686 Racine Avenue

927 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
927
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Full of classic character and brimming with potential, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath Cape Cod is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or a savvy investor seeking strong returns, this property checks all the right boxes. Offering solid bones and timeless curb appeal. A detached 1-car garage provides convenient storage and parking, while the fully fenced backyard offers a private outdoor retreat -- perfect for pets, entertaining, or future landscaping...Full of classic character and brimming with potential, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath Cape Cod is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or a savvy investor seeking strong returns, this property checks all the right boxes. Offering solid bones and timeless curb appeal. A detached 1-car garage provides convenient storage and parking, while the fully fenced backyard offers a private outdoor retreat -- perfect for pets, entertaining, or future landscaping projects. Cosmetic updates are needed, giving the next owner the chance to personalize the space and unlock significant value. New floors, updated fixtures, and modern finishes would make this property good as new. At this price point, the numbers speak for themselves -- whether you're looking to flip, rent, or settle in and build sweat equity, the ROI potential here is hard to beat. Properties like this don't stay on the market long.
  1. Listed by Staci K Payton • Brokerage DRE #2010002888 • Key Realty
    P: (614)-582-5131 C: (614)-582-5131 spayton.realestate@gmail.com

Property Details for 686 Racine Avenue

Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Subdivision Name
Wilshire Heights
LISTING UPDATED: 03/10/2026 09:28 PM

Property Details for 686 Racine Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #226006463
Days on Market99
Taxes$1,423 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyFranklin County

Location

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Building Information for 686 Racine Avenue

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Payment Calculator

$866 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$747

Property Taxes

$119

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 686 Racine Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.071088
  • Latitude: 39.940816
  • Corp Limit Per Auditor: Columbus
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 010-068410
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax District: 010
  • Tax Abatement: No
School Information
  • High School District: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO.
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, On Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4356.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
  • Lot Size (Front): 39
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Source: Realist
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Building Area Total: 927.0
  • Living Area: 927.0
  • Baths Full & Halh: 1.0
  • ATFLS Source: Realist
  • Built Prior to 1978: Yes
Building Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Existing Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
  • Mid/High Rise: No
Financial Information
  • Leased Items: No
Green Features
  • Green Features: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Exterior: Stone, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Window Features: Insulated All
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Basement: Full
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Other
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Interior Amenities: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Rooms: 1st Flr Primary Suite, Eat Space/Kit, Family Rm/Non Bsmt, LL Laundry
  • Accessible Features: No
Room Information
Bedrooms
  • Bedroom Level : Upper: 1
Bathrooms
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Full Baths Level : Entry: 1
Eating Space
  • Eating Space Level : Entry: 1
Living Room
  • Living Room Level : Entry: 1
Utility Space
  • Utility Space Level : Down: 1
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Is Manufactured Housing: No
Rental
Tenant Information
  • Tenant Occupied: No

Property History for 686 Racine Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #226006463

$150,000—
Jan 7, 2010

Sold

Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #2911763

$22,250—
Dec 18, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #281535979

$22,250

-24.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #226006463

$150,000
01/07/2010

Sold

Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #2911763

$22,250
12/18/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #281535979

$22,250

-24.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 686 Racine Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,820Additions$19,080Total$20,900
Tax Record2021$1,113 ($93 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt927 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt927 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyFRANKLINAPN010-068410

Schools near 686 Racine Avenue

This home is within Columbus City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Burroughs Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hilltonia Middle School
Public6 to 8

Briggs High School
Public9 to 12

Columbus Downtown High School
Public10 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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686 Racine Avenue is a single family home for sale in Columbus, OH 43204. This property was listed for sale on March 6, 2026 by Key Realty, it's currently listed at $150,000. It has been on the market for a total of 99 days and was last sold on January 7, 2010. This listing's school district is Columbus City School District. Nearby schools include Burroughs Elementary School, Hilltonia Middle School and Briggs High School. 686 Racine Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 927 sqft single family home built in 1926.

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