For sale

Price cut: $40K (8/13)

$550,000

2518 May St, Cincinnati, OH 45206

4beds

3,061sqft

$4,014/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1881

5,488 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$180/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Cherry and pear treesSpacious primary suiteCustom shuttersSoaring ceilingsHigh-end gas rangeOff-street parkingDual vanity

Take advantage of a valuable 10-year tax abatement through 2032 at this beautifully updated 4BR, 3.5BA Victorian offering over 3,000 SF of historic charm and modern comfort. Features include soaring ceilings, oversized windows and doors, custom shutters, hardwood floors throughout, and a stunning original staircase. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, a high-end gas range, and newer appliances. The spacious primary suite includes a dual vanity, soaking tub, oversized shower, and custom walk-in closet. A second bedroom features a private ensuite, while the third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy off-street parking, cherry and pear trees, and a walkable location near shops, restaurants, I-71, Downtown Cincinnati, Eden Park, and Kenwood Towne Centre. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Cincinnati history.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Bath Adjoins, Walk-In Closet(s), Fireplace, Window Treatment, Wood Floor
Level: Second
Area: 255
Dimensions: 15 x 17

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Bedroom 3

Level: Third
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Bedroom 4

Level: Third
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15 x 15

Bedroom 5

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Primary bathroom

Features: Shower, Tile Floor, Double Vanity, Tub

Bathroom 1

Features: Full
Level: Second

Bathroom 2

Features: Full
Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Features: Full
Level: Third

Bathroom 4

Features: Partial
Level: First

Dining room

Features: Window Treatment, Wood Floor, Formal
Level: First
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15 x 15

Family room

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Kitchen

Features: Pantry, Quartz Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Tile Floor, Walkout, Window Treatment, Kitchen Island
Area: 255
Dimensions: 15 x 17

Living room

Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, Window Treatment, Wood Floor
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Office

Area: 0
Dimensions: 0 x 0

Heating

Mini-Split, Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Mini-Split

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Features

High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
Doors: Multi Panel Doors
Windows: Vinyl
Basement: Full,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Ceramic, Dummy, Inoperable, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,061
Total interior livable area: 3,061 sqft

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Parking

Parking features: Off Street, On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 3
Patio & porch: Porch
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 5,488 Square Feet
Features: Less than .5 Acre, Busline Near
Residential vegetation: Fruit

Details

Parcel number: 0700002001100
Other equipment: Sump Pump

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle,Membrane

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1881

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: $180/sqft
Tax assessed value: $164
Annual tax amount: $4,216
Date on market: 7/16/2026
Listing terms: No Special Financing

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/13/2026	Price change	$550,000-6.8%$180/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1886486 Report a problem
7/16/2026	Listed for sale	$590,000+25.5%$193/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1886486 Report a problem
12/22/2022	Sold	$470,000+4.4%$154/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1729357 Report a problem
2/17/2022	Pending sale	$450,000$147/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1729357 Report a problem
2/17/2022	Listed for sale	$450,000+400%$147/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1729357 Report a problem
9/9/2019	Sold	$90,000-10%$29/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1634115 Report a problem
8/20/2019	Pending sale	$100,000$33/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1634115 Report a problem
8/14/2019	Listed for sale	$100,000-20%$33/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell #1634115 Report a problem
7/3/2019	Listing removed	$125,000$41/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
5/20/2019	Pending sale	$125,000$41/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
5/14/2019	Listed for sale	$125,000$41/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
4/15/2019	Pending sale	$125,000$41/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
3/30/2019	Price change	$125,000-10.1%$41/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
3/14/2019	Listed for sale	$139,000$45/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
3/3/2019	Pending sale	$139,000$45/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell - Metro Link Office #1611961 Report a problem
2/28/2019	Listed for sale	$139,000+98.6%$45/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker West Shell #1611961 Report a problem
1/29/2019	Sold	$70,000+366.6%$23/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/22/2009	Sold	$15,001-62.5%$5/sqft
Source: Cincy MLS #1174030 Report a problem
4/8/2009	Sold	$40,000-52.1%$13/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/12/2004	Sold	$83,500$27/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$4,088 -60%	$164,500
2023	$10,232 +357.1%	--
2022	$2,238 -3.2%	$31,500
2021	$2,312 +5%	$31,500
2020	$2,201 +80.8%	$31,500 +95.9%
2019	$1,218	$16,079
2018	--	$16,079
2017	$1,163 +152.4%	$16,079 +212.5%
2016	$461 +32.6%	$5,146
2015	$347 -0.6%	$5,146
2014	$350 -3.3%	$5,146 -2%
2013	$361 +1.8%	$5,251
2012	$355 -1.7%	$5,251
2011	$361 +8.3%	$5,251 +0%
2010	$333 -77.8%	$5,250 -78.9%
2009	$1,503 +1.5%	$24,843
2008	$1,482 -2.9%	$24,843 -15%
2007	$1,527 -3.8%	$29,225
2006	$1,586 +3.9%	$29,225
2005	$1,527 -4.5%	$29,225 +0.5%
2003	$1,599 +6.7%	$29,085
2002	$1,499 +10.8%	$29,085 +10.7%
2001	$1,353 -7.1%	$26,285
2000	$1,455	$26,285