$5,461 Closing Credit¹
#225009434, Robert J Riddle, Listing Office: New Albany Realty, LTD
$409,000 List price
557 S 5th St Columbus, OH 43206
$4,857
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,182 sqft
0.03 acres
$346 / sqft
House
Property details
About 557 S 5th St
Step into a piece of history with this unique residence, originally built in 1900 by Alfonso Lang as his personal home. Unlike the typical orange brick seen throughout German Village, this home features distinctive bricks imported from Germany, a testament to Lang's craftsmanship and individuality. Just steps away, Lang's historic stone yard is commemorated with a plaque, adding to the rich heritage of the location. The charming front porch is a patchwork of 'leftovers' from neighborhood projects, showcasing a creative blend of materials and history. Inside, original milk glass windows grace the dining room and staircase, preserving the home's authentic character. Lovingly restored by the current owner in 1968 and maintained as a rental property since 1979, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully preserved piece of Columbus history.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,182 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #225011623
FireplaceWood Burning, One
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Connection, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Fireplace: Wood Burning, One
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $409,000
- Price/SqFt: $346
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,604
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: between Berger alley and Jackson St
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,182 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: 225011623
- MLS Name: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
- Office Name: RE/MAX Consultant Group
- Office Phone: (614) 855-2822
- Listing Agent: Mara Ackermann, Matthew S Ackermann
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $123,830 | $5,604 |
| 2022 | $94,750 | $5,035 |
| 2021 | $94,750 | $5,044 |
| 2020 | $94,750 | $5,051 |
| 2019 | $83,020 | $5,162 |
| 2018 | $83,020 | $5,154 |
| 2017 | $83,020 | $5,161 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Stewart Alternative Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•40 Stewart Ave
5
Siebert Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.6 mi
•385 Reinhard Ave
3
Livingston Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.9 mi
•825 E Livingston Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,744. Typical income of Columbus, OH residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
14%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
76%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
0%
12-17 yrs old
49%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Tennis
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
BMW
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 557 S 5th St
The listing price of 557 S 5th St property is $409,000.
The property 557 S 5th St is a house located in Columbus, Ohio, 43206.
Active Listing: 557 S 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 557 S 5th St are: Stewart Alternative Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Siebert Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Livingston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), A+ Arts Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Flex High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Focus Learning Academy of Southwest Columbus (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,604 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 557 S 5th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 557 S 5th St is 1,182 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 557 S 5th St is 1900.
This home is located at 557 S 5th St in Columbus, OH and zip code 43206 in the German Village neighborhood. This 1,182 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $409,000.
Columbus, OH housing market in April 2025 saw over 402 listings sold above listed price, more than 191 sold at listed price and over 360 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Columbus, OH between March and April 2025 increased by 14.1%. In April 2025 median list price was $286,439 and the average listing age was 27 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.