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1821 Ruskin Road

Dayton, OH 45406

$244,000 $1,028/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

2,217

Sqft

10,677

Sqft(Lot)

Description

Step inside this rare blend of historic elegance and modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 1939 Cape Cod offering 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and timeless architectural charm throughout. This stunning home features rich hardwood floors, elegant two-piece crown molding, abundant built-in shelving, curio cabinets, and two gas fireplaces. The spacious living room showcases a marble-surround fireplace with ornamental mantel, while the classic study features a beamed ceiling, original pine-paneled walls, built-in bookshelves, and a second gas fireplace. A grand front staircase and convenient secondary staircase add both elegance and functionality. Upstairs, a classic laundry chute offers a nostalgic touch, delivering clothes directly to the laundry. The spacious walk-in cedar closet pro vides exceptional storage while helping preserve seasonal wardrobes. The large primary suite includes a generous walk-in dressing room connected by a charming arched doorway. One secondary bedroom offers a private bath, while two additional bedrooms share an adjoining bathroom. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living from the expansive screened porch with limestone flooring and decorative scroll millwork overlooking the private backyard, mature trees, and large patio that is connected to a meandering flagstone landscape path through the entire back yard. Modern updates blend seamlessly with historic character, including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and upgraded shower tile in one of the bathrooms. Other updates include a NEW re-decked and shingled roof, and recent reinforced gutter system with several new copper downspouts. Enjoy an additional 400+ square feet of finished basement space perfect for a recreation room, fitness, or media room! The rest of the unfinished basement includes generous storage and even a separate tool room. Don't miss out on making this peaceful retreat your home while remaining just minutes from the cultural amenities of downtown Dayton!

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $244,000

AD Id : 83827484

MLS Id : 960757

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 10,677 Sqft

Living Area Size : 2,217

Year Built : 1939

Garage : 2

County : Montgomery

Subdivision: Beechwood West

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 5

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 12 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partially Finished
Interior Features

Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s) Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

Building Information

Year Built: 1939 Building Area Total: 2217 Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Shingle Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch Private Pool: No

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 10677 Main Square Feet: 10677 Square Feet Lot Size Acres: 0.2451 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 10677

Property Information

Subdivision: City/Dayton Rev Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 4019 Zoning Description: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 87

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $244000 Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Tax Information

Parcel Number: R72-16205-0036 Tax Legal Desc: 71887

Parking Information

Garage

Garage Information

Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

Utility Information

Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Location Information

WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

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MLS: 960757 LISTED BY: Todd Hackett, Irongate Inc. 937-426-0800 SOURCE: Dayton REALTORS