Nestled in a sought-after Shaker Heights neighborhood, 21249 Colby Rd blends timeless character with spacious living areas and classic architectural details. The front door opens into a welcoming foyer with original slate flooring. A central hallway leads to the spacious living room on one side and the formal dining room on the other. The living room features hardwood flooring, an elegant fireplace, and double doors that open to an enclosed porch overlooking the backyard. The formal dining room also features hardwood flooring and flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a subway tile backsplash. A convenient half bath is located just off the kitchen. A first-floor office provides flexible space for work, study, or hobbies and features wood paneling, built-ins, and wood flooring. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The spacious primary bedroom includes two closets and direct access to one of the full baths. One bathroom has been fully updated, while the other retains much of its original charm. The lower level provides additional space for storage, laundry, and future possibilities. Outside, mature landscaping enhances the property's curb appeal and complements the home's classic Shaker Heights character. This well-kept colonial offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy space, charm, and a desirable location close to parks, shopping, dining, and local amenities.
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$499,900
21249 Colby Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
4beds
2,536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elegant fireplaceFour bedroomsSubway tile backsplashStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsFormal dining roomHardwood flooring
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Listed by:
Terry Young 216-400-5224 Terryyoung@theyoungteam.com,
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5219369
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,536
- Total interior livable area: 2,536 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,088
- Finished area below ground: 448
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 73405015
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Van Sweringen Cos 28
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Shaker Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $347,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,358
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+84.5%$197/sqft |
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| 9/6/2019 | Sold | $271,000+0.7%$107/sqft |
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| 8/17/2019 | Pending sale | $269,000$106/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Cleveland Heights #4120980 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $269,000+17%$106/sqft |
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| 10/26/2010 | Sold | $230,000-14.5%$91/sqft |
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| 4/7/2010 | Listed for sale | $269,000$106/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Shaker Heights #3110886 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,678 +5.6% | $121,450 +33.9% |
| 2023 | $10,116 +3.5% | $90,690 |
| 2022 | $9,774 +0.3% | $90,690 |
| 2021 | $9,740 -4.3% | $90,690 +2% |
| 2020 | $10,181 -0.9% | $88,900 |
| 2019 | $10,274 +0.3% | $88,900 |
| 2018 | $10,245 +3.9% | $88,900 +9.3% |
| 2017 | $9,860 +4.3% | $81,340 |
| 2016 | $9,453 | $81,340 |
| 2015 | $9,453 +2% | $81,340 +6% |
| 2014 | $9,264 +7.3% | $76,730 |
| 2013 | $8,636 +1.9% | $76,730 |
| 2012 | $8,479 -2.3% | $76,730 -6.7% |
| 2011 | $8,678 +1022.9% | $82,220 |
| 2010 | $773 -89.1% | $82,220 |
| 2009 | $7,078 -2.3% | $82,220 -7% |
| 2008 | $7,245 +2.1% | $88,410 |
| 2007 | $7,096 -9.6% | $88,410 |
| 2006 | $7,849 +13.1% | $88,410 +10.3% |
| 2005 | $6,942 +2.2% | $80,150 |
| 2004 | $6,790 +4% | $80,150 |
| 2003 | $6,527 +15.2% | $80,150 +14.5% |
| 2002 | $5,668 -55.2% | $70,000 |
| 2001 | $12,642 | $70,000 |
| 2000 | $12,642 | $70,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mercer
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mercer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Shaker Heights Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Shaker Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Shaker Heights CSD - 1827
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- Ohio
- Cuyahoga County
- Shaker Heights
- 44122
- Mercer
- 21249 Colby Rd





