Escape to the quiet in this modernized log home perfect for a weekend retreat or permanent lifestyle. On the main level you will find a beautiful kitchen with appliances, fireplace, eat-in dining area and bonus mud room. Guest bathroom and laundry with washer/dryer remaining. The large living room hosts another fireplace, adjacent to the screened-in porch. Upstairs hosts the primary bedroom with brand new bathroom - complete with a soaking tub, shower and large vanity. And the best part? The 2 car detached garage has a finished game room for entertaining. Located on almost 2 acres, this property borders the Lake Katharine State Nature Preserve, with 2,019-acres centered around a clear-water lake surrounded by sandstone cliffs and deep ravines. This preserve features over 7 miles of hiking trails, including the Pine Ridge Trail (2 miles) and the Salt Creek Long Loop (1.1 miles). Don't miss your chance to own this unique property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
1.97 acresLot Size
$188Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kelly Wiley• Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs
•740-988-6236 (agent)
•kellywiley@kw.com (agent)
•614-888-1000 (broker)
•jillfergus@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Kelly Wiley• Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs
Est. $2,323 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2261 Valley Chapel Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SVAR #200401
Apr 10, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 30, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$269,900
$188/sq ft
CBRMLS #226009121
May 8, 2026
Sold
$269,900
$188/sq ft
Apr 9, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$269,900
$188/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 2020
Sold
$175,000
$122/sq ft
SVAR #184598
Oct 23, 2020
Sold
$170,000
$119/sq ft
Jul 31, 2020
Listed
$189,900
$132/sq ft
Can you hear the peaceful sound of rain hitting the metal roof of this beautiful log home on almost 2 acres? This log cabin has been modernized with a new kitchen and bathroom but has the true feeling of living in a log home in the woods. Bonus mud room and screened-in porch with room to add on if desired. Large detached 2 car garage with finished space above for a man's cave or extra room.
SVAR #178664
Aug 10, 2017
Sold
$158,000
$110/sq ft
Jun 8, 2017
Listed
$169,900
$118/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 11, 2013
Sold
$130,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 2012
Sold
$127,500
$89/sq ft
CBRMLS #211025193
Dec 13, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 2011
Listed
$144,000
$100/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 18, 2011
Sold
$125,000
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 11, 2004
Sold
$80,000
$56/sq ft
Public Records
May 9, 2000
Sold
$35,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,644 (−0.3%)
$7,360 + $37,180
$44,540
2024
$1,649 (+1.2%)
$7,360 + $37,180
$44,540
2022
$1,630 (+0.5%)
$7,360 + $37,180
$44,540
2021
$1,621 (+29.7%)
$6,540 + $33,700
$40,240
2020
$1,250 (+22.7%)
$6,540 + $33,700
$40,240
2019
$1,019 (+3.8%)
$6,540 + $33,700
$40,240
2018
$982 (−21.9%)
$5,690 + $28,230
$33,920
2017
$1,257 (+20.6%)
$5,690 + $28,230
$33,920
2016
$1,042 (−0.6%)
$5,770 + $22,040
$27,810
2015
$1,048
$5,770 + $22,040
$27,810
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.97 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,434
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
G110040007501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Living Area: 1434.0
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Two, Gas Log
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Other
Property Information
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1977
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Other Structures: Shed(s), Outbuilding
Levels: One and One Half
Building Area Total: 1434.0
Building Area Source: Realist
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.97
Lot Size Square Feet: 85813.2
Lot Size Acres: 1.97
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,644
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School District: JACKSON CSD 4001 JAC CO.
Location Information
Township: Liberty
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,434
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: G110040007501
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Jackson Westview Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
7/10
Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
4/10
Jackson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Jackson, OH • 45640
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.