Highly desirable neighborhood and a complete rehab on this ranch home. This 3 Bedroom 1 bath ranch has been remodeled with all new walls including new wall framing, new drywall. new appliances, paint, flooring electric and plumbing. There is a large back yard with plenty of room for family gatherings. Don't miss out on a chance to live in this coveted neighborhood close to a park, school, and all the attractions of downtown Lancaster.
NEAR SCHOOLS, SHOPPING & HOSPITAL. NEWER CARPET IN FAMILY ROOM. STOVE, DISHWASHER, WASHER-DRYER STAY. ROOF CAN BE REPLACED PRIOR TO CLOSING. TAKE POSSESSION DAY OF CLOSING. NEEDS TLC. EASY TO SHOW & SELL!!
Public Records
Aug 17, 1989
Sold
$47,826
$43/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 1987
Sold
$43,400
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,084 (+24.8%)
$13,440 + $46,288
$59,728
2024
$1,670 (+28.3%)
$13,440 + $46,288
$59,728
2023
$1,302 (−1.5%)
$10,710 + $34,248
$44,958
2022
$1,322 (+35.8%)
$10,710 + $34,248
$44,958
2021
$974 (−0.5%)
$10,710 + $34,250
$44,960
2020
$979 (+10.4%)
$8,930 + $24,800
$33,730
2019
$887 (+17.8%)
$8,930 + $24,800
$33,730
2018
$753
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2017
$754 (+2.8%)
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2016
$733 (+6.7%)
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2014
$687
$8,930 + $19,050
$27,980
Tax history for 981 James Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,084 (+24.8%)
$13,440 + $46,288
$59,728
2024
$1,670 (+28.3%)
$13,440 + $46,288
$59,728
2023
$1,302 (−1.5%)
$10,710 + $34,248
$44,958
2022
$1,322 (+35.8%)
$10,710 + $34,248
$44,958
2021
$974 (−0.5%)
$10,710 + $34,250
$44,960
2020
$979 (+10.4%)
$8,930 + $24,800
$33,730
2019
$887 (+17.8%)
$8,930 + $24,800
$33,730
2018
$753
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2017
$754 (+2.8%)
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2016
$733 (+6.7%)
$8,930 + $19,970
$28,900
2014
$687
$8,930 + $19,050
$27,980
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
7,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,116
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
0534098600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Living Area: 1116.0
Flooring: Carpet
Interior Features: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Exterior
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Information
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1957
Building Area Total: 1116.0
Building Area Source: Realist
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Square Feet: 7405.2
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,302
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School District: LANCASTER CSD 2305 FAI CO.
Location Information
Township: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,116
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Fairfield County
APN: 0534098600
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Other
Information For Agents
Concessions Comments: 4000 in closing costs
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Medill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Thomas Ewing Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
Lancaster High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Lancaster, OH • 43130
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$225,000 – $272,000
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