4970 Forest Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
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4970 Forest Rd
Mentor, OH 44060

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,075 sqft

$236,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,555/mo*
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$236,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,555/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,075 sqft

Local Information

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

Description

An unfortunate situation leads to this great opportunity - Newly built Ranch home with open floor plan has just been completed and ready for it's first owner. Gorgeous floors run through the living room, dining area and kitchen. The space has so many options to set it up to fit your needs. The kitchen features new SS appliances including dishwasher, microwave, gas stove, refrigerator and white cabinets. Full Bathroom with tiled floor, Laundry room has washer, Dryer and cabinets perfect for storage. Generous sized master bedroom with ceiling fan and oversized closet and new carpeting. Back door leads to a large yard with options to add a deck or patio area if you like. Attached garage with opener and expanded cement driveway, vinyl siding, neutral decor throughout, and central air. Everything is new and was replaced - including the slab, foundation walls, footers, all plumbing under the slab, the sewer and water under the slab, new water line and gutters tied into the rain sewer with yard drain. One floor living in Mentor at it's finest.
4970 Forest Rd, Mentor, OH 44060 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,075 sqft single-family home built in 2023. It last sold for $190,000 on Jan 29, 2024 (3% below the $195,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $236,200, with a rent estimate of $1,813/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 4970 Forest Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1075 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Drapes
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Central Living Area
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt FiberglassPatio / Porch: NoneFencing: Chain Link, Fenced, Partial, Privacy, WoodOther Structures: NoneFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Direct Access,Electricity,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Inside Entrance,Kitchen Level,Lighted,Off Street,Paved
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1075 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 91

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingIs a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: New ConstructionParcel Number: 16D111V000090

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $195,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jan 11 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: MentorCommunity: Mentor Headlands Park Sub
School Information
Elementary School District: Mentor EVSD - 4304Jr High / Middle School District: Mentor EVSD - 4304High School District: Mentor EVSD - 4304

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1075 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Lake Geauga Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6481.728 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4496725Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: jennifer.allen@clevelandteam.com (440) 796-4833Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1075
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Jennifer L Allen, (440) 796-4833
Keller Williams Greater Cleveland Northeast
Bought with: Gina Meyer, (440) 226-1642, McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
Originating MLS: Lake Geauga Area Association of REALTORS
Source: MLS Now, MLS#4496725

Price History for 4970 Forest Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/29/2024$190,000Sold
MLS Now #4496725
01/11/2024$195,000PendingMLS Now #4496725
01/03/2024$195,000PriceChange
MLS Now #4496725
11/16/2023$199,900PriceChange
MLS Now #4496725
11/08/2023$209,900PriceChange
MLS Now #4496725
10/18/2023$215,000PriceChange
MLS Now #4496725
10/12/2023$225,000Listed For SaleMLS Now #4496725
11/09/2020$129,900Sold
MLS Now #4224645
09/20/2020$129,900PendingAgent Provided
09/17/2020$129,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/12/2020$114,500PendingN/A
09/10/2020$114,500Listed For SaleN/A
12/14/2013$74,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/11/2013$74,900PendingAgent Provided
11/19/2013$74,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/15/2013$78,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/23/2013$46,000Sold
N/A
11/29/2010$94,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/27/2010$94,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/21/2010$99,800PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/26/2010$102,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/29/2006$85,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Mentor

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$246K
$15.92KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$152
$6MoM
Available listings
185
33MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,159
Assessment$216,140
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4970 Forest Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4974 Wake Robin Rd, Mentor, OH
0.06
Single-Family Home
$142,650
02/06/26
3
1
891
4992 Glenn Lodge Rd, Mentor, OH
0.13
Single-Family Home
$170,500
08/22/25
3
1
920
4927 Glenn Lodge Rd, Mentor, OH
0.18
Single-Family Home
$182,500
03/23/26
3
1
891
4891 Glenn Lodge Rd, Mentor, OH
0.21
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,020
5043 Forest Rd, Mentor, OH
0.14
Single-Family Home
$137,500
01/29/26
3
1
891
5027 Glenn Lodge Rd, Mentor, OH
0.20
Single-Family Home
$180,000
05/06/26
2
1
1,008
5043 Brooksdale Rd, Mentor, OH
0.33
Single-Family Home
$170,000
09/12/25
3
1
891
5055 Brooksdale Rd, Mentor, OH
0.33
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/13/26
3
1
924

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What Locals Say about Mentor

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  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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    "Three years living in the area, no security concerns. Seems the are a lot of seniors living in the area; however, we have noticed more kids in the area lately."
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