c.1926 Ohio Home W/ Gleaming Hardwoods and Vintage Elements Throughout $100K

OHU50K Notes $100,000

c.1926 Ohio Home W/ Gleaming Hardwoods and Vintage Elements Throughout. This old home has curb appeal! Not only that, the inside of the home is a sight to see.

Yard featured at 9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH, 44125

Realtor Comments

Charming colonial character meets everyday comfort in this well-loved 3-bedroom, 1-bath home tucked on a corner lot in Garfield Heights. From the moment you pull up, the covered front porch (perfect for morning coffee or evening chats with neighbors) sets the tone for the warmth waiting inside. Step into the living room and you’ll immediately notice the gleaming hardwood floors, rich crown molding, and a decorative brick fireplace surround flanked by original built-in cabinets – the kind of craftsmanship you just don’t find anymore. The adjoining dining room continues the story with more hardwood, more built-ins, and a ceiling fan overhead, creating a natural flow for entertaining or everyday family dinners. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of room to gather, with the stove, fridge, and portable dishwasher staying with the home, plus a convenient door out to the back porch. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms with hardwood floors throughout, built-in linen cabinets for extra storage, and newer windows. The master offers two closets and a ceiling fan, while the second bedroom opens onto its own covered balcony – a sweet private retreat. The full bathroom features a tiled floor, pedestal sink, and shower/tub combo. A third-floor attic adds bonus storage space. Downstairs, the unfinished basement is a practical workhorse: original furnace, newer water tank (2021), updated electrical panel (2021), utility sink, and washer/dryer that stay with the home. Outside, the two-car detached garage recently got new doors (2025), and both the house and garage roofs have been updated – one less thing to worry about. Vinyl siding and a security system round out the peace-of-mind features. This home has already completed its point-of-sale inspection with no violations, so you can move forward with confidence. It’s a home full of original details and genuine character just waiting for its next chapter – come see it for yourself!

3 bed
1 bath
1,374 sqft
5,998 sqft lot
Build date 1926

Yard featured at 9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH, 44125

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9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH 44125 $100,000

Contact Realtor: Dominic M. Picione
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Yard featured at 9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH, 44125

Porch featured at 9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH, 44125

Living Room featured at 9820 Robinson Ave, Garfield Heights, OH, 44125

Pros

Very affordable housing. The Census puts the median value of owner-occupied homes at about $109,900, with median gross rent around $1,129. That is substantially cheaper than many suburbs around Cleveland.
Good location for commuting. Garfield Heights sits near I-480 and I-77, and the city says downtown Cleveland and Cleveland Hopkins Airport are roughly 15 minutes away under typical conditions.
Diverse community. About 58% of residents are Black, 30% White, and 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, according to recent Census estimates. Niche gives the city an A for diversity.
Lots of everyday conveniences. There are grocery stores such as , and , plus plenty of restaurants and neighborhood businesses.
Good access to parks and nature. is a significant advantage, with trails, the restored pond and recreational facilities.
Shorter-than-average commute. The Census reports an average commute of about 21 minutes.
Urban-suburban mix. You get relatively inexpensive houses and established neighborhoods while remaining close to Cleveland’s jobs, restaurants, sports and entertainment.

Cons

Crime is the biggest concern. Niche currently gives Garfield Heights a C- for crime & safety. Its reported violent-crime rates are mixed, while motor-vehicle theft is notably higher than the national comparison in its dataset.
The city says crime has fallen by more than 30% following investments in technology, so there has been improvement, but I’d still research the specific neighborhood before buying.
Schools aren’t a major selling point. Niche rates the public schools C- overall. If you have school-age children, I’d compare individual schools and nearby suburbs rather than choosing Garfield Heights solely on housing price.
Lower household incomes. Median household income is about $54,593, versus roughly $71,389 for Ohio and $80,734 nationally. The Census reports a poverty rate of about 22%.
Population has declined somewhat. The city’s population estimate fell about 3.4% from the 2020 Census base to 2025. That’s not necessarily a deal-breaker, but it suggests the city has faced some longer-term economic/demographic challenges.
Older housing stock. A lot of the housing is older, which can mean more maintenance—roof, electrical, plumbing, windows, basement moisture, etc. That’s particularly important when a house looks unusually cheap.
Not as polished as some Cleveland suburbs. Compared with places like , or , Garfield Heights generally feels more working-class and urban, with greater variation from one you’re looking at a particular house or area to another.