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268 Forest Street

Oberlin, OH 44074
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Bed 5

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt3,058

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Acres0.36

Acre(Lot)

Rare opportunity to own a Victorian home near Oberlin College with 5 bedrooms (or 4 with a tandem room), 2 full bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet of character, space, and potential. This historic Oberlin home features hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious living room centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace and elegant dining room are perfect for family gatherings. Home features a den complete with built-in bookcases. The expansive eat-in kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant solid wood cabinetry, generous counter space, a center island with bar seating, and a bright morning room highlighted by a large picture window overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. Additional highlights include two full bathrooms (1 on the main lev el), convenient first-floor laundry with an additional sink, ceiling fans, built-in features throughout, a screened-in sun porch perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or unwinding in the evening, an unfinished full basement, and a detached garage. All kitchen and laundry appliances will remain with the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms and a bonus storage area. The large master bedroom and one of the other bedrooms have access to a bonus staircase to the kitchen. Set in one of Oberlin's most desirable residential settings, this home is especially well suited for a professor, scholar, or anyone drawn to the energy of a vibrant college town. Oberlin is known for its intellectual culture, walkable neighborhoods, historic architecture, and easy access to the arts, music, and community life that surround the college. Home being sold as is. Call your realtor today!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $349,900

AD Id : 87474041

MLS Id : 5223177

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.36 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,058

Year Built : 1900

Garage : 1

County : Lorain

Subdivision: Rural Tract (no Subd)

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 10 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Unfinished
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Interior Features

    Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s) Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room, Sink
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Radiant Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900 Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.36 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.36 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Description: Landscaped, Few Trees

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Wrights Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 126

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $349900 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09-00-085-104-022 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $2949.92 Tax Legal Desc: WRIGHTS 87 X 179 LOT # 53

  • Parking Information

    Driveway, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: From OH-58 (Main St.), head east on East College St., turn left onto South Pleasant St., then right onto 4th St. Property will be on the right. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/03/2026 @ 00:27

MLS: 5223177 LISTED BY: Joy Larson, Keller Williams Elevate 440-572-1200 SOURCE: MLS Now

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