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  • $115,000

    15791 Willow Creek Rd, Athens, OH 45701

    2beds
    1,104sqft
    Single Family Residence, Single Family, SF-Site Built
    Built in 1900
    5 Acres Lot
    $118,500 Zestimate®
    $104/sqft
    $979 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $118,500

    Estimated sales range

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    $979/mo

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    What's special

    Upstairs loft areaForested beautyMature hardwoodsCaves and creeksRustic interiorDramatic rock outcroppingsBeautiful waterfall
    Willow Creek Rd; 5 acres. Primitive Athens County Getaway - Mid-1800s Cabin with Caves, Waterfall & Creeks! Step back in time with this restored mid-1800s log cabin tucked away on approximately 5 acres in scenic Athens County, Ohio. This one-of-a-kind property blends history, nature, and adventure-all just 11 miles from Ohio University and downtown Athens.Property Highlights: Mid-1800s log cabin that's been restored; Walking trail leading from the cabin to multiple caves and creeks; Beautiful waterfall framed by dramatic rock outcroppings and mature hardwoods; Rustic interior with one bathroom and composting toilet; Rain Barrel water collection system; Upstairs loft area ideal for bedrooms; AEP electric service already connected; Public water available nearby on Willow Creek Road; No permanent sewer utilities; Excellent potential for a primitive Airbnb or weekend getaway; Convenient location-only 11 miles from Ohio University and Athens; Exact acreage to be determined by new survey. Here's a rare opportunity to own a historic cabin surrounded by caves, creeks, and forested beauty, offering the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience.

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    Listed by:

    Tristden Bauer (614)745-5520,

    Mossy Oak Properties Bauer Real Estate Company, LLC

    Bought with:

    Russell Chamberlain, BRK.2007004228

    The Athens Real Estate Co., Ltd.

    Source: Athens County BOR,MLS#: 2434116MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Wood
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Features
    • Basement: None
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,104
    • Total interior livable area: 1,104 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: Two
    Lot
    • Size: 5 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: E010010027200

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Single Family, SF-Site Built
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1900

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Power: AEP

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Athens

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/16/2026Sold$115,000+5.5%$104/sqft
    Source: Athens County BOR #2434116 Report a problem
    10/26/2025Pending sale$109,000$99/sqft
    Source: REALSTACK #92493 Report a problem
    10/26/2025Contingent$109,000$99/sqft
    Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225040067 Report a problem
    10/23/2025Listed for sale$109,000-72.4%$99/sqft
    Source: Athens County BOR #2434116 Report a problem
    9/15/2025Sold$395,000-7.1%$358/sqft
    Source: Athens County BOR #2433707 Report a problem
    7/14/2025Listed for sale$425,000+260.2%$385/sqft
    Source: Athens County BOR #2433707 Report a problem
    5/9/2013Sold$118,000+100.7%$107/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/8/2012Sold$58,800$53/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,012 +1.3%$42,530
    2024$1,986 +4%$42,530
    2023$1,911 +22.9%$42,530 +29.6%
    2022$1,555 -0.1%$32,820
    2021$1,556 +1.4%$32,820
    2020$1,535 +25.8%$32,820 +25.6%
    2019$1,220 +0.6%$26,140
    2018$1,213 -26.2%$26,140
    2017$1,643 +8.8%$26,140 +10.3%
    2016$1,510 +1.9%$23,700
    2015$1,482 $23,700
    2014$1,482 $23,700

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 45701

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Federal Hocking LSD

    Source: Athens County BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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