Affordable country living. Great location surrounded by fields to the east and west but only 5 minutes from Eaton and 15 minutes from Richmond. Nicely updated 4 bed 1 bath brick ranch on a 1 acre lot in the country. Garage was converted into a huge master bedroom that gives this home the much desired split floor plan. The garage can be converted back if need be. New well and pump 5 years ago. The front roof was replaced 2 years ago with new dimensional shingles. Nice open kitchen with refrigerator and stove staying and family room. Fully fenced back yard that comes with a swing set! 2 electric fireplaces stay as well as the portable a/c that makes the kitchen living room and family room comfortable on those hot summer days.
Sold as is in its current condition. Please rely on your own inspections. This property is eligible under the Freddie Mac First Look Initiative through 12/12/12. WITH IN FIRST 15 DAYS OF BEING IN THE MLS BUYER WILL NEED TO SIGN AFFIDAVIT OF OWNER-OCCUPANCY. SELLER MAY PAY UP TO 3% BUYERS CLOSING COST. Closing cost do not apply to cash buyers or investors buyers. Seller may provide a credit up to $500 if buyer wants to purchase a home warranty of their choice. This only applies to owner occupied buyers. This home features 1335 square foot of living space per county auditor located on 1 acre. Recent updates include a new well, new flooring through out, freshly painted, new water heater, new stove and new microwave. Priced to sell. Dont let this one pass you by.
Cincy MLS #1336517
Mar 4, 2013
Sold
$63,250
$35/sq ft
Nov 26, 2012
Listed
$64,900
$36/sq ft
Sold As-Is in current conditon. 1st look thru 12/12. W/in 1st 15 days buyer will need to sign owner-occupant affidavit. Seller may pay up to 3% closing costs (NA to cash or investor buyers). Seller may credit up to $500 for home warranty.
Public Records
Apr 1, 1996
Sold
$77,500
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 1990
Sold
$58,900
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,128 (+1.1%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2024
$2,104 (−14.4%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2023
$2,457 (+28.1%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2022
$1,918 (−4.7%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2021
$2,011 (+3.8%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2020
$1,937 (+17.1%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2019
$1,655 (−3.0%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2018
$1,705 (+6.2%)
$6,480 + $30,520
$37,000
2017
$1,605 (+15.7%)
$6,475 + $30,520
$36,995
2016
$1,387 (+4.1%)
$6,475 + $30,520
$36,995
2014
$1,332
$6,300 + $25,970
$32,270
Tax history for 1242 Surface Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,128 (+1.1%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2024
$2,104 (−14.4%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2023
$2,457 (+28.1%)
$8,470 + $50,860
$59,330
2022
$1,918 (−4.7%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2021
$2,011 (+3.8%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2020
$1,937 (+17.1%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2019
$1,655 (−3.0%)
$7,390 + $36,510
$43,900
2018
$1,705 (+6.2%)
$6,480 + $30,520
$37,000
2017
$1,605 (+15.7%)
$6,475 + $30,520
$36,995
2016
$1,387 (+4.1%)
$6,475 + $30,520
$36,995
2014
$1,332
$6,300 + $25,970
$32,270
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,815
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Preble County
APN
L39821630200009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Electric
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Interior Features
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Construction Details: Brick
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 43,560
Lot Size Acres: 1
Lot Size Dimensions: 1 acre
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Description: Residential
Property Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Financial
Lease Information
Sale Or Lease Indicator: For Sale
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Septic Available, Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,815
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Preble County
APN: L39821630200009000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Hollingsworth East Elementary School
Public K-2 • Assigned • 3.5mi
Eaton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
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Eaton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Eaton, OH • 45320
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Estimated sale price
$210,000 – $254,000
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