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    $949,900

    11679 Bell St, Newbury, OH 44065

    5beds
    4,030sqft
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    $6,572/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1853
    4 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $236/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Large breakfast barInviting great roomBeautifully remodeled century homeFloor-to-ceiling stone fireplaceBeamed dining roomEnsuite bathCustom closets
    An extraordinary, one-of-a-kind estate where timeless character meets elevated luxury living. The beautifully remodeled century home, thoughtfully expanded, offers 5 bdrms and 4 full baths, blending historic charm with modern sophistication. The front entry opens to a beamed dining room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The inviting great room features a stunning stone hearth w/wood-burning fireplace, while the sunlit morning room—with sliders to the outdoor entertaining spaces—creates seamless indoor-outdoor living. At the heart of the home is a true gourmet kitchen designed for everyday living and entertaining, complete with a large breakfast bar, Quartz countertops, and premium appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, wine cooler, Bosch dishwasher, double ovens w/warming drawer, and a 6-burner Wolf cooktop. The main level continues with an expansive family room with custom built-ins, an office flowing into a game room, additional bdrms, and a spectacular screened-in porch with kitchenette. The second-level primary suite has its own private staircase and features an ensuite bath, custom closets, and a dedicated dressing area. Throughout, exquisite craftsmanship shines with rich woodwork, solid wood doors, and maple and hickory flooring. NEW ROOF 6/2026. The second structure—zoned for office use—offers its own driveway, kitchen, full bath, and flexible living spaces, ideal for a home business or guest quarters, also a NEW ROOF 6/2026. The impressive 3,400+ sq ft “Party Barn” is an entertainer’s dream with a large open area, full kitchen, dining space, full bath, and loft with two additional rooms. Additional outbuildings include a charming former sugar house and multiple storage structures. Outdoor amenities rival a private resort, featuring a pool house w/full bath, steam shower, and changing rooms adjacent to the in-ground pool w/surround patio area. A property standby generator and lush landscaping complete this exceptional private oasis.
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    Listed by:

    Ann E Blair 440-682-0155 ablair@remax.net,

    RE/MAX Rising

    Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5199011MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lake Geauga Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Private Second floor owners suite with On suite bath and dressing room
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 21 x 17
      Bedroom
      • Description: Off family room/Office, hardwood floors and adjacent bath with walk-in shower,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 17 x 13
      Bedroom
      • Description: Second floor bedroom in original part of house,Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 15 x 11
      Bedroom
      • Description: Second floor bedroom in original part of house,Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Other
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Dining room
      • Description: Beamed Dining room w/open to kitchen and great room, stone fireplace with woodburner insert,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Features: Fireplace
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 18 x 17
      Dining room
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Family room
      • Description: Additional Room can be a playroom, library, game room,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 28 x 22
      Great room
      • Description: Stone fireplace w/Hardwood flooring,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 19 x 18
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Kitchen
      • Description: Remodeled kitchen with upgraded appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine Refrigerator, quartz counters, and travertine flooring,Flooring: Tile
      • Features: Breakfast Bar
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 17 x 10
      Library
      • Description: Part of Game room or Rec room area,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Living room
      • Description: Part of original house,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 21 x 14
      Living room
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Other
      • Description: Dressing room in owners suite bedroom w/Built in closets,Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: 31 x 11
      Other
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Other
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Sitting room
      • Description: Sitting room off the great room and kitchen, Sliders to the back area,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 13 x 12
      Heating
      • Fireplace(s), Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Natural Woodwork
      • Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Great Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,030
      • Total interior livable area: 4,030 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,030
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Detached, Garage, Gravel, Other, Paved, RV Access/Parking
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood
      Lot
      • Size: 4 Acres
      • Features: Flat, Horse Property, Level, Many Trees
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Outbuilding, Pole Barn, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
      • Parcel number: 23127270
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Conventional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1853
      Details
      • Warranty included: Yes

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Newbury

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $236/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $511,300
      • Annual tax amount: $7,252
      • Date on market: 4/8/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 303 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/23/2026Price change$949,900-17.4%$236/sqft
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        4/8/2026Listed for sale$1,150,000$285/sqft
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        4/1/2026Listing removed$1,150,000$285/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5157171 Report a problem
        2/23/2026Price change$1,150,000-11.5%$285/sqft
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        11/7/2025Price change$1,300,000-13.3%$323/sqft
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        10/6/2025Price change$1,500,000-10.4%$372/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5157171 Report a problem
        9/19/2025Listed for sale$1,675,000$416/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5157171 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,252 +3.5%$178,960
        2024$7,005 -0.8%$178,960
        2023$7,062 +19.6%$178,960 +37.6%
        2022$5,907 +0.3%$130,030
        2021$5,888 +8.6%$130,030
        2020$5,420 +6.1%$130,030 +12.9%
        2019$5,109 -22.1%$115,150
        2018$6,560 -19.1%$115,150 -12.4%
        2017$8,113 +31.7%$131,390 +32.9%
        2016$6,162 +0.1%$98,880
        2015$6,158 +2.5%$98,880
        2014$6,005 +13.8%$98,880
        2013$5,276 -0.3%$98,880
        2012$5,289 +0.4%$98,880
        2011$5,266 -0.9%$98,880 -5.7%
        2010$5,316 +2.7%$104,900
        2009$5,176 +17.4%$104,900
        2008$4,410 +6.4%$104,900 +6.4%
        2007$4,146 +0.2%$98,630
        2006$4,138 -0.1%$98,630
        2005$4,142 +29%$98,630 +38.9%
        2004$3,212 +12.7%$71,020
        2003$2,850 +1%$71,020
        2002$2,821 +11.3%$71,020 +10.6%
        2001$2,535 +3.1%$64,190
        2000$2,460 +15.3%$64,190 +12%
        1999$2,133 $57,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 44065

        Getting around

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        24 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: West Geauga LSD - 2807

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