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Last Sold Price
5 beds4,376 sqft

7996 Rice Road, Amherst, OH 44001

Single FamilyProperty Type
2.12 acresLot Size
2005Year Built
$143/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Exceptional Custom Colonial on a Private 2.12-Acre Retreat! Welcome home to this impressive 5-bedroom, 4-bath Colonial offering the perfect blend of space, comfort, and functionality. Situated on a private 2.12-acre lot, this property is designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining. The main level features a luxurious first-floor owner's suite with double vanities, a jetted tub, tiled shower, and his-and-her walk-in closets. An additional first-floor bedroom with a separate full...Exceptional Custom Colonial on a Private 2.12-Acre Retreat! Welcome home to this impressive 5-bedroom, 4-bath Colonial offering the perfect blend of space, comfort, and functionality. Situated on a private 2.12-acre lot, this property is designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining. The main level features a luxurious first-floor owner's suite with double vanities, a jetted tub, tiled shower, and his-and-her walk-in closets. An additional first-floor bedroom with a separate full bath provides an ideal setup for multigenerational living, guests, or an in-law suite. You'll also appreciate the convenience of first-floor laundry, 9-foot ceilings, and a spacious eat-in kitchen featuring 42-inch maple cabinetry opens open to the great room, center island, and ample prep and storage space. Host holiday gatherings in the formal dining room or relax in the dramatic two-story great room highlighted by a beautiful fireplace. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms and plenty of room for family and guests. The finished lower level expands your living space with a recreation room, theater area, bar, workout room, full bath, office with closet, and abundant storage. Step outside and enjoy your own backyard oasis featuring a stunning in-ground pool, fire pit, and tree house. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those needing extra storage will love the 3-car side-load garage with newer epoxy flooring, plus an additional detached barn for the lawn care & pool equipment . Additional highlights include a Generac whole-house generator and a truly private setting that offers peace, tranquility, and room to roam. This exceptional property is ready for its next owners to create lasting memories. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
  • Listed by: Colleen Milner 440.396.3381 colleenmilner@howardhanna.com • Howard Hanna
Listing closed: 10/02/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MLS Now, MLS#: 5239063
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Property Information for 7996 Rice Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,015 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Traditional
  • Subdivision Name: BROWNHELM TOWNSHIP
  • Has Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Lot Size: 2.12 AC / 92,347 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: R002
  • Directions: 1/2 Mile West of Quarry Rd or Baumhart to North Ridge to Rice Road
  • Latitude: 41.382271
  • Longitude: -82.271321
  • Township: Brownhelm
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 01-00-041-000-021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,015.15
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Firelands LSD - 4707
  • High School District: Firelands LSD - 4707
  • Middle or Junior School District: Firelands LSD - 4707
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Stream Creek, Spring, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.12
  • Lot Size Area: 2.12
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 251x659
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 92347.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2634.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1742.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2634.0
  • Land Lease: No
  • Living Area: 4376.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Barns
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms Integer: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, His And Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Multiple Closets, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Vaulted Ceilings, Bar, Walk In Closets, Jetted Tub
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Has Spa: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Other, Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: Diving Board, In Ground
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 6
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 2
  • Room Description: 11x11 Level: 2nd Floor
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 5
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 3
  • Room Description: 11x11 Level: 2nd Floor
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Description: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 11
  • Room Features: High Ceilings
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Description: 11x11 Level: Main
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 13
  • Room Features: High Ceilings
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
  • Room Features: High Ceilings
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Other Room 1
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 7
  • Room Description: 16x13 Level: Main
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 13
  • Room Features: High Ceilings
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
  • Room Features: High Ceilings
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Room Description: 35x12 Level: 2nd Floor
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 7
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceilings
  • Room Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 10
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Gym
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 5
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 5.0

Property History for 7996 Rice Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2026

Sold

Firelands Association of REALTORS #20263282

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Oct 2, 2026

Contract Signed

Firelands Association of REALTORS #20263282

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Sep 29, 2026

Sold

MLS Now #5239063

$625,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2026

Sold

Firelands Association of REALTORS #20263282

—
10/02/2026

Contract Signed

Firelands Association of REALTORS #20263282

—
09/29/2026

Sold

MLS Now #5239063

$625,000

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

Public Records for 7996 Rice Road

Taxable Value

Land

$30,496

Additions

$123,813
Total$154,309

Tax Record

2025

$6,479 ($540 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,634 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,634 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

92,347 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2004

Year Renovated

2004

County

LORAIN

APN

01-00-041-000-021

Schools near 7996 Rice Road

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

South Amherst Middle School
Public6 to 8

Firelands 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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