12980 Forest Road

2,240 Sq. Ft.
$155 / Sq. Ft.
2,240
Sq. Ft.
$155
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy 18 wooded acres in Lovely Claridon Ohio! This 3 bed 2.5 bath home is ready for you to begin enjoying nature. The acreage is mostly wooded, with the exception of the expansive yard which is open. It offers views of a plethora of wild-life and beautiful flower beds. From the brand new 25 x 44 deck you have views of the pool (new) and lovely pond. Frog catching, fishing, and ice skating are just a few of the activities that have taken place here over the years. The home boasts a huge kitchen with...Enjoy 18 wooded acres in Lovely Claridon Ohio! This 3 bed 2.5 bath home is ready for you to begin enjoying nature. The acreage is mostly wooded, with the exception of the expansive yard which is open. It offers views of a plethora of wild-life and beautiful flower beds. From the brand new 25 x 44 deck you have views of the pool (new) and lovely pond. Frog catching, fishing, and ice skating are just a few of the activities that have taken place here over the years. The home boasts a huge kitchen with tons of storage that opens to the dining room and brand-new sliding door, that allows tons of natural light. The family room is full of custom details including an amazing reading nook with two bay windows that make the winter days cozy. There are two wood burning fireplaces in the home, and gas from the property feeds the home, pool, and larger (30X56) outbuilding for added cost savings. A 16X24 shed was recently added and has electric conduit running to it. New mechanicals include: Furnace 2018, air conditioner 2018, basement waterproofing from Ohio basement systems with a transferable warranty done in 2017. The property is located near the amazing claridon woodland Park as well as the highland bike path. It is part of the Berkshire School District, which is breaking ground on their new pre-k through college campus in conjunction with Kent State Geauga. This home is an absolute must see, it offers something for everyone!
  1. Listed by Kimya S Matthews • Howard Hanna
    P: (440)-223-8091 C: (440)-223-8091 kimyamatthews@howardhanna.com

Property Details for 12980 Forest Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
Claridon Sec 11
View
Trees Woods, Water
Has View
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 03/30/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 12980 Forest Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4162005
Days on Market75
Taxes$3,488 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size18.50 AC / 805,860 SF
CountyGeauga County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna

Sold By Russell Real Estate Services

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Building Information for 12980 Forest Road

Stories2Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size18.50 AC / 805,860 SF

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$2,022 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,732

Property Taxes

$291

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12980 Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Mayfield Rd, turn right on Forest Rd, then a right into the parking lot.
  • Latitude: 41.51712
  • Longitude: -81.127505
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 12-058700
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,488.00
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 3 SEC 11 EAST SURVEY FORESTRY 15.00 AC #13895
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Berkshire LSD - 2801
  • High School District: Berkshire LSD - 2801
  • Middle or Junior School District: Berkshire LSD - 2801
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Other, Unpaved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Pond On Lot, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 18.5
  • Lot Size Area: 18.5
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2240.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 2240.0
  • Year Built: 1978
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Barns, Outbuilding, Storage
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms Integer: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Gas, Wood
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Rooms: 6
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 30.00 x 56.00
  • Room Length: 30.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Room Width: 56.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 18.00 x 16.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10.00 x 12.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 7.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.00 x 28.00
  • Room Flooring: Wood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 28.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 27.00 x 17.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 26.00 x 40.00
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 40.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 7.00 x 6.00
  • Room Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 6.00 x 10.00
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 10.00 x 12.00
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Rental
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 12980 Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 30, 2020

Sold

MLS Now #4162005

$347,500
Mar 24, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #665355649

$347,500

+3.6% / yr

Feb 11, 2020

Contract Signed

MLS Now #4162005

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/30/2020

Sold

MLS Now #4162005

$347,500
03/24/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #665355649

$347,500

+3.6% / yr

02/11/2020

Contract Signed

MLS Now #4162005

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Public Records for 12980 Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$46,270Additions$86,490Total$132,760
Tax Record2025$4,896 ($408 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,240 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,240 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,120 SqFtStories2Lot Size805,860 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Year Renovated1990ZoningR1CountyGEAUGAAPN12-058700

Schools near 12980 Forest Road

This home is within Berkshire Local School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ledgemont Elementary
PublicK to 4

Berkshire Middle School
Public5 to 8

Berkshire High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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