Located in the highly desirable Sussex neighborhood of Shaker Heights, this gracious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and exceptional walkability to the vibrant Van Aken District with its restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, and rapid transit access. Step into a spacious living room filled with natural light featuring hardwood floors, crown molding, charming built-ins, a bay window, and a cozy woodburning fireplace that flows seamlessly into the large dining room with additional built-ins, creating an ideal layout for entertaining. A tucked-away home office provides privacy for remote work or study. The completely remodeled kitchen (2022) features matte granite countertops, easy-maintenance ceramic tile flooring, breakfast bar seating, abundant cabinetry, and bright finishes. A direct gas hookup for grilling adds convenience for outdoor entertaining. The inviting three-season room with new LVP flooring (2026) offers additional gathering space and peaceful views of established grapevines. A stylish first-floor powder room completes the main level. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms with hardwood flooring and a remodeled full bath (2024). The finished third-floor suite serves as a spacious fourth bedroom with its own full bath, clawfoot tub, and cedar closet. The partially finished basement adds even more living space with an additional woodburning fireplace, new flooring (2025), professionally sealed walls, industrial dehumidifier (2025), and Aprilaire system. Major improvements include whole-house windows (2025), furnace (2023), front door (2021), central air (2017), garage door (2016), and slate roof maintenance/updates (2026). Blending classic Shaker Heights charm with modern functionality, this move-in ready home offers exceptional walkability, character, and gathering spaces just moments from the heart of Van Aken.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,863 sq ftLot Size
$205Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Brandon• Russell Real Estate Services
Est. $2,171 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3655 Traver Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSNOW #5208165
Jul 15, 2026
Sold
$365,000
$205/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Pending
—
May 7, 2026
Listed
$379,900
$214/sq ft
MLSNOW #3310167
May 30, 2013
Sold
$179,000
$101/sq ft
Apr 12, 2012
Listed
$190,000
$107/sq ft
+18
A real gem, this stone and brick Georgian colonial is a beauty! Gleaming hardwood floors, a freshly updated interior, and beautifully landscaped grounds are highlights. Gracious formal living and dining room, a 1st floor library, charming screened porch, and updated gourmet kitchen with granite counters and a breakfast room with built-in banquette. 3 spacious bedrooms on 2nd with updated bath and a fabulous 3rd floor suite with full bath. Gorgeous lower level family room with fireplace, Beautifully decorated, exceptionally maintained, and POS compliant, this is a special home!
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Book Cases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Soaking Tub
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Slate
Construction Details: Brick, Stone
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Garage(s), Storage
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1346
Lot Size Acres: 0.1346
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Landscaped, Many Trees, Wooded
Property Information
Has View
Below Grade Finished Area: 264
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,777
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,700.79
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Humidity Control
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Common Grounds/Area, Medical Service, Restaurant, Shopping, Suburban, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,777
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,865 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Cuyahoga County
APN: 73628003
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lomond Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Shaker Heights Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Shaker Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Shaker Heights, OH • 44122
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Shaker Heights. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$383,000 – $464,000
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