$251,000
SOLD JUL 30, 2025

49 Adams St Berea, OH 44017

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,446 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$174 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of July 2025

Charming Red Century Cottage – Where Timeless Character Meets Cozy Living. Welcome to your storybook retreat at Coe Lake — a beautifully preserved Red Century Cottage brimming with character, history, and warmth resides a short five minute stroll to Coe Lake Park. Nestled in a serene setting beneath the canopy of the graceful sycamore tree, this enchanting home captures the essence of traditional craftsmanship with its vibrant red exterior, crisp white trim, and inviting side screened in porch — the perfect spot to enjoy a bit of a swing or a meal alfresco The cheerful living space boasts cozy nooks, archways, hardwood floors beneath the carpet, and a decorative fireplace that creates a heartwarming focal point. The sun drenched country-style kitchen offers both charm and function and opens to the central dining room or the rear patio that is surrounded by flowering perennials. A main floor bedroom with double closets and full bath complete this level. Upstairs delight in two peaceful bedrooms that evoke a sense of simpler times, with sloped ceilings, a fun little playroom/closet and garden views. A bonus room with kitchenette and second full bath make this level feel almost like a separate suite. Whether you’re drawn by its historic character or the romantic charm of cottage living, this Red Century Cottage is a rare gem — a perfect blend of nostalgia and livability. The current owners raised their family here and have loved this home for more than 34 years. It is time for a new owner to bring your energy, handy skills and pinterest vision and make this adorable cottage yours today. Laundry, mechanicals, storage areas, additional spaces and a 2nd decorative fireplace will be found in the bsmt. The detached two car garage has interior stairs up to a second floor for added storage. Solar panels are fully paid for and have six years remaining on the transferable warranty. This home boasts totally FREE electricity. Complete list of updates available attached.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JoAnne Behr Seink

RE/MAX Crossroads Properties Brokerage Email: joannebehrseink@gmail.com 216-952-9366 License #2019001175 Listed on: 06/18/2025

RE/MAX Crossroads Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Ed Huck

Keller Williams Citywide License #390263

Keller Williams Citywide

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,908

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Cedar Siding
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 364-14-075

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,908

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Attribution Contact: joannebehrseink@gmail.com 216-952-9366
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Acres: 0.2573
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • LaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Berea CSD - 1804

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 364-14-075
  • LandLeaseYN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4907.86

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Gordon Craig W and Kean Beth M
Bought by
Salamon David
Seller's Agent
JoAnne Behr Seink
RE/MAX Crossroads Properties
Buyer's Agent
Ed Huck
Keller Williams Citywide
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$251,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
11.56%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.15%
Original Mortgage
$205,700
Outstanding Balance
$205,525
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$40,158

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 1991
Sold by
Ardy Joseph J
Bought by
Gordon Craig

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1985
Sold by
Ardy Evelyn
Bought by
Ardy Joseph J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1980
Bought by
Ardy Evelyn
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $251,000 Chicago Title
Deed $78,500 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $205,700 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $251,000 +11.6% $174 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2025 06/18/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $156 / 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 $4,908 $85,015 $17,745 $67,270
2023 $3,950 $57,200 $15,930 $41,270
2022 $3,926 $57,190 $15,930 $41,270
2021 $3,892 $57,190 $15,930 $41,270
2020 $3,719 $48,480 $13,510 $34,970
2019 $3,620 $138,500 $38,600 $99,900
2018 $3,347 $48,480 $13,510 $34,970
2017 $3,324 $41,550 $12,950 $28,600
2016 $3,300 $41,550 $12,950 $28,600
2015 $3,247 $41,550 $12,950 $28,600
2014 $3,247 $43,270 $13,480 $29,790
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now

MLS Number: 5132438

MLS Now

APN: 364-14-075