2581 Berkshire Rd Cleveland, OH 44106
Cedar-Fairmount Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,524
Sq Ft
0.35
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 4 Fireplaces
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
- Porch
About This Home
As of July 2025Wow! Unique, Victorian gem with over $100K in recent improvements! This amazing, 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home offers 4 fireplaces, gleaming hardwood floors, beautiful custom woodwork and moldings, carved archways, stained glass windows on the entry door to foyer as well as the magnificent upper landing and window seats. Stunning details throughout! Previous Owner, Cleveland Author, Michael Ruhlman has written stories boasting about the renovations he has completed! The charming covered front porch opens to the gracious foyer that leads to the spacious living room with fireplace, a large family room/den office with built-ins, bay window and window seat, and the fabulous formal dining room with crown moldings and window seats, making this a lovely space for entertaining as it flows to the kitchen and hearth area with another fireplace! This amazing Cooks kitchen boasts Quartz countertops, a Viking 4 burner commercial style range and hood, pot filler, center island with pedal sink and additional sink, and all stainless appliances! Beautiful, refinished hardwood floors in both 2nd floor bedrooms. Huge Owner's suite with fireplace, two walk-in closets and glamour bath with heated floors, vintage vanity with dual sinks and a soaking tub inside the oversized stall shower. Large bedroom #2 with 4th fireplace, full bath #2 and convenient 2nd floor laundry complete the 2nd floor. The third floor offers 3 additional bedrooms (the largest, best room can media/family room), full bath #3 and tons of great storage. Full basement with glass block windows. Conveniently located between Coventry Village and Cedar/Fairmount, University Circle, Cleveland Clinic, Case, University Hospitals, Playhouse Square & all major sports arenas. See listing agent for full list of upgrades and improvements.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Howard Hanna Brokerage Email: susansmith@howardhanna.com 216-548-1072 License #2010001285 Listed on: 04/17/2025
Co-Listed By
Howard Hanna Brokerage Email: susansmith@howardhanna.com 216-548-1072 License #2008000699
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,404
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 0.35 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 115x132
- South Facing Home
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Fiberglass Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,524 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- 4 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 685-14-013
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Euclid Heights Allotment Subdivision
Amenities
- Public Transportation
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 9, 2025
Sold by
Linganna Maureen W and Linganna Sanjay
Bought by
Dedousis Demitrios and Hutchinson Colleen
Seller's Agent
Susan Smith
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Mary Lou McHenry
Howard Hanna
List Price
$530,000
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
23.58%
Views
88
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-75.16%
Original Mortgage
$491,250
Outstanding Balance
$491,250
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$62,950
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 7, 2021
Closed on
Oct 19, 2021
Sold by
Colvard Benjamin D and Colvard Nicole A
Bought by
Linganna Sanjay and Whitsett Maureen P
Seller's Agent
Sharon Friedman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Seifert
RE/MAX Results
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-2.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.37%
Original Mortgage
$392,850
Interest Rate
2.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 22, 2018
Closed on
Mar 27, 2019
Sold by
Centini Laura A and The Laura A Centini
Bought by
Colvard Benjamin D and Colvard Nicole A
Seller's Agent
Judy Makaryk Rosen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Friedman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.5%
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
$390,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2018
Closed on
Aug 29, 2018
Sold by
Ruhlman Donna T
Bought by
Centini Laura A and Laura A Centini Revocable Trus
Seller's Agent
Ernie Cahoon
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Judy Makaryk Rosen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-13.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.50%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 2016
Sold by
Ruhlman Michael C
Bought by
Ruhlman Donna T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2001
Sold by
Keenan Ruth H
Bought by
Ruhlman Michael C and Ruhlman Donna T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 1, 1975
Bought by
Keenan Ruth H
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $655,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $485,550 | Enterprise Title Agency | |
| Fiduciary Deed | $390,000 | Ohio Real Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $370,000 | Ohio Real Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Survivorship Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $491,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $392,850 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Sold | $655,000 | +23.6% | $186 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $530,000 | +9.3% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2021 10/19/21 | Sold | $485,000 | -3.0% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2021 09/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2021 09/07/21 | For Sale | $499,900 | +28.2% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2019 03/29/19 | Sold | $390,000 | -2.5% | $111 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2019 01/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/22/2018 12/22/18 | For Sale | $400,000 | +8.1% | $114 / Sq Ft |
| 08/31/2018 08/31/18 | Sold | $370,000 | -7.3% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2018 08/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/13/2018 07/13/18 | Price Changed | $399,000 | -7.0% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2018 05/01/18 | For Sale | $429,000 | -- | $122 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)
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 | $14,404 | $169,750 | $33,110 | $136,640 |
| 2023 | $14,815 | $136,510 | $26,220 | $110,290 |
| 2022 | $14,740 | $136,500 | $26,220 | $110,290 |
| 2021 | $14,441 | $136,500 | $26,220 | $110,290 |
| 2020 | $13,997 | $119,560 | $25,450 | $94,120 |
| 2019 | $13,222 | $341,600 | $72,700 | $268,900 |
| 2018 | $13,384 | $118,200 | $25,450 | $92,750 |
| 2017 | $13,393 | $110,040 | $20,860 | $89,180 |
| 2016 | $13,369 | $110,040 | $20,860 | $89,180 |
| 2015 | $12,692 | $110,040 | $20,860 | $89,180 |
| 2014 | $11,760 | $101,890 | $19,320 | $82,570 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Susan Smith
Seller's Agent in 2025
Susan Smith
Howard Hanna
(216) 831-9310
4 in this area
342 Total Sales
-
Cheryl Shima
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Cheryl Shima
Howard Hanna
(216) 831-9310
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Mary Lou McHenry
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Mary Lou McHenry
Howard Hanna
(216) 319-3333
3 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
Karen Ruppe
K
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Karen Ruppe
Howard Hanna
(216) 214-6945
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
Sharon Friedman
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sharon Friedman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
(440) 893-9190
2 in this area
329 Total Sales
-
Joseph Seifert
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Joseph Seifert
RE/MAX
(440) 479-3904
4 in this area
113 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)
MLS Number: 5112572
APN: 685-14-013
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