5 BUILDABLE ACRES IN THE HEART OF MENTOR. Rarely does an opportunity of this scale present itself in such a premier location. Nestled in a private flag lot off Johnnycake Ridge Road, this exceptional 5-acre parcel combines peaceful seclusion with unbeatable convenience. Gas, city water, and electric are at the site and ready for connection, offering a seamless start for your custom build. Whether you are a custom home builder looking for your next project or a buyer ready to design a private estate, this property delivers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the tranquility of sprawling acreage surrounded by nature, while remaining just minutes away from Mentor's top-tier shopping, dining, and effortless highway access. Located within the highly sought-after Mentor School District, this property places you in one of Northeast Ohio's most desirable communities. Acreage of this size and caliber in the heart of Mentor is exceptionally rare. Claim your private retreat and bring your architectural vision to life.
Vacant landProperty Type
5.07 acresLot Size
$54,241Price/Acres
Listed by Cooper Alan• HomeSmart Real Estate Momentum LLC
SECLUDED 5 acre lot in South Mentor with a myriad of possibilities. A balanced combination of open spaces and heavy woods. A fabulous place to build a very private "dream home" or perhaps a subdivision. (Adjacent owner says he would be willing to sell to a builder. ) The current home is in poor condition but could be renovated. Meanwhile, it supports a mortgage loan without having to pay cash for land only. Per Mentor City zoning code 1157.08, up to 5 horses are allowable on this property. Wonderful opportunity for a private retreat or cluster home community. Per Mentor City code 1158, this property meets requirements for a PUD. Call agent for more details
MLSNOW #4332547
Aug 31, 2022
Sold
$205,000
Aug 21, 2022
Pending
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May 27, 2022
Price Changed
$250,000
Nov 29, 2021
Relisted
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Nov 11, 2021
Listed
$270,000
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VERY SECLUDED South Mentor property with a myriad of possibilities. A balanced combination of open spaces and heavy woods. It's a fabulous place to build a very private "dream home" or perhaps a subdivision. (Adjacent owner says he would be willing to sell to a builder. ) The current home is in poor condition but could be renovated. Per Mentor City zoning code 1157.08, up to 5 horses are allowable on this property. Per Mentor City zoning code 1157.08, up to 5 horses are allowable on this property. Wonderful opportunity for a private retreat or cluster homes. Per Mentor City code 1158, this property meets requirements for a PUD. Call agent for more details.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$921 (−2.2%)
$23,070
2024
$942 (−51.7%)
$23,070
2023
$1,951 (−34.2%)
$40,090
2022
$2,967 (−30.0%)
$40,090 + $20,310
$60,400
2021
$4,240 (+11.9%)
$40,090 + $58,030
$98,120
2020
$3,789 (+206.3%)
$32,070 + $46,430
$78,500
2019
$1,237 (+164.4%)
$32,070 + $46,430
$78,500
2018
$468 (−85.9%)
$32,070 + $46,430
$78,500
2017
$3,325 (+0.7%)
$31,360 + $35,620
$66,980
2016
$3,301 (+20.3%)
$31,360 + $35,620
$66,980
2014
$2,745
$31,360 + $29,680
$61,040
2013
$2,745
$31,360 + $29,680
$61,040
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Lake County
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mentor, OH • 44060
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 9547 Johnnycake Ridge Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $275,000 and $500,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $275K to $500K.