This charming Cape Cod in Anderson Twp & Forest Hills Schools, where timeless character meets modern updates, is move-in-ready! With 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths & an office space, this well-maintained home features hardwood floors, cozy stone (gas) fireplace, renovated kitchen, 1st floor master with attached bath & 1st floor laundry room. Upstairs, you'll find a large bedroom with walk-in closet, another bedroom with built -in dresser & half bath. The full, unfinished basement provides excellent storage or future living space, with glass block windows & concrete-double-utility sink. Recent updates include NEW paint, carpet, insulation, electrical panel, rear steps, and newer HVAC & water heater. Outside, enjoy a nice front porch, rear patio & a partially fenced yard with a shed. Pre-inspected with all repairs completed & a home warranty included, this move-in ready home offers peace of mind. Walking distance to parks, close to shopping & dining, it's the perfect choice for first-time buyers!
Sold for $252,350
$252,350
1297 Birney Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45230
3beds
1,270sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
5,270 Square Feet Lot
$295,800 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$2,035 Estimated rent
Home value
$295,800
$278,000 - $317,000
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Partially fenced yardBuilt-in dresserHalf bathRear patioFull unfinished basementFront porchRenovated kitchen
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Listed by:
Michelle Meenach 513-540-3838,
Plum Tree Realty 513-443-5060
Bought with:
Non Member
NonMember Firm
Source: Cincy MLS,MLS#: 1855733
Originating MLS: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service
Originating MLS: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bath Adjoins, Wall-to-Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tile Floor, Tub w/Shower, Marb/Gran/Slate
Bathroom 1
- Features: Full
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Partial
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Chair Rail, Walkout, Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 78
- Dimensions: 13 x 6
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Wood Floor
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Wood Cabinets, Wood Floor, Marble/Granite/Slate
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Office
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 78
- Dimensions: 13 x 6
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Doors: Multi Panel Doors
- Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Bath/Stubbed,Concrete,Glass Blk Wind
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,270
- Total interior livable area: 1,270 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Accessibility Features
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Metal
Lot
- Size: 5,270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42 x 120
- Features: Corner Lot, Less than .5 Acre
- Topography: Cleared,Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5000342029600
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Gas: Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: No
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cincinnati
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $174,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,720
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Listing terms: No Special Financing,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $252,350+3%$199/sqft |
Source:  Cincy MLS #1855733 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Pending sale | $245,000$193/sqft |
Source: Cincy MLS #1855733 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000+69%$193/sqft |
Source: Cincy MLS #1855733 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2019 | Sold | $145,000-3.3%$114/sqft |
Source: Cincy MLS #1604888 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2018 | Pending sale | $149,900$118/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Hyde Park #1604888 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $149,900+28.1%$118/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Hyde Park #1604888 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2013 | Sold | $117,000-4.8%$92/sqft |
Source: Cincy MLS #1352548 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $122,900-1.6%$97/sqft |
Source: Bastion REALTORS #1352548 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2013 | Listing removed | $124,900$98/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $124,900$98/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,720 +5.1% | $61,215 |
| 2023 | $3,538 +7.4% | $61,215 +20.6% |
| 2022 | $3,294 +1.3% | $50,750 |
| 2021 | $3,253 | $50,750 |
| 2020 | $3,253 +48.9% | $50,750 +53.8% |
| 2019 | $2,184 +6% | $33,008 0% |
| 2018 | $2,060 | $33,009 |
| 2017 | $2,060 -18.9% | $33,009 -19.4% |
| 2016 | $2,540 | $40,951 |
| 2015 | $2,540 -0.1% | $40,951 |
| 2014 | $2,541 +25.4% | $40,951 +18.7% |
| 2013 | $2,026 -0.3% | $34,504 |
| 2012 | $2,032 +8% | $34,504 |
| 2011 | $1,882 -20% | $34,504 -22.9% |
| 2010 | $2,354 +2.4% | $44,772 |
| 2009 | $2,299 +2.3% | $44,772 |
| 2008 | $2,248 +7.9% | $44,772 +4% |
| 2007 | $2,083 +0.7% | $43,050 |
| 2006 | $2,068 +11.3% | $43,050 |
| 2005 | $1,858 +11.3% | $43,050 +31.7% |
| 2003 | $1,669 +6.4% | $32,690 |
| 2002 | $1,569 +11.4% | $32,690 +9.6% |
| 2001 | $1,408 +3.3% | $29,820 |
| 2000 | $1,363 | $29,820 |
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Neighborhood: Salem Heights
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- 8/10Maddux Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Nagel Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Anderson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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