8808 Elsmere Dr, Parma, OH 44130
OFF MARKET

8808 Elsmere Dr
Parma, OH 44130

  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,800 sqft (on 0.79 acres)

$513,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,458/mo*

$513,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,458/mo*
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,800 sqft
(on 0.79 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Your own private sanctuary. This historic architectural masterpiece was designed by Parsons a renown Cleveland architect known for their commissions to design the highest quality buildings for the elite of Cleveland. The house is catalogued at the Cleveland Landmarks Commission. The original blue prints come with the house, they provide the provenance of the house and reveal every detail of the homes construction, elevation, faade infrastructure and formal palace like gardens. The house boasts 3,300+ square feet, which doesnt include the 500 square feet of finished space in the basement. Strategically located on a culdesac the entire area is surrounded by woods and Big Creek, a constantly flowing river nestled at the basin of the ravine. Privacy, nature, the sound of running water and a private location is an oasis of comfort and modern day convenience and magnificent craftsmanship. Minutes from shopping and highway access in all directions, 10 minutes from downtown and yet formal gardens and pathways provide tranquility on this private lot..but wait, I also own the lot next to the house and I am selling it along with the house, so you will have more than of an acre of lush gardens, trees and greenspace. The first floor contains a large kitchen with separate eating area, new solid cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, glass doors, stained and leaded glass doors, crown molding and tons of cabinet and countertop space. The formal dining room has hardwood floors, plaster crown molding and light fixture medallion, leaded and stained glass bay window with oak window seat and hardwood floors. The living room has hardwood floors, a bumped out foyer which is the entrance on the front of the house with a mosaic tile floor and large closet. Once inside the living room the soaring 2 story A frame oak buttress beam ceiling is breathtaking and pairs perfectly with the two story three column leaded glass windows. The fireplace is a bumped out room with a mosaic tile floor and finely appointed mantle. Also extra deep and wood burning, we currently have gas logs installed. Leaded glass French doors lead from the living room to a four season sun room with a vaulted ceiling. There is a half bath in the center hall area adjacent to the main staircase, I say main staircase because there is a back staircase that leads to the maids quarters and down to the basement. The master bedroom and master bath are on the first floor. A huge 15 x 16 master bedroom with a private bath, huge walk in closet newly set up with custom wood shelves and clothing racks, and a French door that leads to the four season sunroom. The upstairs features a second master bedroom and three more bedrooms all with walk in closets, a full bath with both a shower and separate tub and a large walk in cedar closet in the hallway. The basement is a great family or recreation room that was built with the house back in 1930. It features an oak mantle, wood burning fireplace, oak beam ceiling and build in oak bench with archway, cement stucco walls, tile floor moldings and large bright windows. The roof is Connecticut Blue Slate, super hard durable slate, a true masterpiece in terms of architecture and design, applied in graduated layers it is a hallmark of the design of the house. The balance of the exterior is mainly brick with accent Tudor beams and stucco. Sandstone and brick are a cameo feature of the front of the house, featuring soaring double spired chimneys The driveway is new asphalt, that has been sealed annually. The garage was extended four feet and was built with an extra wide 18 foot opening so it is a breeze to fit to large vehicles and still have side and rear space for bikes, tools, storage, etc. The house has steam heat, with a new energy efficient boiler installed in 2006,which is super comfortable and economical. Most of the radiators are built into the floor or window seat areas so you dont even know they are there. The house is EXCEPTIONAL in every way, truly a o
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 8808 Elsmere Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, Recreation Room, Workshop, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, Gas, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlateDeckExterior: Stone, Stucco, BrickGardenLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 1967
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Tudor

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.79 acres

Price History for 8808 Elsmere Dr

DatePriceEventSource
01/14/2016$355,000Sold
LVR #1561378
10/16/2015$384,500PendingAgent Provided
09/09/2015$384,500PendingToActiveAgent Provided
09/03/2015$384,500PendingAgent Provided
08/02/2015$384,500Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Parma

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$225K
$17K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$138
$1
MoM
Available listings
143
2
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,511
Assessment$339,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8808 Elsmere Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.21
Single-Family Home
$370,000
04/10/26
4
2.5
2,800
0.14
Single-Family Home
$235,000
02/20/26
3
2.5
2,905
0.12
Single-Family Home
$315,000
09/25/25
3
2
2,190
0.39
Single-Family Home
$308,000
05/08/26
3
1.5
4,187
0.44
Single-Family Home
$320,000
01/16/26
4
3
2,069
0.28
Single-Family Home
$255,000
10/27/25
4
1.5
2,318
0.18
Single-Family Home
$210,000
09/26/25
3
2
2,375
0.42
Single-Family Home
$345,000
11/14/25
3
2
2,789
0.27
Single-Family Home
$275,000
06/30/25
4
1.5
1,932
0.31
Single-Family Home
$299,000
12/08/25
3
2.5
1,843

