This lovely ranch in Geauga County is ready and waiting for you. Tucked in the quiet community of Hemlock Hills this large home boasts 2,584 sqft. Hardwood floors, original wood louver doors, and coved ceilings add to the warmth and a richness of the home. Two seperate living areas flood with natural light, and each have fireplaces (one is wood burning, one is gas) so everyone can relax in peace. Use all four bedrooms for sleeping, or turn one into an office/hobby space. However you choose to use them, there are 3 full baths so you will not need to crowd your fellow housemates or your out-of-town guests. The laundry room is massive and has storage and space for for a litany of things. It has access to an exterior door that leads to the fenced in portion of the yard so pets can have a landing spot to clean paws before entering into the main part of the home. The current owners have completed roughly $40,000 of work since purchasing the home including: Tree work, concrete work, paint, updated lighting, fencing, keypad locks with fingerprint setting, storage shed and so much more. The extra large corner lot has wonderful mature trees for privacy, young fruit trees, a fenced in yard, circular driveway and an amply sized parking pad. The home sits on over 2 acres. The owners love their neighborhood and this home. The HOA hosts social events, and membership includes use of the tennis courts and playground. You have the option to join the pool, but membership is not mandatory. There is a swim team associated witht the community as well. The home has central air and heat and the roof 2021. Enjoy a short ride to Chagrin Falls while maintaining Geauga County Taxes. Both University and Cleveland Clinic hospital systems are also a short drive, and the home lies in the award winning West Geauga School District. Call for a private showing and for the full list of updates.
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$385,000
8457 Ridgewood Ln, Novelty, OH 44072
4beds
2,584sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
2.17 Acres Lot
$425,400 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$2,817 Estimated rent
Home value
$425,400
$387,000 - $464,000
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Four bedroomsCentral air and heatYoung fruit treesAmply sized parking padExtra large corner lotCircular drivewayCoved ceilings
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Listed by:
Kimya S Matthews 440-223-8091 kimyamatthews@howardhanna.com,
Howard Hanna
Bought with:
Amy Hissa, 2022003203
Howard Hanna
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5173903Originating MLS: Lake Geauga Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5 x 7
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Entry foyer
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 3 x 4
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 30 x 14
Family room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Linoleum
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Mud room
- Description: Flooring: Concrete
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 5
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,584
- Total interior livable area: 2,584 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,584
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Community
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 2.17 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 26040000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground, Tennis Court(s), Pool
- Subdivision: Hemlock Hill Dev
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $150 annually
- HOA name: Hemlock Hills Home Owners Association
Location
- Region: Novelty
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $336,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,347
- Date on market: 11/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/27/2026 | Sold | $385,000-1.3%$149/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Pending sale | $390,000$151/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $390,000+14.7%$151/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Sold | $340,000+4.6%$132/sqft |
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| 3/4/2023 | Pending sale | $325,000$126/sqft |
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| 2/17/2023 | Contingent | $325,000$126/sqft |
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| 2/16/2023 | Price change | $325,000-7.1%$126/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $349,900+240.7%$135/sqft |
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| 3/14/2016 | Sold | $102,700-54.3%$40/sqft |
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| 1/5/2012 | Listing removed | $224,900$87/sqft |
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| 11/21/2011 | Price change | $224,900-6.3%$87/sqft |
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| 8/28/2011 | Price change | $239,900-4%$93/sqft |
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| 7/14/2011 | Price change | $249,900-9.1%$97/sqft |
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| 5/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $275,000+22.2%$106/sqft |
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| 4/20/2007 | Sold | $225,000+17.8%$87/sqft |
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| 6/25/1996 | Sold | $191,000$74/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,869 +9.8% | $117,920 |
| 2024 | $5,348 -0.9% | $117,920 |
| 2023 | $5,394 +25.7% | $117,920 +48.9% |
| 2022 | $4,292 +0.3% | $79,170 |
| 2021 | $4,279 -4.7% | $79,170 |
| 2020 | $4,490 +0.4% | $79,170 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $4,473 -1.1% | $73,640 |
| 2018 | $4,522 -0.1% | $73,640 |
| 2017 | $4,529 +13.8% | $73,640 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $3,979 +5.2% | $71,890 |
| 2015 | $3,781 +3% | $71,890 |
| 2014 | $3,671 -0.6% | $71,890 |
| 2013 | $3,695 +3.9% | $71,890 |
| 2012 | $3,556 0% | $71,890 |
| 2011 | $3,557 -12.5% | $71,890 -13.8% |
| 2010 | $4,065 +5.7% | $83,370 |
| 2009 | $3,847 -8.8% | $83,370 |
| 2008 | $4,220 +1.5% | $83,370 |
| 2007 | $4,157 0% | $83,370 |
| 2006 | $4,157 +0% | $83,370 |
| 2005 | $4,156 +13.8% | $83,370 +10.7% |
| 2004 | $3,653 +1.5% | $75,330 |
| 2003 | $3,600 +7.7% | $75,330 |
| 2002 | $3,344 +9% | $75,330 +12.7% |
| 2001 | $3,069 +3.8% | $66,850 |
| 2000 | $2,957 -3.1% | $66,850 |
| 1999 | $3,052 | $66,850 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 44072
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWestwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 2.8 mi
- 9/10West Geauga Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 10/10West Geauga High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Geauga LSD - 2807
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Ohio
- Geauga County
- Novelty
- 44072
- 8457 Ridgewood Ln
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