,130 $163,240
2017 $16,003 $188,370 $25,130 $163,240
2016 $12,994 $169,090 $19,250 $149,840
2015 $11,871 $169,090 $19,250 $149,840
2014 $11,871 $169,090 $19,250 $149,840
2013 $11,954 $169,090 $19,250 $149,840
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now

MLS Number: 4306707

MLS Now

APN: 03-001600