281 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
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OFF MARKET

281 Sheldon Ave
Columbus, OH 43207

Merion Village
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,366 sqft

$392,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,538/mo*
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$392,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,538/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,366 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$392K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+1.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$85K (+27.5%)
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 +133% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$392K
July 2026$397K
June 2026$402K
May 2026$401K
April 2026$400K
March 2026$396K
February 2026$387K
January 2026$378K
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
273 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH
0.01
Single-Family Home
$305,000
04/27/26
3
1
1,260
284 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH
0.03
Single-Family Home
$327,500
07/29/26
3
1
1,512
323 Southwood Ave, Columbus, OH
0.15
Single-Family Home
$340,000
12/10/25
3
1.5
1,285
222 Southwood Ave, Columbus, OH
0.12
Single-Family Home
$377,000
06/01/26
3
2
1,384
301 Southwood Ave, Columbus, OH
0.14
Single-Family Home
$350,000
05/28/26
3
1.5
1,260
1389 S 6th St, Columbus, OH
0.13
Single-Family Home
$350,000
02/26/26
3
1
1,256
306 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH
0.05
Single-Family Home
$390,000
05/28/26
3
1.5
1,248
215 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH
0.11
Single-Family Home
$355,000
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,870
263 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH
0.07
Single-Family Home
$350,750
10/16/25
2
2
1,350
338 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH
0.08
Single-Family Home
$370,000
09/02/25
3
2
1,224

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
284 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.03
$374,900
3
2
1,400
Off Market
274 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.04
$366,000
3
1
1,328
Off Market
273 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.01
$305,000
3
1
1,260
Recently Sold
270 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.04
$305,000
2
1.5
984
Recently Sold
320 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.06
$376,500
3
1.5
1,376
Off Market
301 E Moler St, Columbus, OH 43207
0.07
$342,900
3
1
1,416
Off Market
284 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.03
$327,500
3
1
1,512
Recently Sold
323 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.06
$174,000
2
1
1,154
Recently Sold
274 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.03
$330,800
3
1.5
1,260
Off Market
306 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.05
$390,000
3
1.5
1,248
Recently Sold
313 E Moler St, Columbus, OH 43207
0.08
$329,400
Studio
-
-
Off Market
316 E Jenkins Ave, Columbus, OH 43207
0.06
$329,900
2
1
1,078
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 Sheldon Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1918
Living Area
1,366 sqft
Price/Sqft
$287

About this House

Spectacular home on a premier street in Merion Village. Current owners have invested in many improvements in this home including installing a new brick patio and landscaping throughout the yard. Hardwood floors throughout. Living room features a working ventless fireplace. Each of the 3 bedrooms offers ample closet space. Master bedroom includes a walk-in AND a large closet. First floor laundry. Newer roof. Basement was professionally waterproofed by the Basement Doctors. 4 off street parking spaces. Great Merion Village location, close to Schiller and Moeller Parks and German Village shops and restaurants. Radon mitigation system, Ring home security system paid through 1/2021. Nest thermostat. Washer & dryer convey. Possession available July 15th. See A2A remarks.
281 Sheldon Ave, Columbus, OH 43207 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,366 sqft single-family home in Merion Village, built in 1918. It last sold for $307,750 on Jul 10, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $392,300, with a rent estimate of $2,185/month.

Home Details for 281 Sheldon Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918Year Updated: 2015
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Vinyl

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 10, 2020
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #220014849
Sold
$307,750
May 18, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$285,000
May 14, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$285,000
Dec 16, 2015
Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS #215038438
Sold
$188,000
Oct 27, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$190,000

Market trends in Columbus

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

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Merion Village
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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"
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  • Trulia User
    "College kids frequent this place on the weekends and can get rowdy, but otherwise it's lovely and quite walkable."
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  • 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."
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  • Trulia User
    "People are out walking their dogs all the time. It’s a walkable neighborhood, very quick walk to Schiller Park."
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  • 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. "
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  • Katieheines
    "Quiet streets, multiple parks and big yards! Great neighborhood for dogs as evidenced by tons of people walking their dogs every day."
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  • 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. "
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  • Alishahipp
    "This neighborhood is friendly. Sunday afternoons feel so calm and quiet like you’re not near the heart of a bustling city. "
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  • Jason N.
    "Schiller park, German village lights. There are lots of events throughout the summer. Downtown is a short bike ride away. "
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  • 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. "
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  • Wmarcum73
    "Great neighborhood that’s turned it’s self around. People are redoing their homes and business are coming back.its a great environment. "
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  • 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.💕"
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  • 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! "
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  • Becca R.
    "While this area is rapidly improving, some of the foot traffic is still concerning. I wouldn’t go anywhere alone at night."
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  • Odessa
    "I wouldn’t feel safe letting my kids out on their own. Lots of random people roaming the streets. Nice parks nearby however."
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  • Amy L.
    "Everyone has a dog, and there’s always traffic seeing people walking their dogs to and from Schiller Park"
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  • Joy M.
    "a very dog friendly neighborhood. dogs everywhere. good dogs are unleashed with no one making a fuss over it. "
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  • 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. "
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  • 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!"
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  • 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. "
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  • 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 Sheldon Ave

  • What is 281 Sheldon Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Sheldon Ave in Columbus, OH is $392,300.
  • What is the price history for 281 Sheldon Ave?
    281 Sheldon Ave in Columbus, OH last sold for $307,750 in July 2020.
  • 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 Sheldon Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 Sheldon Ave in Columbus, OH has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 281 Sheldon Ave?
    The lot at 281 Sheldon Ave in Columbus, OH is about 0.12 acres (5,227 sq ft).

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