281 Lear St, Columbus, OH 43206
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281 Lear St
Columbus, OH 43206

German Village
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,332 sqft

$346,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,242/mo*
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$346,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,242/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,332 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1973
Living Area
1,332 sqft
Price/Sqft
$260

About this House

This 2 BR, 1.5 BA condo is just around the corner from the Sycamore! Updated kitchen and baths and plenty of living space are the best features of this condo. Tons of cabinet and counter space in the eat in kitchen. The master bedroom features 2 closets and a ceiling fan. Nicely updated hall bath with double sinks. Storage area in the building and a nice sized storage closet in the upstairs hall. Wood floors throughout most of the unit. The condo overlooks a beautiful courtyard. One off street parking spot and plenty of on street parking. Fabulous location and a beautiful unit. See it quickly. NO pets or smoking. LOOKING FOR AT LEAST A 650 CREDIT SCORE! This property allows self guided viewing without an appointment. Contact for details.
281 Lear St, Columbus, OH 43206 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,332 sqft multi-family in German Village, built in 1973. It last sold for $238,500 on Dec 27, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2019 with an asking price of $1,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 19, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $346,300, with a rent estimate of $2,013/month.

Home Details for 281 Lear St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 5StorageCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street, On Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 770 sqft

Price History for 281 Lear St

DatePriceEventSource
06/19/2019$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/06/2019$1,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/15/2019$1,750Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/27/2017$238,500Sold
N/A
10/27/2017$249,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/06/2017$259,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/12/2017$264,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/03/2017$269,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/15/2017$274,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/11/2014$189,900Sold
Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #214045556
04/25/2014$185,000Sold
Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #214002405
04/29/2009$124,000Sold
N/A
03/18/2009$139,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/23/2009$149,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/12/2008$159,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/21/2008$159,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/19/2008$164,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/22/2008$149,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/17/2008$149,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/02/2008$152,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/07/2008$155,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/19/2008$158,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Columbus

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$250K
$11.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$4MoM
Available listings
2384
53MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,816
Assessment$306,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 281 Lear St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
515-517 City Park Ave, Columbus, OH
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$525,000
01/28/26
4
3
1,088
641-643 Whittier St, Columbus, OH
0.70
Multi-Family Home
$80,000
08/19/25
2
2
1,375
601 City Park Ave, Columbus, OH
0.33
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
10/30/25
4
4
1,260
252-254 E Thurman Ave, Columbus, OH
0.67
Multi-Family Home
$575,000
10/27/25
4
2
1,170
776-778 Bank St, Columbus, OH
0.56
Multi-Family Home
$400,000
02/02/26
4
4
1,088
1199-1201 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH
0.81
Multi-Family Home
$170,000
05/26/26
6
2
1,232
519-521 Deshler Ave, Columbus, OH
0.79
Multi-Family Home
$415,000
04/29/26
6
3
1,305
143-145 S Monroe Ave, Columbus, OH
1.02
Multi-Family Home
$350,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,356
99-101 S 17th St, Columbus, OH
1.13
Multi-Family Home
$385,000
05/20/26
4
2
1,036
1065-1067 Ohio Ave, Columbus, OH
1.07
Multi-Family Home
$168,000
06/23/26
4
2
980
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

German Village
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What Locals Say about German Village

At least 95 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 99 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 99 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say car is needed

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say there are community events

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say kids play outside

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Lauren T.
    "Schiller Park is a great local park for families or to walk your dog. There are a ton of great restaurants and bars. "
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  • Craig.allen.keller
    "Easy and quick commute downtown. Access to major interstates nearby. Close to airport and major stadiums and attractions."
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  • Katie F.
    "Village Lights at Christmas, Haus and Garten tour, Annual Neighborhood Yard Sale, Art Crawl, Shakespeare in the Park"
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  • Victoriabasinski
    "Holiday light show, garden parties and house tours! It’s the best area to walk around and go to amazing restaurants! I highly recommend this area "
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  • Andrew
    "Great. You can get anywhere in Columbus within 35mins. Rush hour is relative. Easy to get around by car at almost all times of the day. "
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  • Kari l.
    "Dogs are spoiled here! Schiller park is a great place for them to play. Many business place water bowls out, and give treats. Also poo disposal bags are available on most phone poles and other various places. "
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  • Andreina
    "Perfect European life in Ohio. The most romantic and walkable area. It’s a magical place, a lot of restaurants, bakery and yoga studios "
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  • Eschirack23
    "I love German village! So many dog friendly people out and about and love being able to walk to so many neat places. Lots of neighborhood gems "
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Lear St

  • What is 281 Lear St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Lear St in Columbus, OH is $346,300.
  • What is the price history for 281 Lear St?
    281 Lear St in Columbus, OH last sold for $238,500 in December 2017.
  • Is Columbus a buyer's or seller's market?
    Columbus is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Columbus?
    The median sale price in Columbus is $250K. That is up $11.58K from the prior month.
  • Does 281 Lear St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 Lear St in Columbus, OH has air conditioning.
  • Does 281 Lear St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 281 Lear St in Columbus, OH has in-unit laundry.