284 Forest St, Oberlin, OH 44074
Quick-step floor
2nd floor sun room
OFF MARKET

$594,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,044 sqft (on 0.38 acres)

284 Forest St, Oberlin, OH 44074

Est. Refi. Payment $3,613/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 14, 2014 for $350,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$595K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+4.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$245K (+69.9%)
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 +54% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$595K
August 2026$593K
July 2026$600K
June 2026$600K
May 2026$604K
April 2026$597K
March 2026$576K
February 2026$547K
January 2026$538K
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
232 Elm St, Oberlin, OH
0.18
Single-Family Home
$365,000
11/21/25
5
2.5
2,792
83 S Cedar St, Oberlin, OH
0.19
Single-Family Home
$382,000
09/02/26
4
2.5
2,580
149 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH
0.28
Single-Family Home
$335,000
07/17/26
5
2
2,366
252 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH
0.10
Single-Family Home
$365,000
03/02/26
3
1.5
1,732
144 Forest St, Oberlin, OH
0.27
Single-Family Home
$333,333
09/19/25
5
3
4,543
235 Elm St, Oberlin, OH
0.14
Single-Family Home
$330,000
11/21/25
4
2
2,014
252 W College St, Oberlin, OH
0.24
Single-Family Home
$475,000
04/28/26
5
3.5
2,220
147 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH
0.30
Single-Family Home
$338,950
07/08/26
4
2
2,238
291 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH
0.14
Single-Family Home
$550,000
04/09/26
4
4
3,385
603 Beech St, Oberlin, OH
0.64
Single-Family Home
$339,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
3,240

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
309 Reamer Pl, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.06
$467,400
4
3
2,726
Off Market
268 Forest St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.03
$299,900
5
2
3,058
For Sale
328 Reamer Pl, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.11
$582,300
5
4.5
4,263
Off Market
260 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.10
$282,200
3
1.5
1,600
Off Market
280 Elm St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.14
$578,700
4
3.5
4,260
Off Market
235 Elm St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.14
$330,000
4
2
2,014
Recently Sold
360 Edgemeer Pl, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.14
$529,700
4
2.5
3,660
Off Market
257 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.14
$175,000
4
2
2,342
Recently Sold
232 Elm St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.18
$365,000
5
2.5
2,792
Recently Sold
224 Morgan St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.15
$360,800
3
2
1,951
Off Market
146 S Cedar St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.15
$206,300
3
1.5
1,564
Off Market
111 S Cedar St, Oberlin, OH 44074
0.16
$229,300
3
1
1,472
Off Market

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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
0.38 acre lot
3,044 sqft
$195/sqft
Garage

About this House

Craftsman Colonial style, artistically constructed by hand from natural materials, lovingly maintained, updated, and upgraded. Walking up the brick sidewalk and stepping into this spacious, yet cozy, home, you immediately feel welcomed. Central air conditioning (on 2nd and 3rd floors) provides summer comfort. Extensive and well-maintained landscaping and perennial beds in front and rear add year-around color. All utility lines on the street and to the house are buried underground. Superb location on a classic, quiet street two blocks south of Prospect School. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully renovated, this craftsman home remains true to its history, while offering updates for today's lifestyle.
Extensive craftsman style features throughout:
open floor plan/
natural materials: wood, stucco/
wide door and window casing/
red oak ceiling and floor moldings in natural finishes/
built-in woodwork: cabinets, bookcases, shelving/
hardwood floors/
fireplace/
numerous windows for natural light/
welcoming earthy colors and harmonious wood tones/
multiple roof planes and (rear) dormer windows/
generously overhanging eves/
extended rafter ends/
porch support columns/
wide exterior window and door casing/
windows with multi-paned sashes/
The unique open (first) floor plan includes:
large living (room for a grand piano), dining, and family rooms with extensive windows, wood burning fireplace, warm ceiling and floor molding, built-in cabinets and shelves/
a completely renovated and upgraded kitchen with new appliances, Silestone counters, a built-in book case topped with a wrapped bronze counter, and Quickstep flooring/
a half-bath/
coat closet/
back service (maids) stairs to the 2nd floor landing.
The second floor includes:
four large bedrooms/
a full bath/
two built-in cabinets/
a large sleeping or sun porch, with extensive new windows and refinished oak flooring.
The third floor includes:
A large bedroom and built-in bunk bed/
A full bath/
Large walk-in finished closet/
A large walk-in floored attic, running the length of the house.
A full, dry basement includes new laundry appliances, an updated furnace, and a vented work room.
A detached two-car garage with automatic door openers provides winter protection and storage.
Qualified Oberlin High School students receive free tuition to Oberlin College.
FYI: Home-price growth near seven-year high @ http://www.marketwatch.com/story/home-price-growth-near-seven-year-high-2013-08-06

284 Forest St, Oberlin, OH 44074 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,044 sqft single-family home built in 1923. It last sold for $350,000 on Mar 14, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $594,900, with a rent estimate of $2,856/month.

Home Details for 284 Forest St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Master Bath, Recreation Room, Workshop, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StuccoGardenLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923Year Updated: 2011
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.38 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Mar 14, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$350,000
May 14, 2013
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$375,000
Price decreased by 4%
May 13, 2013
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$389,000
Price decreased by 0%
May 11, 2013
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$390,000
Price increased by 4%

Market trends in Oberlin

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Oberlin

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say there's wildlife

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say there are community events

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say car is needed

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

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  • Krystal E. K.
    "hoping to move back here great schools and community to live in. safe and cute town . also lots of history in this town "
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  • Isabella8489
    "Small town quaintness even with a large college 2 blocks away. Festivities downtown throughout the whole summer. "
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  • Brom4880
    "Safe semi-rural historic city with a bustling downtown amidst Oberlin College. Very clean, safe, friendly, multicultural. Many restaurants, shops, community events, parks, museums, environmental activism, tourists, great fun things to do for all ages."
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  • Kaye N.
    "This gorgeous college town has it all! The housing is affordable and the culture here is outstanding. "
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  • info
    "Very conscientious and progressive small safe community, well cared for, Oberlin College at the heart of the town, many retirees but young people also and tourists with museums, shops, restaurants, historical sites, parks and recreation."
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  • Brom4880
    "Adjacent to historic Oberlin college, a walking/biking trail runs right through the area, many organic farms, unique shops, wonderful restaurants within walking distance of most of the town, Splash Zone water park, numerous other parks, theaters, and a superior community support system that cares for the less fortunate and elderly."
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  • jamesnmissy
    "We have lived in Oberlin for 8 years. It has small college town atmosphere; mostly quiet, but with lots of activities within walking distance (i.e. summer theater & concerts, historic home tours, biking events, many restaurants, and small unique shopping)."
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  • Alana k.
    "I've lived in Oberlin for 30 years. It's a wonderful small town. Great for raising a family. There are lots of kid activities, restaurants are good, and walking or bike riding distance. Splash Zone is near by with a lovely workout room, and winter or summer swimming. Wouldn't trade it for the world!"
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Frequently asked questions about 284 Forest St

  • What is 284 Forest St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 284 Forest St in Oberlin, OH is $594,900.
  • What is the price history for 284 Forest St?
    284 Forest St in Oberlin, OH last sold for $350,000 in March 2014.
  • Is Oberlin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Oberlin is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Oberlin?
    Residents describe Oberlin, OH as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Oberlin, OH.
  • Does 284 Forest St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 284 Forest St in Oberlin, OH has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 284 Forest St?
    The lot at 284 Forest St in Oberlin, OH is about 0.38 acres (16,552 sq ft).

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