$295,000
SOLD MAY 4, 2026

540 Observatory Dr Cincinnati, OH 45246

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,574 Sq Ft
0.25 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 4, 2026

$187 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Marble Flooring
  • Springdale Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2026

Fully remodeled and completely move-in ready! 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch with Beautiful hardwood floors, beautiful white kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Huge Vaulted Family room filled with natural light, complete with a walkout to the deck. Fenced yard and covered front porch, oversized 2-car garage features a rare second-floor loft, offering incredible storage or flex space. Full Walkout Basement. Every detail has been done for you- nothing to do but move in and enjoy. Absolute must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Hildebrand

eXp Realty License #0000409383 Listed on: 03/31/2026

eXp Realty

Co-Listed By

Robyn Rhein

eXp Realty License #2010001784

Last Buyer's Agent

Tahmeeka O'Neal

eXp Realty License #2019001968

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,534

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 10,934 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x156
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Chandelier
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Panel Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Concrete
  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,534

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0.25 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Suburb: Springdale
  • Land Description: Less than .5 Acre
  • Broker Approved: Yes
  • Miscellaneous: Recessed Lights, Smoke Alarm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Lot Area Realist: 0.25
  • Suburb S I C: Springdale
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Basement Features: Concrete Floor, Walkout, Glass Blk Wind, Other
  • Level 1 Bathroom Type: Full
  • Level 1 Bathroom: Yes
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Yes
  • Dining Room Feat: Laminate Floor, Chandelier, Walkout
  • Family Room Feat: Walkout, Laminate Floor, Other
  • Living Great Rm Dim: 16 x 12
  • Living Room Feat: Wood Floor
  • Mechanical Systems: Garage Door Opener, Sump Pump
  • Single Family Desc: Single Family
  • Smart Technology: Garage Door Opener
  • Study Lib Den Dim: 0 x 0
  • Water Heating: Gas
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Architecture: Ranch
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Directions: Springfield Pike to W Kemper to Madison Ave to Observatory Dr
  • Lot Measurement: Acres
  • Status: Sold
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Occupancy: Negotiable
  • ADU Y/N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 9Ft + Ceiling, Beam Ceiling, French Doors, Multi Panel Doors, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Bedroom 2: 11x9 Level: 1
  • Bedroom 3: 11x9 Level: 1
  • Dining Room: 13x10 Level: 1
  • Family Room: 21x19 Level: 1
  • Living Room: 16x12 Level: 1
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Reciprocal Listing: No
  • Semi Annual Taxes: $1267
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Wood Cabinets, Wood Floor, Marble/Granite/Slate, Other
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Kitchen Dim: 16 x 8
  • Levels: One
  • Zero Selling Price: No
  • Bathroom 1: Full
  • Bathroom 2: Full
  • Bathroom 2 Level: 1
  • Laundryroom Dim: 0 x 0
  • Recreation Room Dim: 0 x 0
  • Available for Lease: No
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Vinyl
  • PrimaryBedroomDim: 12 x 11
  • Primary Bathrooms: Tile Floor, Tub w/Shower, Marb/Gran/Slate
  • PrimaryBedFeat: Wood Floor
  • P R I M A R Y B E D R O O M: 12x11 Level: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Metal
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Outside Features: Deck, Porch
  • Foundation: Block
  • Listing Price: 309900.00
  • Acres: 0.2510
  • New Construction: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Carport: Oversized, Garage Detached
  • Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Gas: Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Yes/No: No
  • Association: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service

Schools

  • District: Princeton City SD

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70x156
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10934.00
  • Total Assessed Value: 0

Rental Info

  • Sub Lease: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Abatement: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2026
Closed on
Apr 30, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kevin Hildebrand
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tahmeeka O'Neal
eXp Realty
List Price
$309,900
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-4.81%
Views
34

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.30%
Original Mortgage
$265,500
Outstanding Balance
$265,254
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$35,594

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $295,000 Indecomm Global Services
Warranty Deed $100,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $265,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/04/2026 05/04/26 Sold $295,000 -4.8% $187 / Sq Ft
04/05/2026 04/05/26 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2026 03/31/26 For Sale $309,900 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

Tax History

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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 $2,536 $60,614 $10,658 $49,956
2024 $2,189 $60,614 $10,658 $49,956
2023 $2,226 $60,614 $10,658 $49,956
2022 $1,763 $41,920 $9,555 $32,365
2021 $1,709 $41,920 $9,555 $32,365
2020 $1,738 $41,920 $9,555 $32,365
2019 $1,535 $35,827 $8,166 $27,661
2018 $1,444 $35,827 $8,166 $27,661
2017 $1,352 $35,827 $8,166 $27,661
2016 $1,430 $37,216 $8,607 $28,609
2015 $1,449 $37,216 $8,607 $28,609
2014 $1,454 $37,216 $8,607 $28,609
2013 $1,236 $33,527 $7,753 $25,774
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

MLS Number: 1873299

MLS of Greater Cincinnati (CincyMLS)

APN: 599-0060-0051

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