257 Beeler Dr · Berea, OH 44017

$200,000

4 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,728 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 4 Days on market

Built 1948 7,492 sqft lot Est $266k · 25% under

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Why this score? — see what drove the C grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

• Cash flow +17.8/30.0
• ARV discount +15.0/15.0
• DSCR +5.6/10.0
• 1% rule +5.4/10.0
• Schools +4.4/10.0
• Livability +4.0/5.0
• Rent growth +2.5/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

Key facts

• Spacious yard
• Screened-in porch
• Eat-in kitchen

Tags

• FIREPLACE
• BUILT-INS
• EAT-IN KITCHEN
• SCREENED-IN PORCH
• BACKYARD SHED
• SPACIOUS YARD

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 4-bed/1.5-bath single-family listed at $200k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $163 ($2k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $200k).
• Cap rate 7.3% vs local median 4.9% in Berea — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 80/100 on livability (#136 in OH, #1,955 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: crime A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: amenities D, commute F.
• Berea City (suburban): math 47% / reading 56% proficiency, ranked #414 of 656 in OH (top 63%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
• Market conditions: 61 active listings in the ZIP; 6 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 3d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 1,441 units permitted in Cuyahoga County in 2024 (700 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 33% of the median local income ($75k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $6k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Cuyahoga County population projected to shrink 8% by 2050 — rents likely to lag national; underwrite the cash flow, not the appreciation.

Negotiation context

• Only 4 days on market — expect competitive offers; lowballing is unlikely to land.
• 8 sale attempts since 35y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
• Current owner paid $145k; 38% above their basis — modest negotiation headroom, anchor on the comps not their cost.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: built in 1948 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.

Recommended offer $200,000

Questions for the listing agent

1. Built in 1948 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
2. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
3. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
4. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
5. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
6. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 1.04% ✓
• Cap rate: 7.27%
• Cash-on-cash: 3.50%
• DSCR: 1.16
• GRM: 8.0

CMA / ARV

• ARV (on-the-fly): $266,112
• Comps found: 12

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
257 Beeler Dr	0.00mi	4/1.5	1,728 (0%)	1mo	$215,000	$124	99
404 Crescent Dr	0.23mi	3/1.5 (-1)	1,665 (-4%)	3mo	$242,000	$145	75
8797 Westlawn Blvd	0.28mi	3/2.0 (-1)	1,772 (+2%)	7mo	$322,000	$182	70
347 Beeler Dr	0.17mi	3/2.0 (-1)	1,928 (+12%)	2mo	$260,000	$135	65
380 Adrian Dr	0.29mi	3/1.0 (-1)	1,528 (-12%)	2mo	$180,000	$118	58
344 Girard Dr	0.44mi	4/2.5	1,891 (+9%)	4mo	$225,000	$119	56
75 Sunset Dr	0.47mi	3/1.5 (-1)	1,592 (-8%)	5mo	$245,600	$154	56
549 Wyleswood Dr	0.58mi	3/2.0 (-1)	1,630 (-6%)	4mo	$419,000	$257	54
455 Woodridge Cir	0.53mi	3/2.0 (-1)	1,848 (+7%)	7mo	$325,000	$176	51
329 Baldwin Dr	0.63mi	4/2.5	1,892 (+10%)	1mo	$310,000	$164	50
209 Gibson St	0.67mi	3/1.5 (-1)	1,564 (-10%)	3mo	$187,000	$120	46
262 Elmwood Dr	0.71mi	3/1.0 (-1)	1,489 (-14%)	1mo	$235,000	$158	36

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -10.8%
• Equity multiple: 0.61×
• Total profit: $-21,927
• Equity at exit: $29,821

10-year hold

• IRR: -1.4%
• Equity multiple: 0.90×
• Total profit: $-5,338
• Equity at exit: $17,292

Cash invested: $56,000 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 73 Landlord-Friendly
• State Ohio: 73 Landlord-Friendly · R+6
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

3-day notice; Cleveland / Columbus have some habitability code enforcement; otherwise landlord-leaning.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 44017

• Active inventory: 61
• Price-to-rent: 8.0×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $2,083 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$1,049
• Tax from tax record: −$351 /mo · $4,208/yr
• Insurance: −$83
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$438
• Net cashflow: $163

