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    $299,900

    268 Forest St, Oberlin, OH 44074

    5beds
    3,058sqft
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    $2,064/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    0.36 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $98/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Detached garageGenerously sized bedroomsBuilt-in features throughoutAbundant solid wood cabinetryUnfinished full basementCozy wood-burning fireplaceBright morning room
    Rare opportunity to own a Victorian home near Oberlin College with 5 bedrooms (or 4 with a tandem room), 2 full bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet of character, space, and potential. Mere minutes from the quaint shops and large centralized park in the center of Oberlin this home, nestled within campus life of Oberlin college, is also just one block from the Arboretum of Oberlin. The Arboretum is approximately 70 acres of green space filled with a variety of vegetation, trees ponds and trails that are soothing to the soul. This historic Oberlin home features hardwood flooring throughout. It's a spacious living room, centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and elegant dining room are perfect for family gatherings. Home features a den complete with built-in bookcases. The expansive eat-in kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant solid wood cabinetry, generous counter space, a center island with bar seating, and a bright morning room highlighted by a large picture window overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. Additional highlights include two full bathrooms (1 on the main level), convenient first-floor laundry with an additional sink, ceiling fans, built-in features throughout, a screened-in sun porch perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or unwinding in the evening, an unfinished full basement, and a detached garage. All kitchen and laundry appliances will remain with the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms and a bonus storage area. The large master bedroom and one of the other bedrooms have access to a bonus staircase to the kitchen. If you are looking for a home that is unique, with old quality charm and character, and plenty of room for family, friends, dinner parties and holiday gatherings, you've come to the right place!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Joy Larson 440-503-1730 jfivehomes@gmail.com,

    Keller Williams Elevate,

    Jennifer Deal 440-732-2232,

    Keller Williams Elevate

    Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5223177MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Bedroom
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Bedroom
      • Description: Bedroom or Office Space,Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Bathroom
      • Description: Flooring: Laminate
      • Level: Second
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Dining room
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Eat in kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Entry foyer
      • Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Tile
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Laundry
      • Description: Laundry Room + Bathroom,Flooring: Tile
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Library
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Living room
      • Description: Flooring: Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Sitting room
      • Description: Flooring: Linoleum
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: ND x ND
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Radiator(s), Steam
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub, Sink
      Features
      • Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,058
      • Total interior livable area: 3,058 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,058
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
      • Fencing: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.36 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped, Few Trees
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0900085104022
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional,Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Stucco
      • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Wrights
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Oberlin

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $98/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $247,410
      • Annual tax amount: $2,949
      • Date on market: 7/1/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(b)

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/21/2026Price change$299,900-6.3%$98/sqft
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        8/6/2026Price change$319,900-5.9%$105/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5223177 Report a problem
        7/20/2026Price change$339,900-1.5%$111/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5223177 Report a problem
        7/10/2026Price change$345,000-1.4%$113/sqft
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        7/1/2026Listed for sale$349,900$114/sqft
        Source: MLS Now #5223177 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,788 -13.8%$86,600 -3.4%
        2023$4,395 +2.2%$89,660
        2022$4,299 +0.2%$89,660
        2021$4,292 +8.9%$89,660 +14.1%
        2020$3,942 +1.1%$78,580
        2019$3,898 -0.7%$78,580
        2018$3,926 +8.4%$78,580 +5.2%
        2017$3,621 -1%$74,720
        2016$3,657 -0.1%$74,720
        2015$3,661 +4.2%$74,720 +6%
        2014$3,512 +1.7%$70,490
        2013$3,451 -10.6%$70,490
        2012$3,861 $70,490
        2011-- --
        2010-- --
        2009-- --
        2008$3,530 -7.9%--
        2007$3,832 +1.9%--
        2006$3,760 +12.3%--
        2005$3,347 +13.3%--
        2004$2,954 +0.8%--
        2003$2,932 +9%--
        2002$2,690 -1.2%--
        2001$2,722 +17.4%--
        2000$2,318 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 44074

        Getting around

        47 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        69 / 100
        Bikeable

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        • District: Oberlin CSD - 4712

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