$105,000
SOLD DEC 29, 2025

502 E Central Ave van Wert, OH 45891

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,572 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Recently Sold

$67 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 3-minute walk to Van Wert Park Department

About This Home

As of December 2025

Step inside this charming two-story home and feel instantly at ease! With 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full basement, there's plenty of space for living, relaxing, and creating lasting memories. This well-maintained gem is move-in ready — the carpets have been freshly cleaned, and mechanical updates throughout make it easy to settle in and start enjoying right away.
Recent improvements include a brand-new central air unit in 2024, a newer natural gas furnace, a new metal roof installed in the last 10 years, a new rear entry door, and two new screen doors — giving you comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind for years to come.
The spacious two-car detached garage offers ample storage and room for hobbies or projects, while the inviting yard provides a perfect spot for outdoor fun or gardening. Conveniently located near downtown Van Wert and just a short walk to Franklin Park, you'll love the easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation while still enjoying a peaceful neighborhood setting.
At an affordable price, this home offers incredible value — a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking for quality, comfort, and a great location all in one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Warren Straley

Straley Realty & Auctioneers- Van Wert License #2013001077 Listed on: 11/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Warren Straley

Straley Realty & Auctioneers- Van Wert License #2013001077 Listed on: 11/19/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $799

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,572 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x156

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12-01-8240.0000
  • $67 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$799

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: 45x156
  • Directions: 502 E. Central Avenue, Van Wert, Ohio 45891
  • Architectural Style: 2 Story
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Location Property Info:Zoning2: Residential
  • General Property Info:FEMA Flood Zone YN: No
  • General Property Info:Fireplace YN: No
  • Tax Info:Parcel _pound_: 12-01-8240.0000
  • Tax Info:Tax Annual Amount: 799.0
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water Source:Public: Yes
  • Room Types:Living Room2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Basement YN: Yes
  • Foundation:Block2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Lot Size Dimensions: 45x156
  • General Property Info:Enhanced Accessible: No
  • Levels:One and One Half: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Vinyl: Yes
  • Tax Info:Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount2: 67.15
  • Room Types:Family Room3: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood2: Yes
  • Architectural Style 2 Story: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Block
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Dining Room Features:Formal: Yes
  • Basement:Block3: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Patio Porch Features:Covered: Yes
  • Patio Porch Features:Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Detached: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Location Property Info:AssociationYN: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Van Wert City

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 12-01-8240.0000
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 799.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2025
Closed on
Dec 29, 2025
Sold by
Lynne I Etling Living Trust and Etling Lynne I
Bought by
Ledesma Kara M
Seller's Agent
Warren Straley
Straley Realty & Auctioneers- Van Wert
Buyer's Agent
Warren Straley
Straley Realty & Auctioneers- Van Wert
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$105,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
5.11%
Views
17

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-19.63%
Original Mortgage
$101,850
Outstanding Balance
$101,850
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$1,560

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2021
Sold by
Etling Lynne I
Bought by
Etling Lynne I and Lynne I Etling Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2012
Sold by
Poling Roger L and Poling Donna I
Bought by
Etling Lynne I
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $72,200 Baker Mcclure Law & Title
Warranty Deed $32,900 Baker Mcclure Law & Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $101,850 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/29/2025 12/29/25 Sold $105,000 +5.1% $67 / Sq Ft
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2025 11/19/25 For Sale $99,900 -- $64 / Sq Ft
Source: West Central Association of REALTORS® (OH)

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
2025 $418 $23,100 $3,140 $19,960
2024 $422 $23,100 $3,140 $19,960
2023 $489 $23,100 $3,140 $19,960
2022 $471 $19,940 $2,100 $17,840
2021 $460 $19,940 $2,100 $17,840
2020 $459 $19,940 $2,100 $17,840
2019 $344 $16,640 $2,100 $14,540
2018 $326 $16,640 $2,100 $14,540
2017 $350 $16,640 $2,100 $14,540
2016 $327 $17,910 $2,100 $15,810
2015 $327 $17,910 $2,100 $15,810
2014 $323 $17,910 $2,100 $15,810
2013 $348 $17,910 $2,100 $15,810
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: West Central Association of REALTORS® (OH)

MLS Number: 308865

APN: 12-018240.0000

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