Historic home right in the heart of Newark! This is the perfect opportunity to claim a piece of local history and make it your own. There's just over 3000 square feet including 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Significant improvements have already been done, including new electrical & insulation and partial bath refinishing. This beautiful property retains many of the original features and finishes including hardwood floors, molding, fireplaces, and exterior stonework. Significant finishing is still needed; bring your vision.
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$85Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kelly & Company Parker• Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
•740-334-9777 (agent)
•kelly@kellyparkerhome.com (agent)
•740-334-9777 (broker)
•kellyparker@howardhanna.com (broker)
Bought with Kelly & Company Parker• Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
Est. $1,919 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 553 Mount Vernon Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CBRMLS #226030774
Sep 22, 2026
Sold
$260,000
$85/sq ft
Aug 13, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 13, 2026
Listed
$250,000
$82/sq ft
CBRMLS #217031891
Jan 26, 2018
Sold
$195,000
$64/sq ft
Dec 1, 2017
Contingent
—
Nov 1, 2017
Price Changed
$209,000
$68/sq ft
Aug 29, 2017
Listed
$224,900
$74/sq ft
+18
Greet your guests from the distinctive arched front porch and welcome them into the inviting formal foyer showcasing a quality-built staircase of this 1860's home. High ceilings and crown moldings add to it's yester-year's charm of this home. There are six fireplaces - two of which are wood-burning. Large formal dining and living rooms - ideal for entertaining. The mirror over the dining room fireplace is original to the home and the green floor tile in the basement were subway tiles brought from New York City at the turn of the century. The private yard features a 20 x 40 with a 10 foot depth swimming pool (needs new liner) and shade trees. Side porch is partially screened to enjoy your afternoon tea - additional screens in the garage. Storm safe room in basement. Electronic dog fencing.
Public Records
Dec 19, 2008
Sold
$205,000
$67/sq ft
CBRMLS #9833294
May 6, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Nov 8, 1998
Listed
$169,900
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 23, 1996
Sold
$136,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,383 (−5.6%)
$18,795 + $81,375
$100,170
2024
$3,582 (+0.2%)
$18,795 + $81,375
$100,170
2023
$3,575 (−6.9%)
$18,795 + $81,375
$100,170
2022
$3,838 (−4.7%)
$16,345 + $79,555
$95,900
2021
$4,026 (−2.3%)
$16,345 + $79,555
$95,900
2020
$4,122 (+21.4%)
$16,345 + $79,555
$95,900
2019
$3,396
$12,565 + $63,630
$76,195
2018
$3,399 (+4.2%)
$12,565 + $63,630
$76,195
2017
$3,261 (+26.6%)
$12,565 + $63,630
$76,195
2016
$2,575 (−53.7%)
$10,745 + $46,025
$56,770
2014
$5,565
$10,745 + $46,025
$56,770
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
3,058
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Licking County
APN
054-264852-00.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
RH
High Density Single-Family Residence Districts
The purpose of these residential districts is to provide an area solely for single-family residential uses with suburban, low, medium, or high density.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Interior Features
Living Area: 3058.0
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplace Features: Four or More, Decorative
Basement: Walk-Out Access, Partial
Has Basement
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Foundation Details: Poured
Property Information
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1860
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Levels: Two
Building Area Total: 3058.0
Building Area Source: Realist
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.4
Lot Size Square Feet: 17424.0
Lot Size Acres: 0.4
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,675
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School District: NEWARK CSD 4507 LIC CO.
Location Information
Township: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,058
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Licking County
APN: 054-264852-00.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John Clem Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Liberty Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
Newark High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
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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, 18 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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Historical weather
Newark, OH • 43055
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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27
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Newark. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$256,000 – $310,000
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