$40,000
SOLD JUN 9, 2025

5329 Fort Ave Ashtabula, OH 44004

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,536 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$26 Per Sq Ft

47% Below List Price

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Baseboard Heating
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2025

This charming two-story home offers a fantastic layout and modern comforts. The first floor features a spacious living room with a cozy gas fireplace, a separate family room, and a dining area. The kitchen is well-appointed with ample counter and cupboard space, plus a convenient pantry for all your storage needs. You’ll also find two enclosed porches—one off the side of the home with bright, natural light, and another at the back, just off the kitchen. Plus, enjoy year-round comfort with central air throughout the home.
Upstairs, you’ll discover three generous bedrooms with plenty of closet space and a full modern bath. The full unfinished basement is a great addition for a hobbyist with built in tabletops, and plenty of room for added storage. The backyard is partially fenced, making it ideal for gatherings or simply unwinding. A detached two-car garage offers additional storage and parking.
This home is ideally located just a short distance from the stunning Lake Erie shoreline, docks, and beaches—perfect for enjoying the water and beautiful sunsets. Additionally, the vibrant Bridge Street, known for its delightful shops and fine dining options, is only a quick drive away.
For wine enthusiasts, you’ll love the proximity to local wineries, offering a taste of the region’s best. Plus, with easy access to I-90, this home offers convenient commuting and travel, with the highway just a few minutes away.
This home combines comfort, charm, and an unbeatable location—make it yours today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janis Dorsten

Gillespie Realty, LLC Brokerage Email: 440-998-0488 jdorsten@yahoo.com License #2005011199 Listed on: 02/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Wesley Purvis

Inactive Agent License #2019030413

Inactive Agent

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x171
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,536 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ruth Strong Estate Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • REO, home is currently bank or lender owned
  • Assessor Parcel Number 051020001700

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Attribution Contact: 440-998-0488 jdorsten@yahoo.com
  • ResoSpecialListingConditions: Real Estate Owned
  • Subdivision Name: Ruth Strong Estate
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1536.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • 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: RealEstateOwned
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass, Slate
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Gate
  • Acres: 0.19
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ashtabula Area CSD - 401

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 051020001700
  • LandLeaseYN: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x171

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1134.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 4, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Barclays 2021 Npl1 Reo Corp
Bought by
Mainstreet Rentals Llc
Seller's Agent
Janis Dorsten
Gillespie Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Wesley Purvis
Inactive Agent
List Price
$74,900
Sold Price
$40,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-46.6%
Views
121
Current Estimated Value
$55,944

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Barclays Mortgage Trust and Us Bank National Association
Bought by
Barclays 2021 Npli Reo Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2024
Sold by
Kruse Richard F
Bought by
Barclays Mortgage Trust and Us Bank National Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2024
Sold by
Hommes Janet M
Bought by
Sandella Mathew R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2011
Sold by
Hommes John and Hommes Janet M
Bought by
Hommes Janet M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2004
Sold by
Sandella Janet M and Hommes Janet M
Bought by
Hommes John and Hommes Janet M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,000
Interest Rate
8.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $40,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Sheriffs Deed $35,800 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Title Associates Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $67,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $40,000 -33.2% $26 / Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Price Changed $59,900 -20.0% $39 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 For Sale $74,900 -- $49 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Now

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 $2,042 $23,770 $2,870 $20,900
2023 $1,134 $23,980 $2,870 $21,110
2022 $1,091 $19,080 $2,210 $16,870
2021 $1,147 $19,080 $2,210 $16,870
2020 $624 $19,080 $2,210 $16,870
2019 $341 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2018 $312 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2017 $311 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2016 $320 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2015 $311 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2014 $304 $13,760 $2,630 $11,130
2013 $431 $16,740 $2,910 $13,830
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now

MLS Number: 5098394

MLS Now

APN: 051020001700

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