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    • Price cut: $9K (6/23)
    $270,000

    238 Helen St, Cincinnati, OH 45219

    5beds
    1,829sqft
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    $1,971/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1905
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $148/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Off-street parkingFlat backyardOutdoor living space
    Investor opportunity with strong rental income in a desirable location! This spacious 4-5-bedroom, 2-bath property is currently rented at $2,750/month, offering immediate income and strong tenant appeal. Generous bedroom sizes and a functional layout provide flexibility for student or workforce housing. Kitchen walks out to a deck and flat backyard, adding valuable outdoor living space. Off-street parking is an added bonus. Conveniently located near UC, OTR, downtown Cincinnati, hospitals and universities. An attractive opportunity for investors seeking an income-producing property in an established rental market with long-term appreciation potential.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Julie Rose 513-317-7452,

    Coldwell Banker Realty 513-922-9400

    Source: Cincy MLS,MLS#: 1872683MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Wood Floor
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 180
      • Dimensions: 12 x 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 100
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182
      • Dimensions: 13 x 14
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 375
      • Dimensions: 15 x 25
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 90
      • Dimensions: 9 x 10
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Shower
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Full
      • Level: Second
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Full
      • Level: Third
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 12 x 14
      Family room
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Kitchen
      • Area: 88
      • Dimensions: 8 x 11
      Living room
      • Area: 182
      • Dimensions: 13 x 14
      Office
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl
      • Basement: Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,829
      • Total interior livable area: 1,829 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 3
      Lot
      • Size: 1,742 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0890001015100

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1905

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Natural
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Cincinnati

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $148/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $108,030
      • Annual tax amount: $2,402
      • Date on market: 3/24/2026
      • Listing terms: No Special Financing

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
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        6/29/2026Listed for rent$2,200$1/sqft
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        6/23/2026Price change$270,000-3.2%$148/sqft
        Source: Cincy MLS #1872683 Report a problem
        5/27/2026Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
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        5/22/2026Price change$279,000-3.5%$153/sqft
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        5/20/2026Price change$289,000-3.6%$158/sqft
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        5/6/2026Listed for rent$2,200$1/sqft
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        4/28/2026Price change$299,900-1.7%$164/sqft
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        4/13/2026Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
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        4/6/2026Price change$305,000-3.2%$167/sqft
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        3/24/2026Listed for sale$315,000+84.2%$172/sqft
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        3/23/2026Listed for rent$2,200$1/sqft
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        3/12/2026Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
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        3/4/2026Price change$2,200-13.7%$1/sqft
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        12/28/2025Price change$2,550-8.9%$1/sqft
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        11/18/2025Listed for rent$2,800$2/sqft
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        11/10/2025Listing removed$2,800$2/sqft
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        9/24/2025Listed for rent$2,800-20%$2/sqft
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        4/15/2025Listing removed$3,500$2/sqft
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        2/28/2025Listed for rent$3,500-2.8%$2/sqft
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        1/29/2025Listing removed$3,600$2/sqft
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        1/8/2025Listed for rent$3,600-2.7%$2/sqft
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        12/6/2024Listing removed$3,700$2/sqft
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        11/13/2024Price change$3,700-1.3%$2/sqft
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        11/7/2024Listed for rent$3,750$2/sqft
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        2/23/2024Sold$171,000+297.7%$93/sqft
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        10/31/2014Sold$43,000+7.5%$24/sqft
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        2/22/2005Sold$40,000$22/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,399 -0.2%$37,811
        2023$2,403 +97.4%$37,811 +120.4%
        2022$1,217 +1.6%$17,157
        2021$1,198 $17,157
        2020$1,198 +3.7%$17,157 +14%
        2019$1,155 +3.9%$15,050
        2018$1,112 $15,050
        2017$1,112 +21.8%$15,050 +11.7%
        2016$913 $13,468
        2015$913 -0.5%$13,468
        2014$918 +2.3%$13,468 +4%
        2013$898 +2.3%$12,950
        2012$878 +1.5%$12,950
        2011$865 -40.9%$12,950 -45.8%
        2010$1,463 +1.7%$23,874
        2009$1,438 +1.5%$23,874
        2008$1,417 +11.8%$23,874 -2%
        2007$1,268 -3.7%$24,360
        2006$1,317 +10.9%$24,360
        2005$1,188 +14.4%$24,360 +24.7%
        2003$1,038 +6.7%$19,530
        2002$974 +6.5%$19,530 +13.4%
        2001$914 +3.4%$17,220
        2000$884 $17,220
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Mt. Auburn

        Getting around

        76 / 100
        Very Walkable
        59 / 100
        Good Transit
        43 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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