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    • Price cut: $5K (6/16)
    $145,000

    505 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512

    4beds
    1,586sqft
    : 
    $1,007/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1915
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $91/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Historic charmSpacious roomsCorner lot
    Charming 4-bedroom, 1-bath home on a corner lot in a quiet Defiance neighborhood. This 1915 home offers over 1,500 square feet of living space filled with character and potential. Conveniently located near Defiance College, Diehl Park, and ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital. Enjoy the blend of historic charm, spacious rooms, and a peaceful setting. NEW ROOF JULY 2026, NEW SIDING ON BACK OF HOME, NEW FRESHLY PAINTED FRONT PORCH! Schedule your showing today!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kathryn Groff 773-426-6977,

    Sam Switzer Realty LLC

    Source: NORIS,MLS#: 10008539

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 10 x 11
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 11 x 10
      Other
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Dimensions: 10 x 14
      Dining room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12
      Other
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 11 x 12
      Kitchen
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 12 x 8
      Living room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Level: Main
      • Dimensions: 14 x 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Oil
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Water Heater, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum
      • Basement: Block
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,586
      • Total interior livable area: 1,586 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Paved, Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 69X127
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: B013121002900

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1915

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Sanitary Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Defiance

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $91/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $84,160
      • Annual tax amount: $1,106
      • Date on market: 6/2/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/16/2026Price change$145,000-3.3%$91/sqft
        Source: NORIS #10008539 Report a problem
        6/2/2026Listed for sale$150,000+200%$95/sqft
        Source: NORIS #10008539 Report a problem
        10/26/2001Sold$50,000$32/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,106 -0.3%$29,460
        2023$1,109 +28.1%$29,460 +42.5%
        2022$866 -0.3%$20,670
        2021$869 -0.8%$20,670
        2020$876 +1.4%$20,670 +3.7%
        2019$863 +1.4%$19,930
        2018$851 $19,930 +0%
        2017-- $19,926 +20.5%
        2016$341 $16,538
        2015$341 $16,538
        2014$341 $16,538
        2013$341 $16,538
        2012$341 $16,538
        2011-- $16,538
        2010-- --
        2009-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 43512

        Getting around

        55 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        40 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Defiance
        • Middle: Defiance
        • High: Defiance

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

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