229 5th St, Elyria, OH 44035
FOR SALE

229 5th St
Elyria, OH 44035

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,207 sqft

$185,000

Est. Mortgage $1,181/mo*
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$185,000

Est. Mortgage $1,181/mo*
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5 Beds
2 Baths
2,207 sqft

Local Information

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Description

229 5th St, Elyria, OH 44035 — Mixed-Use Opportunity Awaits. Discover the untapped potential of this versatile mixed-use property located in the heart of Downtown Elyria. Zoned for mixed use, this unique offering features a former chiropractic office on the first floor and a comfortable two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment on the second floor — ideal for the savvy investor or owner-occupant who dreams of living upstairs while running a business below.**Renovation Potential That Inspires.** The expansive first-floor office space is primed for conversion into one or multiple residential apartments, and the large attic space offers even more opportunity — the current owner has architectural drawings already prepared for completing an additional apartment upstairs. Whether you envision a thriving multi-unit rental property or a creative live-work arrangement, the possibilities here are truly exciting.**Parking That Delivers.** A generous gravel parking lot accessible from Barres Street, combined with a private driveway off 5th Street, provides multiple ingress and egress points — a rare advantage for both residential tenants and commercial visitors alike. Efficiency is built in, with separate HVAC and hot water systems

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$84
Listed
11 days ago

Home Details for 229 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2207 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: Two
View
No ViewView: City, None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlateFencing: NoneFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Gravel,Parking Lot
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2207 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0626044000008

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $185,000Price Per Sqft: $84
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Delivery Of Deed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: ElyriaCommunity: Heman El's Add
School Information
Elementary School District: Elyria CSD - 4706Jr High / Middle School District: Elyria CSD - 4706High School District: Elyria CSD - 4706

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 5204723

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2207 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lorain County Association Of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5204723Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 440-366-0099, northernohiorealty@gmail.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2207
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Michael A Hignett, (440) 366-0099
Northern Ohio Realty
Originating MLS: Lorain County Association Of REALTORS
Source: MLS Now, MLS#5204723
Also Listed on MLS Now.

Price History for 229 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/27/2026$185,000Listed For SaleMLS Now #5204723
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
02/01/2016$550ListingRemovedN/A
10/13/2015$550Listed For RentN/A

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What Locals Say about Elyria

At least 386 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • W84nc4z4t2
    "That Elyria is a great neighborhood and they have great schools and I’ve lived here my whole life and I would definitely recommend living here "
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  • Chrystal Williams
    "I lived in Elyria since I was a kid. They have a lot of good programs for schools for kids to excel and graduate early and also graduate with college under their belt from high school like any place I need the community to pour back into it, but it has amazing potential."
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  • Suzanne Lester White
    "It is close to shopping and major routes and favorite shopping. There are many metro parks and recreational facilities close by "
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  • Sarahg_5657
    "Nice area, close to the highway, many stores, restaurants, and fast food. Neighbors are friendly and approachable. Also easy access to the turnpike. "
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  • Poegm13
    "There are lots of parks to choose from with great playgrounds. There are also sidewalks in most places. "
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  • John Miller-Jackson
    "It’s home and it always will be been here for many many years and I love it it’s always been family oriented"
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  • Jesus E. T. C.
    "very long. I drive to Cleveland every day and it is very long. its nice having the 90 and 80 so close though "
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  • Ashlyrashel1993
    "it has a great school systems and next year they will have a brand new school. we have friendly neighbors. "
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  • Ivery J.
    "i lived here my whole live and it is cool place and the apple feastble is fun too. Elyria Ohio us nice place to be."
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  • Laura M.
    "I take route 90 into downtown Cleveland. I leave very early and don’t encounter much, if any traffic. "
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  • Deejugasz
    "Crestwood Elementary is the BEST. My neighbors in the township are helpful and nice. Within the county there are many activities and events at no cost to families."
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  • Samantha M.
    "We have an Apple fest here and it pretty cool.. lots of venders lots of people and lots of neat stuff to look at "
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  • Charles S.
    "Very peaceful love the quiet morning and drama free environment. I would love to find a house out here "
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  • Jill C.
    "A lot of ppl walk their dogs and are friendly. There are lots of local parks close with great trails. "
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  • Marlon C.
    "my neighborhood is special because of the older and younger neighbors a great mix of both. I feel really safe and theres also a few parks around and I always see people walking there dogs"
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  • Kylee
    "Make sure to keep your children safe, mostly not intimidating environment but gets more active at night."
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  • Victoria J.
    "I don't know of any except people cook for July 4th and decorate for holidays. So far nothing else. "
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  • Anonymous
    "It is a short walk to downtown Elyria. There are two elementary schools nearby and the middle school and high school are just down the road. There are a lot of businesses in this area."
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  • Veedez
    "Schools are close by and shopping and pharmacy and gasoline stations. People are friendly and take care of their property. Streets well labeled and easy to get around to. Many fast food places are close by. "
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  • anon
    "I really don’t like the area to be honest, it’s an averagely bad city with a lot of young people who don’t really have proper manners or care for their environment."
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  • George H.
    "Fair, home gatherings and cookouts, county living, open skies, star watching, breathing room. Farms, horseback riding "
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  • Suzanne W.
    "Plenty of parks to walk your pets. There are a lot of dogs in this area so having a fenced in yard is a plus! "
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  • JudyP.
    "We've lived here for 32 years and seen children grow and leave so the neighborhood now is quiet. Everyone is very friendly and yes, people walk their dogs at night. The street is about 3 minutes to the community college and close to the highway to Cleveland, about 25 minutes away. We love our neighborhood so much we recently bought a ranch home up the street."
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  • Dianakopp04
    "I love this neighborhood. Very friendly. You drive down the road and people you don’t know wave hello. "
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  • Unspecified
    "There are no community events that I am aware of ever. Everyone pretty much keeps to themselves. I miss having neighbors that are also friends"
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  • Bonchumom
    "I’m not sure. I don’t see a lot of dogs here. There are a lot of hiking trails nearby but dogs need to be on the leash. "
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  • Frances R.
    "there's places to walk the dogs lots of open space but can't leave dogs run around unless on a leash "
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  • Apenny04
    "Dog friendly neighborhood. people also jog throughout. It's nice and quiet. "
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  • Reggielovejoy
    "parks restaurants I walki by distance a gym and bars and friends with shopping near by going to movies walking dogs "
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  • Myanozzy
    "I love it being born and raised in Elyria haves been fun. But it’s time I expand my life and move on somewhere else. Close by but similar to home. "
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  • Stephanie S.
    "great bike trails and country setting along with city amenities. we like it here on the outskirts of town by the airport. "
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  • Danpaulssu
    "kids love to play outside and the neighbors are very friendly and trustworthy. its a very family friendly environment. "
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  • Melodygerken
    "you always see neighbors with dogs outside some on leash and some aren't. people are respectful of others. "
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  • Alex L.
    "it's close to my jobs very easy commute to and from places to get food and work places. "
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  • Leah Y.
    "Well maintained community. Hard working neighbors. Neighbors are friendly but not nosey. Neighbors clean up after their pets. "
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  • Kerstyneh
    "my family all lives here on the same block and I grew up here. its a nice quiet neighborhood. The only reason why I am leaving is because I've never been anywhere else and I want to start a new life with my new hubby."
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Michael A Hignett, Northern Ohio Realty
Agent Phone: (440) 366-0099
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229 5th St, Elyria, OH 44035 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,207 sqft multi-family built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS Now on Apr 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 5204723.