3138 E  5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43219
OFF MARKET

3138 E 5th Ave
Columbus, OH 43219

East Columbus
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 984 sqft

$144,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $988/mo*

$144,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $988/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
984 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$144K
Since last month
Increased$7K (+5%)
Since last year
Decreased$6K (-4%)
Since last sale
Increased$96K (+191.4%)
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 +496% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$146K
July 2026$140K
June 2026$139K
May 2026$143K
April 2026$147K
March 2026$136K
February 2026$148K
January 2026$149K
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
0.23
Single-Family Home
$56,000
02/27/26
2
1.5
1,064
0.45
Single-Family Home
$95,000
09/19/25
2
1
792
0.29
Single-Family Home
$129,780
10/03/25
3
1
1,064
0.48
Single-Family Home
$86,000
04/02/26
3
1
1,008
0.27
Single-Family Home
$129,800
10/07/25
3
1
680
0.62
Single-Family Home
$55,000
01/21/26
3
1
1,100
0.41
Single-Family Home
$160,000
08/06/26
2
1
672
0.50
Single-Family Home
$134,000
06/12/26
2
1
672
0.04
Single-Family Home
$95,000
02/09/26
4
2.5
1,672
0.56
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/25/25
2
1
952

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
0.04
$275,000
4
2.5
1,672
For Sale
0.06
$230,000
3
2
1,488
Recently Sold
0.06
$233,100
3
1
1,973
Off Market
0.07
$200,500
3
1
1,136
Off Market
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.14
$31,100
-
-
-
Recently Sold
0.14
$129,800
2
1
610
Off Market
0.15
$350,000
Studio
-
-
For Sale
0.16
$45,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
0.16
$52,000
2
1
-
For Sale
0.16
$33,999
1
1
-
For Sale
0.16
$90,000
3
2
-
For Sale

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1930
Living Area
984 sqft
Price/Sqft
$147
Parking
Garage

About this House

Great investment property for buy & hold or fix & flip purposes. Located on E. 5th very close to James Rd.

Here is what you need to know:

2/1
984 sq ft
Full Unfinished Basement

It needs some tlc kitchen cabinets, carpet, hot water tank, furnace, $1,000-$1,500 to re-wire the panel in the basement, minor water damages to upstairs & downstairs ceilings due to the roof needing to be patched. Don't let the amount of work discourage you, a savvy investor could have this place move in/ market ready in no time.

ARV: $45,000-50,000
Repairs: 15k
Asking: $14k

You will also need to put down a minimum of $2,000 as a non-refundable deposit to secure this great investment deal.
3138 E 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43219 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 984 sqft single-family home in East Columbus, built in 1930. It last sold for $50,000 on Mar 17, 2000. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $144,300, with a rent estimate of $1,301/month.

Home Details for 3138 E 5th Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Washer
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Other, Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 13 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Sep 24, 2016
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$14,000
Jul 26, 2016
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$14,000
Jun 9, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$40,000
Feb 19, 2008
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$40,000

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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What Locals Say about East Columbus

At least 18 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 84 % Say kids play outside

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 60 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say parking is easy

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 33 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 25 % Say it's quiet

  • 24 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Teresa L.
    " each other,especially neighbors. In my experience,a great place to raise kids as I grew up here right on 5th ave. "
  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the neighborhood. The area is diverse with friendly and pleasant neighbors and close to shops and restaurants (5 min drive). "
  • Juanita60586
    "Historic buildings!$Reasonable priced homes.Neighbors watch out for each other. Park view👌Downtown filled with many eateries and bars. Lots of people . Local library and federal buildings. Lots to do.All kinds of people. Bike paths."

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Frequently asked questions about 3138 E 5th Ave

  • What is 3138 E 5th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3138 E 5th Ave in Columbus, OH is $144,300.
  • What is the price history for 3138 E 5th Ave?
    3138 E 5th Ave in Columbus, OH last sold for $50,000 in March 2000.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 3138 E 5th Ave?
    The lot at 3138 E 5th Ave in Columbus, OH is about 0 acres (13 sq ft).
  • Does 3138 E 5th Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 3138 E 5th Ave in Columbus, OH has a garage.