$432,500

1542 Westwood Ave Lakewood, OH 44107

$5,136
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full
2,040 sqft
0.1 acres
$212 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1542 Westwood Ave

Investor or owner-occupant opportunity! This incredible, oversized duplex in the heart of Lakewood offers flexibility and strong returns, just steps from the city’s best bars, restaurants, and entertainment. The first-floor unit is a well-maintained 2 bed, 1 bath currently rented at $1,385/month, with the ability to increase to $1,500–$1,600 at lease renewal on 7/31/25. The upper unit spans the second and third floors and lives like a single-family home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths—rented for $1,765/month through 6/30/25. Ideal for house hacking or maximizing rental income, this property features a brand-new roof (October 2024), a fully renovated upstairs unit including a new kitchen, two bathrooms, and third bedroom, plus updated appliances in both units and new basement laundry for tenants. Whether you're seeking a high-performing investment or a chance to live in one unit while renting the other, this Lakewood gem delivers on all fronts. *Note: Owner states that there are 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and the county auditor website states that there are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size2,040 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1019 Acres
Year built1916
ParkingDetached, Garage, Paved
MLS #5115368
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Paved
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $432,500
  • Price/SqFt: $212
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,774
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: South of Detroit Ave
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Living Area: 2,040 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1019 Acres
  • MLS Number: 5115368
  • MLS Name: NOWDD
  • Office Name: Russell Real Estate Services
  • Office Phone: (216) 870-8687
  • Office Email: tal@premierclevelandinvesting.com
  • Listing Agent: Tal Tamir

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 15, 2020
Home Sold
$255,000
Jul 26, 2019
Home Sold
$215,000
Jan 28, 2011
Home Sold
$106,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$75,260$5,774
2022$75,260$5,812
2021$75,250$5,757
2020$49,630$4,343
2019$49,630$4,263
2018$49,630$4,194
2017$38,570$3,589

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Grant Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

1470 Victoria Ave

8

Lincoln Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

15615 Clifton Blvd

6

Hayes Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

16401 Delaware Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,199. The majority of Lakewood, OH residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • VolvoVolvo
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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This home is located at 1542 Westwood Ave in Lakewood, OH and zip code 44107. This 2,040 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $432,500.

While more than 19 listings in Lakewood, OH in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 16 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Lakewood, OH real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 18.9%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 54 days, the median list price was $315,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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