Find your sanctuary in this one-of-a-kind home! Originally build in 1851 as Emmanuel Lutheran Church, later known as the B'Nai Israel synagogue, and is currently a converted private residence. This versatile open-concept design offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large kitchen with a walk-in pantry, a generous recreation room complete with pool table. This historical property blends preserved architectural elements with modern living features including gothic stained-glass windows throughout, arched church doors, soaring vaulted ceilings, original hardwoods, and a bell tower. Perfect for artists, musicians, or continue as Airbnb revenue. Minutes from downtown's vibrant art galleries and museums, coffee shops and restaurants. If you're looking for a property with profound history, architectural beauty, and endless creative potential, make your appointment today!
Sold for $387,900
$387,900
131 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, OH 43130
4beds
4,284sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$384,900 Zestimate®
$91/sqft
$2,045 Estimated rent
Home value
$384,900
$308,000 - $481,000
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Bell towerGenerous recreation roomSoaring vaulted ceilingsVersatile open-concept designGothic stained-glass windowsArched church doorsOriginal hardwoods
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Listed by:
Jenifer M Campbell 740-407-4343,
Howard Hanna Real Estate Servc,
Allan Anderson 740-503-0452,
Howard Hanna Real Estate Servc
Bought with:
Michael Casey Valentine, 2021004518
Keller Williams Greater Cols
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS ,MLS#: 225026079
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,284
- Total interior livable area: 4,284 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0535049300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lancaster
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | Sold | $387,900-3%$91/sqft |
Source:  Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Contingent | $399,900$93/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $399,900-5.9%$93/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $424,900-3%$99/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $438,000-2.7%$102/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000+33.1%$105/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225026079 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listing removed | $2,800$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,800$1/sqft |
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| 6/10/2021 | Sold | $338,000$79/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #221009167 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2021 | Pending sale | $338,000$79/sqft |
Source:  RE/MAX International #221009167 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2021 | Contingent | $338,000$79/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #221009167 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $338,000+576%$79/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #221009167 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/1994 | Sold | $50,000$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,273 +37.9% | $92,630 +47.4% |
| 2024 | $2,374 +1.3% | $62,830 |
| 2023 | $2,344 +2.2% | $62,830 |
| 2022 | $2,294 +145.1% | $62,830 +91.8% |
| 2021 | $936 -33.6% | $32,760 |
| 2020 | $1,410 +65.4% | $32,760 |
| 2019 | $853 -46.2% | $32,760 -21.5% |
| 2018 | $1,585 -0.1% | $41,720 -18.5% |
| 2017 | $1,586 +2.7% | $51,170 |
| 2016 | $1,545 +1.1% | $51,170 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $1,528 +5% | $49,470 |
| 2014 | $1,456 +0.5% | $49,470 |
| 2013 | $1,449 +15% | $49,470 |
| 2012 | $1,260 +12.1% | $49,470 +6.2% |
| 2011 | $1,124 +1.2% | $46,600 |
| 2010 | $1,110 +0.4% | $46,600 |
| 2009 | $1,106 | $46,600 |
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Neighborhood: 43130
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tallmadge Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Thomas Ewing Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 5/10Lancaster High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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