This updated home is a standout in a revitalized neighborhood where historic charm meets fresh investment and energy. Inside, stylish and functional flooring pairs perfectly with trendy lighting and modern fixtures throughout. The kitchen shines with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and elegant cabinetry that feels both polished and practical. Upstairs, you will find two spacious bedrooms and a fully updated bathroom designed with comfort in mind. Outside, the enormous deck overlooks a fully fenced backyard that is ready for relaxing evenings or weekend entertaining. Opportunities like this do not come along often, and this one is absolutely worth seeing. Tax abatement through 2037!!
For sale
Price cut: $3.1K (7/29)
$144,900
1557 Safford Ave, Columbus, OH 43223
2beds
896sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,098/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern fixturesFully updated bathroomTwo spacious bedroomsStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsFully fenced backyardEnormous deck
- 209 days |
- 116 |
- 18 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James E Ross 614-407-6819,
Red 1 Realty
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS ,MLS#: 226001437
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Below
Interior area
- Total structure area: 896
- Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 010002998
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $97,500
- Annual tax amount: $690
- Date on market: 8/9/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $144,900$162/sqft |
Source:  Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #226001437 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2026 | Contingent | $144,900$162/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $144,900-2.1%$162/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $148,000-1.3%$165/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $149,900-3.2%$167/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $154,900-3.1%$173/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $159,900-3%$178/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $164,900-2.9%$184/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $169,900-2.9%$190/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $174,900+255.5%$195/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/10/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,289-2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/28/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,324$1/sqft |
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| 6/15/2022 | Sold | $49,200$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $690 -55.3% | $34,130 |
| 2023 | $1,545 +673.5% | $34,130 +170.9% |
| 2022 | $200 -0.2% | $12,600 |
| 2021 | $200 -0.1% | $12,600 |
| 2020 | $200 +68.4% | $12,600 +17.6% |
| 2019 | $119 +0.2% | $10,710 |
| 2018 | $119 | $10,710 |
| 2017 | $119 -2.1% | $10,710 +1.2% |
| 2016 | $121 +10.2% | $10,580 |
| 2015 | $110 | $10,580 |
| 2014 | $110 +0.6% | $10,580 -14.8% |
| 2013 | $109 -84.9% | $12,425 |
| 2011 | $723 +5.4% | $12,425 +0.3% |
| 2010 | $686 +6.4% | $12,390 |
| 2008 | $645 +15.4% | $12,390 |
| 2007 | $559 +0.4% | -- |
| 2006 | $557 +4.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $534 +4.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $511 +20.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $425 +0.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $424 +11.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $382 -0.5% | -- |
| 2000 | $383 | -- |
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Neighborhood: South Hilltop
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10West Mound Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Hilltonia Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Briggs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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