Dream lot. .. .1.8 acres that backs up to the Olentangy river. Perfect spot to build home with walkout basement. Nice flat back yard to create your outdoor oasis. Drop your canoe or kayak into the river. Tear down this small shack and build your new home. All infrastructure already in place. Owner of lot was going to tear down existing home and build a ranch with walk out basement. Home is gutted and sold as is. Utilities are Delco Water, Septic tank and All electric for heating and cooling.
Jennifer Kessel-White • KW Classic Properties Realty, (614) 451-8500
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Sale history for 4539 Olentangy River Rd
Date
Event
Price
CBRMLS #217020912
Sep 8, 2017
Sold
$149,900
$162/sq ft
Jun 17, 2017
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2017
Listed
$149,900
$162/sq ft
CBRMLS #2218995
Apr 23, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jun 26, 2002
Sold
$113,000
$122/sq ft
May 31, 2002
Listed
$116,500
$126/sq ft
HUGE POTENTIAL IN THIS HOME WITH RIVER FRONTAGE. JUST NEED TO PUT IT BACK TOGETHER. BOTTOM OF BI-LEVEL HAS BEEN GUTTED TOP FLOOR JUST NEEDS UPDATING. 1.8 ACRES OF BEAUTY.
CBRMLS #211040886
Jan 30, 2012
Sold
$69,900
$75/sq ft
Jan 9, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Dec 28, 2011
Listed
$69,900
$75/sq ft
+2
* * * MULTIPLE OFFERS! All highest & best offers must be submitted by 12pm on 01/09/11. * * * Delaware home with view of Olentangy River offering 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Has a fireplace and baseboard heating and sits on 1.81 acres! Will need work! Being sold ''AS-IS''. All buyers must be pre-approved.
Public Records
Jun 26, 2002
Sold
$113,200
$122/sq ft
CBRMLS #9926280
Mar 31, 2000
Sold
$181,000
$195/sq ft
Jan 16, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 1999
Listed
$169,900
$183/sq ft
CBRMLS #9813432
Oct 13, 1998
Listing Removed
—
May 3, 1998
Listed
$179,900
$194/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,736 (+5.2%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2024
$7,352 (−0.4%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2023
$7,381 (+0.3%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2022
$7,359 (−0.6%)
$50,960 + $57,540
$108,500
2021
$7,406 (+26.9%)
$50,960 + $57,540
$108,500
2020
$5,837 (+22.6%)
$50,960 + $34,130
$85,090
2019
$4,759 (+20.1%)
$42,460 + $29,680
$72,140
2018
$3,963 (+1.0%)
$42,460 + $17,330
$59,790
2017
$3,922 (+2.4%)
$42,460 + $17,330
$59,790
2016
$3,831 (+10.3%)
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
2015
$3,474 (−1.4%)
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
2014
$3,522
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
Tax history for 4539 Olentangy River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,736 (+5.2%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2024
$7,352 (−0.4%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2023
$7,381 (+0.3%)
$56,840 + $80,360
$137,200
2022
$7,359 (−0.6%)
$50,960 + $57,540
$108,500
2021
$7,406 (+26.9%)
$50,960 + $57,540
$108,500
2020
$5,837 (+22.6%)
$50,960 + $34,130
$85,090
2019
$4,759 (+20.1%)
$42,460 + $29,680
$72,140
2018
$3,963 (+1.0%)
$42,460 + $17,330
$59,790
2017
$3,922 (+2.4%)
$42,460 + $17,330
$59,790
2016
$3,831 (+10.3%)
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
2015
$3,474 (−1.4%)
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
2014
$3,522
$32,450 + $21,840
$54,290
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.81 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,112
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
419-420-01-079-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
Aug 21, 2027 • Final
Drainage protection
Work on an addition.
Addition
May 30, 2025 • Final
Res flood plain
Construct an addition to a house.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Living Area: 928.0
Window Features: Insulated All
Interior Features: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace(s)
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1971
Building Area Total: 928.0
Lot Information
Lot Features: Riverfront, Stream On Lot
Lot Size Area: 1.81
Lot Size Square Feet: 78843.6
Lot Size Acres: 1.81
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,831
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
High School District: OLENTANGY LSD 2104 DEL CO.
Location Information
Township: Liberty
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,112
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Delaware County
APN: 419-420-01-079-000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Home Warranty YN: Yes
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Liberty Tree Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Hyatts Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Olentangy Berlin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Delaware, OH • 43015
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
2.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$432,000 – $522,000
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