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$389,000

256 W 3rd Ave Columbus, OH 43201

1,528 sqft
0.03 acres
$255 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 256 W 3rd Ave

A rare two-unit owner occupant or value-add investment opportunity in a spectacular Victorian Village location. Downstairs is a 1 bed/1 bath currently occupied month-to-month. Upstairs is a 2 bed 1 bath plus office that will be vacant as of 7/12. The huge, finished 3rd floor makes actual square footage approx. 1847. Don't miss this opportunity to start or add to your multi-family portfolio.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,528 sqft
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #225025302

Summary

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $389,000
  • Price/SqFt: $254
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,369
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 1,528 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
  • MLS Number: 225025302
  • MLS Name: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
  • Office Name: Columbus Realty Advisors, LLC
  • Office Phone: (614) 439-3283
  • Listing Agent: David M Sewickley

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 28, 1997
Home Sold
$63,700

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$74,450$3,369
2022$83,410$4,582
2021$83,410$4,590
2020$83,410$4,597
2019$69,510$4,472
2018$69,510$4,464
2017$69,510$4,376

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Hubbard Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

104 W Hubbard Ave

2

Weinland Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

211 E 7th Ave

4

United Preparatory Academy

Public Charter KG-5

1.8 mi

617 W State St

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 $69,980. The most common annual income of people living in Columbus, OH is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

22%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

75%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
52%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 256 W 3rd Ave

The listing price of 256 W 3rd Ave property is $389,000.

The property 256 W 3rd Ave is a multi located in Columbus, Ohio, 43201.

Active Listing: 256 W 3rd Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 256 W 3rd Ave are: Hubbard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Weinland Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), United Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Columbus Performance Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Graham Elementary and Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Yb Columbus Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Fort Hayes Arts and Academic High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Metro Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,369 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 28, 1997 for $63,700 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 256 W 3rd Ave is 1,528 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 256 W 3rd Ave is 1900.

This home is located at 256 W 3rd Ave in Columbus, OH and zip code 43201 in the Victorian Village neighborhood. This 1,528 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $389,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Columbus, OH there were more than 432 sold above asking price, over 389 sold below and more than 232 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Columbus, OH increased by 7.1% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 19 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $288,086.

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

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