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,877

Max offer price $200,000

Occupancy floor 87%

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $276	-5% $220	+0% $163	+5% $107	+10% $50
Rent	-10% $-1	-5% $81	+0% $163	+5% $245	+10% $328
Rate	-1.0pp $264	-0.5pp $214	base $163	+0.5pp $111	+1.0pp $59

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $50,000
• Closing costs: $6,000
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 6 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
287 Edgewood Dr Berea, OH	3.0	1.0	1284	$1,800	$1.40	2d	1	0.24mi
480 Haverhill Cir Berea, OH	3.0	2.0	1864	$1,945	$1.04	2d	1	0.64mi
55 Barrett Rd Berea, OH	3.0	1.0–2.0	798	$1,445	$1.81	11d	1	0.77mi
9745 Douglas Ln Olmsted Falls, OH	1.0–3.0	1.0	1000	$1,686	$1.69	2d	2	1.02mi
367 S Rocky River Dr Unit 1496132P Berea, OH	4.0	2.0	1765	$5,357	$3.04	8d	1	1.38mi
670 Prospect Rd Berea, OH	1.0–3.0	1.0	852	$1,686	$1.98	2d	16	1.38mi

Listing history 46 events

1. 2026-04-20
   status Pending
2. 2026-04-16
   listed $200,000 Active
3. 2023-10-30
   price $130,000 298-char remark

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   Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

4. 2023-03-28
   price $130,000 298-char remark

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   Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

5. 2020-08-25
   price $130,000 298-char remark

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   Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

6. 2019-06-28
   price $130,000 298-char remark

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   Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

7. 2019-03-29
   soldstatus $145,000
8. 2019-03-25
   status Pending 999-char remark

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   Welcome home to this exceptional 4 bedroom Cape Cod with plenty of curb appeal in the well sought after city of Berea! Living room boasts large wood burning fireplace upgraded (2016) with Cerfractory Foam (with transferable warranty!). Stay warm during the frigid Ohio winters with heated flooring. 1st floor laundry room off the kitchen with loads of storage and built ins in both. The second floor boasts a huge 30 x 15 room + half bath and gorgeous knotted pine. Upstairs can be used as a 4th bedroom and has tons of additional storage, with 2 giant closets and a built-in window seat which can also be used for storage. Recently upgraded Champion windows in kitchen, living room and bedrooms. Enjoy the summer in the screened in Sun Room equipped with fan for the hot days! Partially fenced back yard with an Alpine Structured Shed and two raised garden beds. All appliances stay, including dryer and brand-new washer (2018) and new hot water tank (2017). HMS home warranty is included for your

9. 2019-03-21
   soldstatus $145,000 Sold 999-char remark

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   Welcome home to this exceptional 4 bedroom Cape Cod with plenty of curb appeal in the well sought after city of Berea! Living room boasts large wood burning fireplace upgraded (2016) with Cerfractory Foam (with transferable warranty!). Stay warm during the frigid Ohio winters with heated flooring. 1st floor laundry room off the kitchen with loads of storage and built ins in both. The second floor boasts a huge 30 x 15 room + half bath and gorgeous knotted pine. Upstairs can be used as a 4th bedroom and has tons of additional storage, with 2 giant closets and a built-in window seat which can also be used for storage. Recently upgraded Champion windows in kitchen, living room and bedrooms. Enjoy the summer in the screened in Sun Room equipped with fan for the hot days! Partially fenced back yard with an Alpine Structured Shed and two raised garden beds. All appliances stay, including dryer and brand-new washer (2018) and new hot water tank (2017). HMS home warranty is included for your

10. 2019-02-18
    historical Contingent 999-char remark

    Show marketing remark (999 chars)

