c.1900 Ohio Home For Sale Under $155K

$154,900

Toward the rear of this Ohio home, you’ll find a spacious 3-car garage accompanied by a covered porch. Inside, there’s plenty of space to accommodate your vehicles as well as storage for lawn care tools and equipment.

Realtor Comments

Welcome to your new home located on a low-traffic, peaceful street! This century old home, just off the beaten path but convenient to stores, has been updated throughout the years and is a solid place to call home. The 7×23 enclosed front porch is a great place to enjoy the Spring and Fall breezes or during the summer, enjoy your ice tea or lemonade and a good book while life passes you by. Enter through the front door to the 11×23 living room which has a stairway to the upstairs 3 bedrooms (13×10, 13×11 and 13×11) and 8×9 full bathroom. The first floor consists of a 13×12 kitchen with breakfast bar and plenty of oak cabinets. Dinner and formal entertaining can be held in the 13×11 dining room. In need of a first floor bedroom? You’re in luck! This home offers a large 13×11 bedroom off of the living room and a full bathroom (11×9) with walk-in shower and combined laundry room – also easily accessible to your family and guests. The full basement offers plenty of space for storage and the one-time attached garage has been turned into a 13×10 workshop area. Call today for your private showing! The contents will be offered at an online auction to be scheduled soon and not to be made part of the real estate purchase contract.

4bd
2ba
1,342sqft
8,276.4sqft lot
Circa 1900

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14851 French St, Damascus, OH 44619

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Contact Realtor: 330-519-1616

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Pros

1. Affordable Living

Overall cost of living is about 25% below the U.S. average, with housing nearly 50% cheaper—median home value ~$169K and rent around $790/month

2. Small‑Town Safety & Community

Generally peaceful and safe, with crime grades mostly in the top A-range (only a few low-crime sections)
Residents praise the tight-knit atmosphere:
“It’s safe, quiet, and everyone knows each other.”

3. Stable Education and Family Support

Small schools receive decent ratings (Niche gives a school grade of B–), good student-teacher ratios, and a solid sense of belonging

4. Outdoor Opportunities & Healthcare Access

Parks and community green spaces are nearby
Health infrastructure is strong, with ~258 physicians per 100K (versus U.S. avg of 210)—and below-average healthcare costs

⚠️ Cons

1. Limited Job Opportunities & Wages

Local economy is small; unemployment ~6.6% (higher than the national ~6%) and future job growth is modest (~14% next decade vs. 33% US avg)
Median income (~$64K household, $29.5K individual) lags national averages .

2. Sparse Amenities & Longer Commutes

Few businesses, stores, or grocery options—most errands require driving out .
Average commute is around 22–31 minutes, and public transit is essentially nonexistent

3. Limited Diversity & Cultural Offerings

Predominantly White (homogenous), which may feel isolating for those from more diverse backgrounds
With a tiny population (~400), nightlife and cultural events are minimal

4. Environmental Concerns