281 E  Markison Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
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OFF MARKET

281 E Markison Ave
Columbus, OH 43207

Merion Village
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 962 sqft

$283,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,866/mo*

$283,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,866/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
962 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$283K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+1%)
Since last sale
Increased$23K (+9%)
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 increased by +137% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$283K
July 2026$286K
June 2026$286K
May 2026$288K
April 2026$284K
March 2026$283K
February 2026$278K
January 2026$272K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.12
Single-Family Home
$259,900
05/14/26
2
1
1,000
0.16
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/04/26
2
1
1,060
0.06
Single-Family Home
$270,000
12/05/25
2
1
1,012
0.24
Single-Family Home
$274,500
09/30/25
2
1
1,136
0.07
Single-Family Home
$319,000
04/01/26
3
1
1,292
0.22
Single-Family Home
$235,500
06/09/26
2
1
1,008
0.14
Single-Family Home
$215,000
04/20/26
2
1
1,078
0.21
Single-Family Home
$174,000
07/31/26
2
1
1,154
0.03
Single-Family Home
$350,000
06/29/26
2
1.5
1,080
0.29
Single-Family Home
$241,000
06/30/26
2
1
1,184

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
0.01
$328,900
2
2
1,128
Off Market
0.03
$376,100
3
1.5
1,200
Off Market
0.04
$395,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold
0.03
$382,790
2
2.5
1,516
Recently Sold
0.05
$397,800
3
1.5
1,732
Off Market
0.03
$382,000
2
2.5
1,202
Recently Sold
0.03
$350,000
2
1.5
1,080
Recently Sold
0.04
$310,800
2
1.5
1,137
Off Market
0.07
$350,000
3
1.5
1,260
Recently Sold
0.04
$338,300
2
2.5
1,000
Off Market
0.08
$364,100
3
2
1,228
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
962 sqft
Price/Sqft
$294
Parking
Garage

About this House

Lovingly maintained home in Merion Village with updates from top to bottom! This classic home features original woodwork, crown molding, newer oak hardwood flooring, ventless gas log fireplace, formal living and dining rooms. The fully remodeled kitchen includes sealed butcher block counter tops and stainless steel appliances! New lighting fixtures throughout! Loads of the old lath and plaster replaced with drywall, including ceilings. Bath remodeled to add storage and keep original clawfoot tub. Classic! Full basement and large 1.5 car garage means loads of storage space. HVAC replaced 2015.
281 E Markison Ave, Columbus, OH 43207 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 962 sqft single-family home in Merion Village, built in 1925. It last sold for the $259,900 asking price on Nov 2, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $283,300, with a rent estimate of $1,732/month.

Home Details for 281 E Markison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 962 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas LogHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s)Flooring: Wood, VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoFloors: Wood, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage Door Opener,Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 010040659

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $259,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 29 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: ColumbusCommunity: Merion Village
School Information
High School District: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO.

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 962 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 223031001
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by David L Baker, (614) 989-5662
Baker Realty Group
Bought with: Andrew Fitzgerald, (614) 332-2953, KW Classic Properties Realty
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS , MLS#223031001

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 2, 2023
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #223031001
Sold
$259,900
Nov 2, 2023
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #223031001
Pending
$259,900
Sep 30, 2023
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #223031001
Contingent
$259,900
Sep 21, 2023
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #223031001
Listed For Sale
$259,900
Aug 5, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$69,000

Market trends in Columbus

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$253K
$5.08K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$190
$3
MoM
Available listings
2517
128
MoM
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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Merion Village

