278 E Sycamore St Columbus, OH 43206
German Village NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,721/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Fenced Yard
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to Frank Fetch Memorial Park
About This Home
Picture yourself in this beautiful home on a brick street in historic German Village. The current owner has made many updates since purchase, including: 2022: HVAC, custom kitchen cabinet, Murphy Bed addition, original wood windows made operable, original pine floors refinished, interior and exterior painted, bathroom surround tiled, new lighting,new box gutters; and in 2024: custom sliding door to patio, new window in stairwell, front storm door, back fence replaced, front iron fence cleaned and painted; lastly to finish up the improvements list in 2025, the chimney was sealed and tuckpointed, and the back roof was replaced. There is so much to appreciate in this home from the generous bedroom and closet to the second floor laundry (LG® washer and dryer remain) in the full bath, a large fenced yard with shed and a deck to enjoy this fall and beyond. The kitchen features granite counters, new lighting, all Kitchen Aid® appliances including gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator with bottom drawer freezer. Enjoy the character of German Village in this turn of the century home with exposed brick, a decorative fireplace, wainscoting, and a covered front porch perfect for welcoming guests or a quiet book read as the neighbors and visitors stroll by. Convenient to restaurants, Frank Fetch Park, and downtown for an easy commute.
Listing Agent
Wingate Lewis Brokerage Email: mary@maryhatem.com License #2010000184 Listed on: 11/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,192
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,144 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Basement
- Basement Cellar
- Home Security System
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 010-001992
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,192 | $115,680 | $64,050 | $51,630 |
| 2023 | $5,125 | $115,680 | $64,050 | $51,630 |
| 2022 | $5,335 | $100,390 | $26,360 | $74,030 |
| 2021 | $5,345 | $100,390 | $26,360 | $74,030 |
| 2020 | $5,353 | $100,390 | $26,360 | $74,030 |
| 2019 | $5,378 | $88,660 | $22,930 | $65,730 |
| 2018 | $4,954 | $88,660 | $22,930 | $65,730 |
| 2017 | $5,375 | $88,660 | $22,930 | $65,730 |
| 2016 | $5,001 | $75,500 | $18,690 | $56,810 |
| 2015 | $4,540 | $75,500 | $18,690 | $56,810 |
| 2014 | $4,551 | $75,500 | $18,690 | $56,810 |
| 2013 | $2,200 | $71,925 | $17,815 | $54,110 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2025 11/08/25 | For Sale | $435,000 | +95.9% | $380 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/27/2025 03/27/25 | Off Market | $222,000 | -- | -- | |
| 01/04/2022 01/04/22 | Sold | $300,000 | -9.1% | $262 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/18/2021 12/18/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | For Sale | $330,000 | +5.5% | $288 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2019 05/15/19 | Sold | $312,900 | -2.2% | $274 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/23/2019 03/23/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/16/2019 03/16/19 | For Sale | $319,900 | +44.1% | $280 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/31/2013 05/31/13 | Sold | $222,000 | -7.5% | $194 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/01/2013 05/01/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/08/2013 03/08/13 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $210 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $300,000 | Donofrio Law Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $300,000 | Donofrio Law Llc | |
| Survivorship Deed | $312,900 | Amerititle Box | |
| Warranty Deed | $222,000 | Real Living Title Box | |
| Survivorship Deed | $210,000 | Stewart Tit | |
| Warranty Deed | $180,000 | Chicago Tit | |
| Warranty Deed | $125,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $94,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $65,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $303,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $217,979 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $204,676 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $144,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $99,200 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $75,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
MLS Number: 225042424
APN: 010-001992
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