Sold for $217,500

$217,500

688 Russell Ave, Newark, OH 43055

5beds

1,560sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1948

0.57 Acres Lot

$223,000 Zestimate^®

$139/sqft

$2,241 Estimated rent

Home value

$223,000

$194,000 - $256,000

$2,241/mo

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What's special

Discover space, privacy, and potential at this 5-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on over half an acre in Newark! This property is located right off State Route 16 and is set on a spacious 0.574-acre wooded lot. Step outside to your private deck overlooking mature trees — perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying nature. Inside, you'll find 1,560 sq ft of living space ready to be made your own. With 5 bedrooms, there's flexibility for a home office, guest room, or hobby space. Whether you're looking for your next family home or an investment opportunity, this property offers a rare combination of space and privacy — all within city limits. Don't miss your chance to make this hidden gem yours! This home is tenant occupied. Please allow for 24 hours notice for scheduling showings. We will do our best to accommodate showings scheduled after the 24 hour period.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Egress Window(s),Full
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,560
Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Detached, Side Load
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

Size: 0.57 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 05419557000.000
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Block

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1948

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newark

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $139/sqft
Tax assessed value: $193,600
Annual tax amount: $2,483
Date on market: 10/3/2025
Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Conventional

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/18/2025	Sold	$217,500-3.3%$139/sqft
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225037356 Report a problem
10/26/2025	Contingent	$224,999$144/sqft
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225037356 Report a problem
10/3/2025	Listed for sale	$224,999+251%$144/sqft
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #225037356 Report a problem
6/15/2018	Sold	$64,100+3.4%$41/sqft
Source: MLS Now #3985957 Report a problem
5/17/2018	Pending sale	$62,000$40/sqft
Source: Solutions for Real Estate #3985957 Report a problem
5/14/2018	Price change	$62,000-19.5%$40/sqft
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4/26/2018	Listed for sale	$77,000$49/sqft
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4/13/2018	Pending sale	$77,000$49/sqft
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4/3/2018	Listed for sale	$77,000-4%$49/sqft
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10/20/2017	Listing removed	$80,216-19.7%$51/sqft
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
10/12/2017	Listed for sale	--
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12/26/2001	Sold	$99,900$64/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,550 +2.7%	$67,760
2024	$2,483 +0.1%	$67,760
2023	$2,481 +174.4%	$67,760
2022	$904 -4.7%	--
2021	$949 -2.8%	--
2020	$976 -46.6%	--
2019	$1,828 -23.7%	--
2018	$2,394 +11.6%	--
2017	$2,145 +91.3%	--
2016	$1,121 -2.1%	--
2015	$1,145	--
2014	$1,145 +5.4%	--
2013	$1,087 -43.9%	--
2012	$1,938 -1.9%	--
2011	$1,975 +4.3%	--
2010	$1,893	$32,620