$245,000

5978 Karl Rd Columbus, OH 43229

$2,909
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,176 sqft
0.2 acres
$208 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5978 Karl Rd

This charming and move-in-ready home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom within the last five years! Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality. You'll love the large living room, ideal for entertaining or relaxing, and the kitchen with ample storage to keep everything organized and within reach. Both bathrooms have been fully remodeled, and fresh interior and exterior paint give the home a crisp, modern feel. The full basement provides a partially finished bonus area—perfect for a playroom, home gym, office, or extra storage. Step outside to the backyard oasis, complete with a patio and fire pit—perfect for relaxing evenings, weekend gatherings, or cozy nights under the stars. Everything in this house has been taken down to the bones and updated, ready for new owners. Don't miss your chance to own this updated gem—schedule your showing today! Property is Agent owned.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,176 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1962
MLS #225014799

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $245,000
  • Price/SqFt: $208
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,996
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Living Area: 1,176 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 225014799
  • MLS Name: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
  • Office Name: Di Lusso Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (614) 980-9400
  • Listing Agent: Morgan Petrides

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5978 Karl Rd

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$62,900$2,996
2022$40,220$2,287
2021$40,220$2,521
2020$40,220$2,294
2019$31,640$1,967
2018$31,640$1,385
2017$31,640$1,387

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Alpine Elementary School

Public District KG-3

0.4 mi

1590 Alpine Dr

4

Devonshire Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

6286 Ambleside Dr

4

Forest Park Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

5535 Sandalwood Blvd

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 $67,083. Typical income of Columbus, OH residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
65%
35k-100k
15%
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?

45%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5978 Karl Rd

The listing price of 5978 Karl Rd property is $245,000.

The property 5978 Karl Rd is a house located in Columbus, Ohio, 43229.

Accepting Backup Offers: 5978 Karl Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 5978 Karl Rd are: Alpine Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Devonshire Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Forest Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Woodward Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), International Academy of Columbus (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Woods Career Preparatory High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Beechcroft High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Northland High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,996 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5978 Karl Rd has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 5978 Karl Rd is 1,176 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5978 Karl Rd is 1962.

This home is located at 5978 Karl Rd in Columbus, OH and zip code 43229 in the Northgate neighborhood. This 1,176 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $245,000.

In April 2025 more than 402 listings in Columbus, OH were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 191 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 360 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Columbus, OH real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.1%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $286,439, while the average time on the real estate market was 27 days.

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

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