$240,000
SOLD JUN 25, 2025

5602 Merkle Ave Cleveland, OH 44129

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,620 Sq Ft
5,793 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$148 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Public Transportation
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 5602 Merkle Avenue in Parma, which is perfectly situated near local parks, everyday amenities, and convenient highway access! Step inside this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home and be greeted by a bright, spacious living room that invites you to relax and unwind. The kitchen is a standout, featuring sleek granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. A sliding glass door leads to a large deck overlooking a fully fenced backyard that is complete with a powered shed, updated with exterior motion lighting and new flooring. Two bedrooms and an updated full bathroom are located on the main level, while the expansive upstairs bedroom offers endless possibilities as a primary suite, guest retreat, or flex space. The finished basement adds even more living space with a large rec room, a separate utility room, and a second full bathroom. The 2-car garage includes a wireless myQ system for added security and convenience, as well as new 220 lines that are perfect for a large compressor. Other recent updates include a new backflow system and energy-efficient LED lighting throughout the home. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ahren Booher

Keller Williams Elevate Brokerage Phone: 570-620-6577 License #2010002612 Listed on: 05/19/2025

Keller Williams Elevate

Co-Listed By

Jessica Baumer

Keller Williams Elevate Brokerage Phone: 570-620-6577 License #2021006497

Last Buyer's Agent

Sean Nowak

EXP Realty, LLC. License #2020005999

EXP Realty, LLC.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,607

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 5,793 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 443-24-042

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Brookpark Subdivision

Amenities

  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,607

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Attribution Contact: 570-620-6577
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2717
  • Co List Office Phone: 440-572-1200
  • Subdivision Name: Brookpark
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1220.0
  • 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

  • Basement: Partially Finished, Bath/Stubbed
  • Basement: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 400.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
  • Acres: 0.133
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Parma CSD - 1824

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 443-24-042
  • LandLeaseYN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4607.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2025
Closed on
Jun 22, 2025
Sold by
Odonnell Jason M and Odonnell Tracy A
Bought by
Walker Randy and Walker Latassha R
Seller's Agent
Ahren Booher
Keller Williams Elevate
Buyer's Agent
Sean Nowak
EXP Realty, LLC.
List Price
$237,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
1.27%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$236,869

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,131
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.12%
Original Mortgage
$235,653
Outstanding Balance
$235,048
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$1,821

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2023
Closed on
Apr 24, 2023
Sold by
Mountview Investments Llc
Bought by
Odonnell Jason M and Odonnell Tracy A
Seller's Agent
David Blond
Lawrence Blond Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Ahren Booher
Keller Williams Elevate
List Price
$234,900
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.04%
Views
82

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2022
Sold by
Sheriff Of Cuyahoga County
Bought by
Mountview Investments Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2010
Sold by
Kucek Kathleen and Martin Kathleen
Bought by
Bauer Rocky M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,367
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2007
Sold by
Kucek Raymond D
Bought by
Kucek Kathleen and Martin Kathleen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2002
Sold by
Kucek Raymond D and Martin Kathleen E M
Bought by
Kucek Raymond D and Kucek Kathleen E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,500
Interest Rate
6.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1997
Sold by
Swancer John J
Bought by
Kucek Raymond D and Martin Kathleen E M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,900
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 1991
Sold by
Lambert Lois F
Bought by
Swancer John J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 1976
Sold by
Perry Elmer L and Perry Rosa L
Bought by
Lambert Lois F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 1975
Sold by
Reinker Kenneth H and Reinker Anne M
Bought by
Perry Elmer L and Perry Rosa L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1975
Bought by
Reinker Kenneth H and Reinker Anne M
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 $240,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $235,000 Erieview Title Agency
Sheriffs Deed $135,000 --
Warranty Deed $99,000 Pro Source
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Deed $94,000 --
Deed $77,000 --
Deed $37,000 --
Deed $34,900 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $235,653 FHA
Previous Owner $97,367 FHA
Previous Owner $102,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $93,900 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Sold $240,000 +1.3% $148 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $237,000 +0.9% $146 / Sq Ft
04/26/2023 04/26/23 Sold $235,000 0.0% $117 / Sq Ft
04/13/2023 04/13/23 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2023 04/12/23 Price Changed $234,900 0.0% $117 / Sq Ft
04/12/2023 04/12/23 For Sale $234,900 +2.2% $117 / Sq Ft
02/17/2023 02/17/23 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2023 02/13/23 For Sale $229,900 -- $115 / 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 $4,388 $71,960 $10,885 $61,075
2023 $3,220 $44,490 $8,960 $35,530
2022 $3,716 $127,100 $25,600 $101,500
2021 $3,256 $44,490 $8,960 $35,530
2020 $2,813 $34,230 $6,900 $27,340
2019 $2,694 $97,800 $19,700 $78,100
2018 $2,709 $34,230 $6,900 $27,340
2017 $2,499 $29,330 $5,740 $23,590
2016 $2,484 $29,330 $5,740 $23,590
2015 $2,374 $29,330 $5,740 $23,590
2014 $2,374 $29,930 $5,850 $24,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now

MLS Number: 5122178

MLS Now

APN: 443-24-042