    Welcome home to this exceptional 4 bedroom Cape Cod with plenty of curb appeal in the well sought after city of Berea! Living room boasts large wood burning fireplace upgraded (2016) with Cerfractory Foam (with transferable warranty!). Stay warm during the frigid Ohio winters with heated flooring. 1st floor laundry room off the kitchen with loads of storage and built ins in both. The second floor boasts a huge 30 x 15 room + half bath and gorgeous knotted pine. Upstairs can be used as a 4th bedroom and has tons of additional storage, with 2 giant closets and a built-in window seat which can also be used for storage. Recently upgraded Champion windows in kitchen, living room and bedrooms. Enjoy the summer in the screened in Sun Room equipped with fan for the hot days! Partially fenced back yard with an Alpine Structured Shed and two raised garden beds. All appliances stay, including dryer and brand-new washer (2018) and new hot water tank (2017). HMS home warranty is included for your

11. 2019-01-27
    listed $150,000 Active 999-char remark

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    Welcome home to this exceptional 4 bedroom Cape Cod with plenty of curb appeal in the well sought after city of Berea! Living room boasts large wood burning fireplace upgraded (2016) with Cerfractory Foam (with transferable warranty!). Stay warm during the frigid Ohio winters with heated flooring. 1st floor laundry room off the kitchen with loads of storage and built ins in both. The second floor boasts a huge 30 x 15 room + half bath and gorgeous knotted pine. Upstairs can be used as a 4th bedroom and has tons of additional storage, with 2 giant closets and a built-in window seat which can also be used for storage. Recently upgraded Champion windows in kitchen, living room and bedrooms. Enjoy the summer in the screened in Sun Room equipped with fan for the hot days! Partially fenced back yard with an Alpine Structured Shed and two raised garden beds. All appliances stay, including dryer and brand-new washer (2018) and new hot water tank (2017). HMS home warranty is included for your

12. 2016-07-15
    soldstatus $139,900 Sold
13. 2016-07-15
    soldstatus $139,900
14. 2016-06-09
    status Pending
15. 2016-06-03
    historical Contingent
16. 2016-05-18
    status Active
17. 2016-05-13
    historical Contingent
18. 2016-04-26
    listed $139,900 Active
19. 2013-11-15
    price $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

20. 2013-11-15
    price $130,000 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

21. 2013-11-15
    price $130,000 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

22. 2006-06-13
    historical
23. 2006-06-02
    soldstatus $127,900
24. 2006-05-31
    soldstatus $127,900
25. 2006-03-28
    listed $132,000
26. 2006-02-13
    listed $134,900
27. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Closed 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

28. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Closed 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

29. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Closed 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

30. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Closed 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

31. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Sold 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

32. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500 Sold 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

33. 2001-03-21
    soldstatus $127,500

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

34. 1999-03-15
    historical 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

35. 1999-03-15
    price $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

36. 1999-03-15
    price $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

37. 1999-03-15
    price $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

38. 1999-03-15
    price $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

39. 1998-04-27
    listed $187,500 298-char remark

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    Absolute Doll House! Remodeled Kitchen & Bath, Berber Carpet In Liv Rm/Wbfp, Sec System, Roof '98,Driveway '99,Furnace '97, Hot Water Tank '96,Interior Magnetic Storm Windows, 14x12 Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, 26x13 Finished Dormer On 2nd Floor, 1/2 Bath, Utility Rm Off Kitchen, Scenic Lot!

40. 1996-08-14
    soldstatus $106,000
41. 1991-06-28
    soldstatus $86,000
42. 1991-06-28
    soldstatus $86,000
43. 1991-05-03
    listed $89,500
44. 1988-06-08
    soldstatus $74,000
45. 1983-04-07
    soldstatus $61,900
46. 1979-09-25
    soldstatus $59,000

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast OH · Partial reset (capped growth)

• Current annual tax: $4,208 · $351/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $4,208 · $351/mo
• Expected delta: $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 3/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥96°F today · 16 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
• 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 1 unhealthy d/yr today · 3 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $25,002
• − Mortgage interest: −$11,203
• − Property taxes: −$4,208
• − Insurance: −$1,000
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$2,000
• − Management: −$2,000
• − Depreciation: −$5,818
• Taxable loss: −$1,228
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$295
• After-tax cash flow: $2,252/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Berea City
• NCES district ID: 3904360
• Math proficiency: 47% ▼ -17.00%
• Reading proficiency: 56% ▼ -7.00%
• Median HH income: $51,921
• Composite: 44.18/100
• National rank: #2856
• State rank: #414 of 656 in OH

