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3 beds1,564 sqft

5278 River Road, Madison, OH 44057

Est: $1,743/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
10.22 acresLot Size
1883Year Built
$169/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Opportunity awaits on this beautiful 10+ acre property featuring a huge stocked pond, long private driveway, and a peaceful setting that's hard to find! The property also includes a huge barn built in 1978, offering plenty of space for storage, hobbies, or equipment. Major updates have already been completed, including a newer roof, windows, hot water tank, front door, and updated electrical service. Gas and city water are available at the road, adding even more possibilities for future improvements....Opportunity awaits on this beautiful 10+ acre property featuring a huge stocked pond, long private driveway, and a peaceful setting that's hard to find! The property also includes a huge barn built in 1978, offering plenty of space for storage, hobbies, or equipment. Major updates have already been completed, including a newer roof, windows, hot water tank, front door, and updated electrical service. Gas and city water are available at the road, adding even more possibilities for future improvements. Whether you're looking for a private retreat, a hobby farm, or an investment property with endless potential, this one is worth a look!
45 days on Market
  • Listed by: Sue A Smith 440.413.1359 sueasmith24@gmail.com • HomeSmart Real Estate Momentum LLC
Last updated: 09/29/2026 09:52 AM • Source: MLS Now, MLS#: 5223536
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$1,743 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,414

Property Taxes

$329

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Property Information for 5278 River Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,949 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Lake County
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision Name: Tract 5
  • Has Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Lot Size: 10.22 AC / 445,096 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Adams to River - Long Driveway - Be careful pulling out hard to see over the hill sometimes
  • Latitude: 41.74017142
  • Longitude: -81.09929783
  • Township: Madison Twp
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 01-A-018-0-00-008-0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,949.00
  • Tax Legal Description: TRACT 5
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Madison LSD Lake- 4303
  • High School District: Madison LSD Lake- 4303
  • Middle or Junior School District: Madison LSD Lake- 4303
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Pond On Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.218
  • Lot Size Area: 10.218
  • Lot Size Source: Owner
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1564.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Realist
  • Land Lease: No
  • Living Area: 1564.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Barns
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Basement: Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms Integer: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Wall Units
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Private Pool: No
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Stories: 2

Rental

Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 5278 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 29, 2026

Price Change

MLS Now #5223536

$264,900—
Aug 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS Now #5223536

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Jul 9, 2026

Contract Signed

MLS Now #5223536

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/29/2026

Price Change

MLS Now #5223536

$264,900
08/30/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS Now #5223536

—
07/09/2026

Contract Signed

MLS Now #5223536

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5278 River Road

Taxable Value

Land

$46,740

Additions

$51,370
Total$98,110

Home Facts

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,076 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,076 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

796,495 SqFt

Style

Farms

Year Built

1883

Year Renovated

1985

Zoning

A-1

County

LAKE

APN

01-A-018-0-00-008-0

Schools near 5278 River Road

This home is within Madison Local School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Red Bird Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Madison Middle School
Public6 to 8

Madison High School
Public9 to 12

Madison Online Learning Academy
Public2 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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5278 River Road is a single family home for sale in Madison, OH 44057. This property was listed for sale on June 30, 2026 by HomeSmart Real Estate Momentum LLC, it's currently listed at $264,900. It has been on the market for a total of 45 days and was last sold on December 19, 2019. This listing's school district is Madison Local School District. Nearby schools include Red Bird Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Madison High School. 5278 River Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,564 sqft single family home built in 1883.

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