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Parma

At least 576 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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  • 2q9hphz2fv
    "The dedicated polish village and a very diverse group of people that live here. Everyone is neighborly and kind."
  • Atoth4865
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 8?years!! Great family neighborhood ❤️friendly neighborhood and pet friendly "
  • Ericahouk63
    "I’ve lived here for 16 years it’s in the heart of north east Ohio and easily accessible to many things the area has a lot to offer "
  • Raymond Otero
    "I have been living here for the last 9 years. The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet, we prepare cook outs in summer and every neighbor pitch in with something."
  • Raymond Otero
    "We do cookouts for the community couples of time a year, we watch over when we know the neighbors are out"
  • Irene Scanlon
    "Great parks and schools nearby. Shopping and healthcare nearby. Parma has nearly everything you need!"
  • Linda M Arbogast
    "I live on a very busy main road - super busy and at times scary as drivers speed up and down. The streets are lot. Emergency vehicles use this Main Street a lot so it’s never 100% quiet. Lots of street lights and cars drive on it 24/7. Not safe when you have small kids or small animals. Bus services are easy access. "
  • Linda M Arbogast
    "My neighborhood is a busy place but safe. Public transportation is always available and passes my house regularly. "
  • Buddym
    "nice area/suburban neighborhood. clean very friendly and well lit. many restaurants and fast food chains. plenty bars as well."
  • Mstrotter
    "Lack of diversity. Not enough park like settings that are kid friendly. Great for families, just be sure to have entertainment for your kiddos on your own space."
  • Mena B.
    "Friendly community and helpful community. It’s been nice to live here and purchase another house in the near future "
  • Lisa E.
    "Neighbors are friendly. People take care of their yards. The city does a good job keeping things clean & kept up. It’s safe"
  • DARREN G.
    "they do keep us aware of sexual predators. police are very prompt, best in the area. nice family parks nearby "
  • Dana D.
    "this area in particular has so many playgrounds and schools which helps keep the pedos out of the neighborhoods. "
  • Rob B.
    "Most dogs are welcome. Many owners have dogs and walk them frequently and pick up after them. Residents fear Rotweilers and Pitbulls. "
  • Justin A.
    "I have lived in the area for a few years. I typically feel safe and secure. The noise comes from me living on a Main Street. It’s close to everything and a nice little area. "
  • Justin A.
    "There a great amount of schools and the area is pretty safe. There is tons of places to eat and shop. "
  • Trulia User
    "Everything is close distance, and people are friendly. The police are there in a matter of a few mins if called. "
  • Geza E.
    "several dog parks available and people walk their dogs all the time. Parma loves dogs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
  • Matthew W.
    "really like the houses and neighborhood everyone picks up there dogs everyone is so nice. there is stores close by so it is very nice "
  • Cptsdhealth
    "no one seems to have a problem with dog owner's here. everyone cleans up after there dogs. they have fenced yards and if dogs bark they take them in. absolutely no problems for us."
  • Miosoty F.
    "very safe for kids, teenagers elderly, neighrbors protect each others and police frequently check around "
  • Ldw5470
    "Many people in this neighborhood have dogs. We are "cat people" but the nearby dogs are well under control and cause no problems"
  • Jaynmeg J.
    "Nice place to live, the further south of snow rd you go the better very good police dept and emergency services "
  • Morgan M.
    "I travel south for work, so I’m going the opposite direction of most of the rush hour traffic and most days it’s a breeze."
  • Najiiah A.
    " i’ve lived in this neighborhood for two years and I really enjoyed it, my children are able to go to the different parks it’s very convenient!"
  • Tonya
    "All highways are really close. I live in a pretty central location. Everything is easy to access. They are building a brand new Aldis, five minutes from us. "
  • Brianpuls13
    "It’s a good community to raise a family and have friends visit. I grew up here and my parents still live in the city. It is an affordable place to live with decent schools. "
  • Dawn M. P.
    "Movie nights, splash pad, nice parks, clean neighborhood. Police presence, nice stores, easy access to public transit "
  • Carl.drotleff
    "I grew up in Parma. It’s a nice place to have a family. Quiet. Peaceful. Small homes, small lots. Good for people just starting out or those who are retiring and plan to be empty nesters. Lots of great pizza options. Tons of bowling alleys to choose from. It’s Swenson’s adjacent. How am I not at 100 characters yet? "
  • Jinnelle L.
    "It's a good environment for them I have a dog and he loves going for walks around Parma. Every where I go I see owner's with dogs. they should love it living here is good they would not like the apartments for them "
  • Diana K.
    "I LIVE NEAR Veterans Park, which is beautiful, and well maintained. People can go fishing, enjoy many picnic areas, baseball fields, batting cage, exercise trail, minigold and disc golf throughout a wooded area. Police are often seen in the park areas and throughout the city. Not far, is another park, on West Ridgewood Drive. It is a Metroparks Trail throughout wooded areas as well as a shop to stop in and admire educational facts about our habitat. "
  • Tricia Lee
    "Very dog friendly neighborhood n the neighbors all seem to genuinely look out for each other’s pets and treat their own pets very well as far as I can tell."
  • Thomas C.
    "Many dogs are walked throughout the day along well maintained sidewalks as well as the watershed park down the street."
  • SandyB
    "Dogs and owners are friendly and respectful of each other. Makes it easy to meet people. Everyone loves dogs and look out for each other. "
  • Grace S.
    "the roads are kinda bumpy n the speed limits are too slow. traffic does get kind of heavy so i suggest if u cant turn right to leave. dont go there. "
  • Dmghunt
    "I work in Cleveland Hts. so my commute is not great, but that’s Cleveland Hts.’ fault. :) However, easy access to highways and wide main streets make Parma convenient to downtown, Independence, even the far west or east sides. "
  • Anthony C.
    "The neighborhood is very nice. All the neighbors keep up the their yards. A lot of neighbors decorated for the holidays."
  • Nick B
    "There are Neighborhood movie nights and many festivals in the summer time. Plus an annual rib cook off. great place to just walk around wether it be for a weekend bar hop or a walk through a park ending at a ice cream shop."
  • Kristen
    "We do trick or treating during the day, on the weekend so even little kids can enjoy Halloween. Definitely a great city for children!"

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8808 Elsmere Dr, Parma, OH 44130 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,800 sqft single-family home built in 1930. This property is not currently available for sale. 8808 Elsmere Dr was last sold on Jan 14, 2016 for $355,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 8808 Elsmere Dr is $513,900.