231 E Adams St, Sandusky, OH 44870
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FOR SALE

$499,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 5,328 sqft

231 E Adams St, Sandusky, OH 44870

Est. Mortgage $3,201/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1854
$94/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Own A Piece Of Sandusky History. Built In 1852, The Historic Joseph M. Root House Is One Of The City's Most Recognizable Limestone Buildings. Listed On The National Register Of Historic Places, This Remarkable Property Is Associated With Joseph M. Rootan Attorney, Former Sandusky Mayor, U.s. Congressman, And Abolitionist. Long Believed To Have Served As A Safe House Along The Underground Railroad, It Represents A Truly Unique Chapter Of Ohio's History. The Building Is Currently Configured For Professional Office Use And Features Impressive Limestone Construction, Spacious Rooms, Soaring Ceilings, And Architectural Details Rarely Found Today. While Previously Used As Offices, The Home's Original Residential Character Shines Through, Offering Exciting Possibilities For Its Next Chapter. Buyers Are Encouraged To Verify Potential Future Uses And Zoning With The Appropriate Local Authorities. Historic Properties Of This Caliber Rarely Become Available. Combining Timeless Architecture, A Prime Downtown Location, And An Extraordinary Legacy, The Joseph M. Root House Offers A Rare Opportunity To Own One Of Sandusky's Most Iconic And Irreplaceable Properties.
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Property Website
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Taylor N. Dillinger, (419) 515-0179
BHHS Professional Realty
Michaela Linden, (419) 271-2228
BHHS Professional Realty
Originating MLS: Firelands MLS
Source: Firelands MLS, MLS#20262849
Also Listed on BHHS broker feed.

Home Details for 231 E Adams St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5328 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas,Forced AirNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: ON
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: 3 Stories

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: UnknownFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 45

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1854
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stone
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5601381000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,900Price Per Sqft: $94
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: TBD

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sandusky
School Information
Elementary School District: SanduskyJr High / Middle School District: SanduskyHigh School District: Sandusky

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 20262849

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5328 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Firelands MLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5475.492 sqft

Documents

Disclaimer: All data subject to errors, omissions or revisions and is NOT warranted.

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 20262849Listing UrlAttribution Contact: 419-515-0179, tndillinger@gmail.comShowing Attended

Around this home

What Locals Say about Sandusky

At least 92 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Ever since moving here a year and a half ago it has been life-changing and more friendly considering I used to live in New York."
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  • Mbiecheler
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for over 10 years and we love it. The neighbors are amazing and the sense of community is strong! "
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  • Rachel S.
    "Endless places to walk your dog! And doggie bag posts along the way as well as trash cans and parks! "
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  • Jrseverjr
    "Not really. Not many sidewalks and gets really busy with cedar point amusement park nearby. I wouldn't feel comfortable walking on the main roads here "
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  • Thorntondetroit
    "neighbors helping neighbors in a variety of ways, from watching out for one anothers property to help in maintaining it. "
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  • Laci B.
    "Close to Cedar Point, the roller coaster capital of the world. Smack dab in the middle of both Cleveland and Toledo for easy travel to go to sports games and music/movie events. "
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  • Deb W.
    "everything in Sandusky is 5 to 10 min away. there are many options for public transportation too. "
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  • Epankow86
    "its a very quiet neighborhood for the most part. glad to be here instead of my old neighborhood. people take pride in their homes and yards. which wasnt the case where we las lived."
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  • Airelee P.
    "We have farmers market in the summer and Sandusky is on the rise downtown, up and coming with new stores and lots of business. "
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  • Anjiegrhm
    "I’ve lived here for almost 10 years and for the most part it’s quiet and I like that. Everyone pretty much Minds their own business but are polite and friendly on the occasion you feel like conversation."
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  • Thorntondetroit
    "good neighbors well maintained neighborhood. Gas station and convenience store in walking distance. "
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  • Ljapage
    "It's close to the Cedar Point causeway. It's a neighborhood of off street parking, where we struggle to keep a parking space close to our home. The neighbors and the neighborhood is not welcoming. "
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  • Sari K.
    "Can walk or bikr downtown 2.3 miles Everything (shopping and services) is within 10 minutes by car."
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Market trends in Sandusky

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$161K
$13.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
Price per sq ft
$135
$2MoM
Available listings
118
16MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$474K
Since last month
Decreased$15K (-3.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$15K (-3.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -3% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$475K
August 2026$475K
July 2026$490K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
417 E Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH
0.17
Single-Family Home
$155,000
07/13/26
3
1.5
1,538
522 E Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH
0.27
Single-Family Home
$50,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,547
428 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH
0.16
Single-Family Home
$500,000
08/28/26
4
3.5
3,318
623 E Market St, Sandusky, OH
0.38
Single-Family Home
$90,000
09/16/25
3
2
1,448
604 E Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH
0.31
Single-Family Home
$143,900
11/18/25
4
1.5
1,400
205 W Madison St, Sandusky, OH
0.28
Single-Family Home
$104,900
10/15/25
3
1
1,726
1035 Campbell St, Sandusky, OH
0.56
Single-Family Home
$190,000
06/22/26
3
2
1,880

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
310 Hancock St #314-1-4, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.06
$238,000
2
1
4,260
Off Market
313 Hancock St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.04
$150,000
4
1.5
2,364
Recently Sold
310 E Washington St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.07
$240,600
3
1.5
2,076
Off Market
423 Hancock St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.07
$249,000
2
2
-
Recently Sold
423 Franklin St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.12
$198,600
4
1.5
2,740
Off Market
323 E Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.11
$189,000
4
2
1,362
Off Market
403 E Adams St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.12
$2,100,000
9
10
10,000
For Sale
414 Franklin St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.13
$153,100
3
1.5
-
Off Market
435 Franklin St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.13
$151,500
3
1
-
Off Market
333 E Washington St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.14
$2,650,000
Studio
-
4,527
For Sale
224 E Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH 44870
0.12
$234,400
3
1.5
1,868
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 23, 2026
Source: Firelands MLS #20262849
Listed For Sale
$499,900

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Taylor N. Dillinger, BHHS Professional Realty
Agent Phone: (419) 515-0179
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Frequently asked questions about 231 E Adams St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 231 E Adams St?
    Based on a $499,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 231 E Adams St in Sandusky, OH is approximately $3,228 (about $2,645 principal & interest, $508 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 231 E Adams St compare to homes in Sandusky?
    231 E Adams St in Sandusky, OH is listed at $499,900, about 210% above the $161K median sale price in Sandusky.
  • What do residents say about Sandusky?
    Residents describe Sandusky, OH as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Sandusky, OH.
  • What are the closest schools to 231 E Adams St?
    The closest schools to 231 E Adams St in Sandusky, OH are Sandusky High School (rated 3/10), Sandusky Middle School (rated 5/10), The Early Learning Academy (Pre-K/Elementary).
  • How big is the lot at 231 E Adams St?
    The lot at 231 E Adams St in Sandusky, OH is about 0.13 acres (5,475 sq ft).
  • Does 231 E Adams St have parking?
    Yes, 231 E Adams St in Sandusky, OH has on-site parking.
231 E Adams St, Sandusky, OH 44870 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 5,328 sqft single-family home built in 1854. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Firelands MLS on Jul 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20262849.