Livability — Berea

• Score: 80/100
• State rank: #136
• US rank: #1955

Category grades

Amenities D Commute F Cost of living A+ Crime A+ Employment C+ Housing A+ Health & safety A User ratings C

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Berea, OH
• County: Cuyahoga County · 1,090,369 people
• City population: 18,279
• Metro: Cleveland-Elyria, OH
• Population (ZIP): 18,279
• Household income: $75,231
• Rent vs Own: 27.1% rent · 72.9% own
• Severe rent burden: 356.0

Population outlook (Cuyahoga County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 1,244,621 people
• By 2030: 1,230,093 · -1.2%
• By 2040: 1,189,108 · -4.5%
• By 2050: 1,145,706 · -7.9%
• By 2075: 1,076,557 · -13.5%
• By 2100: 978,987 · -21.3%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (79%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 79% Black 8% Two or more races 8% Hispanic / Latino 4% Asian 2%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 11% Slovak 3% Serbian 2%
• Foreign-born: 2% · Canada
• Languages at home: 95% English-only · Spanish 1% Other Indo-European 1% Chinese 0%

Political lean MEDSL · Cuyahoga

• 2024 margin: Solid D (+31.5) · D 65.4% · R 33.9%
• 2008→2024 swing: -7.4pp toward R · 2008: 38.9pp · 2024: 31.5pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+31.5 2020: D+34.1 2016: D+35.0 2012: D+38.7 2008: D+38.9

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -139.89%
• Current HPI: 208.8113
• Rent YoY: —
• Metro: Cleveland-Elyria, OH
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 1.98%
• F500 in state: 48

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in OH)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Insurance	3	$145B
▸Industrial Machinery	3	$49B
▸Financial Services	3	$24B
▸Consumer Goods	2	$93B
▸Aerospace / Defense	2	$47B
▸Utilities	2	$33B

Price history

+239.0% since first listed

46 events — show timeline

• 2026-04-20 Pending — MLSNOW
• 2026-04-16 Listed $200,000 MLSNOW
• 2023-10-30 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2023-03-28 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2020-08-25 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2019-06-28 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2019-03-29 Sold (Public Records) $145,000 Public Records
• 2019-03-25 Pending — MLSNOW
• 2019-03-21 Sold (MLS) $145,000 MLSNOW
• 2019-02-18 Contingent — MLSNOW
• 2019-01-27 Listed $150,000 MLSNOW
• 2016-07-15 Sold (Public Records) $139,900 Public Records
• 2016-07-15 Sold (MLS) $139,900 MLSNOW
• 2016-06-09 Pending — MLSNOW
• 2016-06-03 Contingent — MLSNOW
• 2016-05-18 Relisted — MLSNOW
• 2016-05-13 Contingent — MLSNOW
• 2016-04-26 Listed $139,900 MLSNOW
• 2013-11-15 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2013-11-15 Price Changed $130,000 MLSNOW
• 2013-11-15 Price Changed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 2006-06-13 Listing Removed — MLSNOW
• 2006-06-02 Sold (MLS) $127,900 MLSNOW
• 2006-05-31 Sold (Public Records) $127,900 Public Records
• 2006-03-28 Listed $132,000 MLSNOW
• 2006-02-13 Listed $134,900 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (Public Records) $127,500 Public Records
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 2001-03-21 Sold (MLS) $127,500 MLSNOW
• 1999-03-15 Price Changed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 1999-03-15 Price Changed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 1999-03-15 Price Changed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 1999-03-15 Price Changed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 1999-03-15 Listing Removed — MLSNOW
• 1998-04-27 Listed $187,500 MLSNOW
• 1996-08-14 Sold (Public Records) $106,000 Public Records
• 1991-06-28 Sold (Public Records) $86,000 Public Records
• 1991-06-28 Sold (MLS) $86,000 MLSNOW
• 1991-05-03 Listed $89,500 MLSNOW
• 1988-06-08 Sold (Public Records) $74,000 Public Records
• 1983-04-07 Sold (Public Records) $61,900 Public Records
• 1979-09-25 Sold (Public Records) $59,000 Public Records

Property tax history

+4.5%/yr

Latest (2025): $4,208 · +0.2% YoY. Source: county tax records.