Located in the highly desirable Gahanna School District, this 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath ranch offers a fantastic opportunity for the right buyer to bring their personal touch and vision. With two spacious living areas and a functional layout, the home has great potential to be transformed into something truly special. While it does need renovation, it provides a solid foundation for updates and customization. Ideal for those looking for a project or investment, this property is being sold as-is, with cash buyers preferred. Don't miss the chance to own in a great neighborhood with top-rated schools and convenient access to parks, shopping, and more. Seller has received multiple offers and is asking for HIGHEST & BEST due by Sunday 9/17 @4pm. Leave open through Sunday 9/17 @10pm
Sold for $196,000
$196,000
137 Empire Dr, Columbus, OH 43230
3beds
1,421sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$270,000 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$2,144 Estimated rent
Home value
$270,000
$243,000 - $294,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Theresa G Emch 614-607-0214,
Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs
Bought with:
Theresa G Emch, 2014004656
Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS ,MLS#: 225031054
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,421
- Total interior livable area: 1,421 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 025001485
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Royal Manor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $206,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,318
- Date on market: 8/16/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Listing removed | $1,695$1/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Price change | $1,695-5.6%$1/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,795$1/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $196,000+3.2%$138/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Pending sale | $189,900$134/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225031054 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,900$134/sqft |
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225031054 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,260 +1.3% | $72,310 |
| 2023 | $4,206 +16.5% | $72,310 +49.5% |
| 2022 | $3,612 +26.2% | $48,370 |
| 2021 | $2,862 +0.8% | $48,370 |
| 2020 | $2,838 +27.8% | $48,370 +21.9% |
| 2019 | $2,221 +0.7% | $39,690 |
| 2018 | $2,205 | $39,690 |
| 2017 | $2,205 +4.5% | $39,690 +4.7% |
| 2016 | $2,109 -0.1% | $37,910 |
| 2015 | $2,111 | $37,910 |
| 2014 | $2,111 +102.9% | $37,910 +0% |
| 2013 | $1,040 -49.3% | $37,905 |
| 2011 | $2,050 +13.2% | $37,905 -4.5% |
| 2010 | $1,811 +7.6% | $39,690 |
| 2008 | $1,683 +6.6% | $39,690 |
| 2007 | $1,579 -2.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,613 +17.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,369 +6.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,287 +4.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,237 -1.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,255 +11.3% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,127 -1.1% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,140 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 43230
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Royal Manor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Gahanna West Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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- Franklin County
- Gahanna
- 43230
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