NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7720 Thistle Ln Novelty, OH 44072

Estimated Value: $1,531,000 - $1,860,000

4 Beds
6.5 Baths
8,490 Sq Ft
$197/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 8, 2025

Last sale price $1,670,000 $197 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $10,282 / mo

73 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Circular Driveway
  • West Geauga High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 6 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2025

Welcome to this exceptional 5-acre estate offering over 8400 square feet of refined living space across 3 levels, plus a separate 894 sq.ft, 2-story guest apartment above a detached 3 car garage. Built in 2006 with extensive custom upgrades, this property combines timeless elegance with modern luxury in a serene and private setting. A circular drive leads to a covered porte cochere and rear entry garages. Inside, a dramatic 2 story stone and wood foyer opens to gracious entertaining spaces. The main level features a spacious great room with a fireplace, a formal library with glass French doors, built-in cabinetry, and fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel deluxe appliances with a cozy gathering area with its own fireplace - all overlooking a stone patio and expansive backyard. The lower level, accessible by 2 staircases is an entertainer's dream! It includes a state-of-the-art home theater with acoustic walls and theater-style seating, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a large game room, with built-in bar, a dedicated exercise room with adjacent full bath. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite offers a fireplace, a custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath. 3 additional bedrooms, 2 full baths and a spacious bonus room (or 5th bedroom with another full bath complete the upper level. A short walk from the main house brings you to the detached 3 car garage with 1 bedroom guest apartment above - ideal for family, guests or private studio / workspace. Just beyond a a private tennis court newly completed in Summer of 2024. This property is a rare blend of elegance, comfort, and lifestyle amenities, offering a truly exceptional place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cici Riley

Howard Hanna Brokerage Email: ciciriley@howardhanna.com, 216-410-3114 License #319312 Listed on: 08/03/2025

Howard Hanna

Co-Listed By

Robert Sullivan

Howard Hanna Brokerage Email: ciciriley@howardhanna.com, 216-410-3114 License #2023002685

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam Kaufman

Howard Hanna License #351481

Howard Hanna

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,067

Year Built

  • Built in 2006 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5.03 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home

Parking

  • 6 Car Attached Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stone Veneer

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Thistle Wood Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 26-213895

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,067

Year Built

Built in 2006 | Remodeled

Lot Details

5.03 Acres

Parking

6

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Attribution Contact: ciciriley@howardhanna.com, 216-410-3114
  • Co List Office Phone: 216-831-9310
  • Subdivision Name: Thistle Wood Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5868.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More, Two
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 2622.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Acres: 5.03
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Principal is Real Estate Licensed
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: HardiPlank Type, Stone Veneer
  • Direction Faces: South

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 6.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: West Geauga LSD - 2807

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 26-213895
  • LandLeaseYN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14067.34

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 6, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cici Riley
Howard Hanna
Buyer's Agent
Adam Kaufman
Howard Hanna
List Price
$1,875,000
Sold Price
$1,670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$205,000
-10.93%
Views
77
Current Estimated Value
$1,668,433

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,567
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.15%
Original Mortgage
$1,336,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,336,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$332,433

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
6.59%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 1994
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 1991
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,670,000 None Listed On Document
-- Attorney
$245,000 Us Title Agency
-- Real Living Title Agency Ltd
$200,000 Quality Title Agency Inc
$190,000 --
$161,500 --
$150,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,336,000
Previous Owner $640,000
Previous Owner $220,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/08/2025 11/08/25 Sold $1,670,000 -10.9% $197 / Sq Ft
08/03/2025 08/03/25 For Sale $1,875,000 -- $221 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

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 $15,454 $316,340 $71,790 $244,550
2024 $15,454 $316,340 $71,790 $244,550
2023 $14,067 $316,340 $71,790 $244,550
2022 $16,714 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2021 $16,665 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2020 $17,488 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2019 $18,964 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2018 $18,937 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2017 $18,964 $314,480 $71,790 $242,690
2016 $18,605 $295,300 $69,370 $225,930
2015 $17,679 $295,300 $69,370 $225,930
2014 $17,165 $295,300 $69,370 $225,930
2013 $17,275 $295,300 $69,370 $225,930
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

MLS Number: 5144577

MLS Now (Howard Hanna)

APN: 26-213895

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