Historic Charm Meets Modern Updates! Perched beautifully atop a picturesque hill, this charming 4-bedroom home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Original woodwork throughout adds warmth, craftsmanship, and personality that you simply don't find in newer homes. Major updates include new windows, a new roof, a beautifully updated kitchen, and two remodeled bathrooms, offering the perfect combination of classic charm and modern comfort. The spacious layout provides plenty of room for family and guests, while the elevated setting offers beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere. Adding incredible versatility is a detached mother-in-law house(24x21) featuring a studio-style apartment and full bathroomperfect for extended family, guests, a home office, or additional living space. A rare opportunity to own a home where historic character, modern convenience, and flexible living come together in a truly special setting!
For sale
$359,900
5158 Trenton Franklin Rd, Middletown, OH 45042
4beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1866
1.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elevated settingBeautiful viewsSpacious layoutStudio-style apartmentTwo remodeled bathroomsBeautifully updated kitchenOriginal woodwork throughout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lance Phillips 513-706-2930,
Realty First 513-737-6600
Source: Cincy MLS,MLS#: 1893760
Originating MLS: Cincinnati Area Multiple Listing Service

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 91
- Dimensions: 13 x 7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Other
Bathroom 1
- Features: Full
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Family room
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Living room
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Windows: Vinyl
- Basement: Partial,Concrete,Unfinished,Glass Blk Wind
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 1.65 Acres
- Features: 1 to 4.9 Acres
- Topography: Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: E2210029000007
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1866
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: None
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Middletown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,660
- Annual tax amount: $3,148
- Date on market: 9/12/2026
- Listing terms: No Special Financing
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,900+79%$208/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $201,100-39.1%$116/sqft |
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| 1/17/2024 | Sold | $330,000+1.5%$191/sqft |
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| 10/16/2023 | Pending sale | $325,000$188/sqft |
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| 9/19/2023 | Price change | $325,000-2.1%$188/sqft |
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| 9/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $332,000$192/sqft |
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| 8/16/2023 | Pending sale | $332,000$192/sqft |
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| 8/7/2023 | Price change | $332,000-2.4%$192/sqft |
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| 7/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $340,000+146.4%$197/sqft |
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| 5/25/2023 | Sold | $138,000$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,148 -35.5% | $74,780 |
| 2024 | $4,881 +10.6% | $74,780 |
| 2023 | $4,414 +80.7% | $74,780 +44.3% |
| 2022 | $2,443 +11.6% | $51,840 |
| 2021 | $2,190 -3.8% | $51,840 |
| 2020 | $2,277 +9.8% | $51,840 +18.5% |
| 2019 | $2,075 -0.1% | $43,750 |
| 2018 | $2,077 +0.1% | $43,750 |
| 2017 | $2,076 +3.7% | $43,750 +7.1% |
| 2016 | $2,002 -1.3% | $40,850 |
| 2015 | $2,029 -30.9% | $40,850 |
| 2014 | $2,936 | $40,850 -30.2% |
| 2013 | $2,936 +1.7% | $58,490 |
| 2012 | $2,887 | $58,490 +49.4% |
| 2011 | $2,887 +0.4% | $39,151 -1.9% |
| 2010 | $2,875 +6.6% | $39,904 |
| 2009 | $2,696 +0.8% | $39,904 -4.2% |
| 2008 | $2,674 +56.4% | $41,654 +8.2% |
| 2007 | $1,709 -2% | $38,493 |
| 2006 | $1,745 +3% | $38,493 |
| 2005 | $1,693 +36.3% | $38,493 +14.6% |
| 2004 | $1,242 +1.5% | $33,580 |
| 2003 | $1,223 +2.9% | $33,580 |
| 2002 | $1,189 +23.1% | $33,580 +27.8% |
| 2001 | $965 +1.8% | $26,278 |
| 2000 | $949 | $26,278 |
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