At least 59 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Multiple parks very close including Schiller Park and Moeller Park. Sidewalks to walk dogs. Big turf dog park very close by too"
  • Trulia User
    "College kids frequent this place on the weekends and can get rowdy, but otherwise it's lovely and quite walkable."
  • Trulia User
    "On May 1 everybody who wants to participate as a stoop or a garage sale. Also, there are tours of the front gardens in the neighborhood."
  • Trulia User
    "People are out walking their dogs all the time. It’s a walkable neighborhood, very quick walk to Schiller Park."
  • Lacie D.
    "Schiller Park is a great place to meet other dog owners and let your pooch play with other local dogs. There’s a nice group of people that meet almost nightly to let there dogs run and play together. "
  • Katieheines
    "Quiet streets, multiple parks and big yards! Great neighborhood for dogs as evidenced by tons of people walking their dogs every day."
  • Cassandra D
    "Due to construction, our neighborhood can be difficult to enter and exit at certain times of the day. Exits to our neighborhood have also been closed periodically. Many streets here are brick and uneven so you have to drive slow and cautiously. "
  • Alishahipp
    "This neighborhood is friendly. Sunday afternoons feel so calm and quiet like you’re not near the heart of a bustling city. "
  • Jason N.
    "Schiller park, German village lights. There are lots of events throughout the summer. Downtown is a short bike ride away. "
  • Mrs D
    "Schiller Park is close by. There are always groups of dogs playing together. The lot sizes for are good compared to neighboring communities and most homes have a yard. The neighborhood is extremely dog friendly and pet owners clean up after their pets. "
  • Wmarcum73
    "Great neighborhood that’s turned it’s self around. People are redoing their homes and business are coming back.its a great environment. "
  • Julgus
    "It is a wonderful community, neighborhood if people would just stop for a minute and say hello! We all live here, help one and other, we have raised our family here & want this area to thrive! Next generation.... keep paying forward! Karma is coming back from the day! If you don’t embrace it.... it will be lost.💕"
  • Julgus
    "I grew up in this neighborhood and have lived in our current home for 33 years. Lovely young and upcoming families moving in and Dr.’s / Nurses from Children’s Hospital! Fantastic are to move to! "
  • Becca R.
    "While this area is rapidly improving, some of the foot traffic is still concerning. I wouldn’t go anywhere alone at night."
  • Odessa
    "I wouldn’t feel safe letting my kids out on their own. Lots of random people roaming the streets. Nice parks nearby however."
  • Amy L.
    "Everyone has a dog, and there’s always traffic seeing people walking their dogs to and from Schiller Park"
  • Joy M.
    "a very dog friendly neighborhood. dogs everywhere. good dogs are unleashed with no one making a fuss over it. "
  • Bridget M.
    "This neighborhood is in between the ritzy German Village and low rent Southern Orchards. Its’ inhabitants are friendly. Foot traffic to and from Schiller Park includes residents from all surrounding neighborhoods. Our house was broken into once in the 3 years we lived here. Nice enough area but still city living. "
  • Margotbaird
    "Love this neighborhood. There are many restaurants and parks that are easy to walk to. Downtown is just a few moments down the road. Location, location, location!"
  • Ella Z.
    "We moved here a few years ago and love Merion Village - it's a lovely walking area with several parks, a wide range of restaurants, and it's gorgeous to sit on the front porch during the summer! It's easy to take the bus downtown to go to events. "
  • ohiojack12
    "I visit here. often, and excellent place to live in Columbus. City amenities, 5 minute drive or 15 min walk downtown, ready bus service to downtown and other points"

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Frequently asked questions about 281 E Markison Ave

  • What is 281 E Markison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 E Markison Ave in Columbus, OH is $283,300.
  • What is the price history for 281 E Markison Ave?
    281 E Markison Ave in Columbus, OH last sold for $259,900 in November 2023.
  • Is Columbus a buyer's or seller's market?
    Columbus is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Columbus?
    The median sale price in Columbus is $253K. That is up $5.08K from the prior month.
  • Does 281 E Markison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 E Markison Ave in Columbus, OH has air conditioning.
  • Does 281 E Markison Ave have a yard?
    Yes, 281 E Markison Ave in Columbus, OH has a yard.
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