Stunning Historic Riverfront Retreat perfect for Nature Lovers! Full of local history, the former home to Toledo Blade owner and scientist Paul Block, sits on 2 acres filled with specimen trees and perennial gardens with 282 ft of Deep Water frontage including a 40 ft floating dock. This idyllic setting boasts 3 gated entries, a wrap around cedar deck, cedar shake roof, rebuilt seawall, extra lot, gardener's shed with all utilities, attached herb greenhouse, Wine cellar, gourmet granite kitchen with entertainment emphasis including stainless chef's appliances. Call today!
THE FORMER PAUL BLOCK HOME. SITUATED ON 1.7 ACRES OF PRIME RIVER FRONT JUST WEST OF TOLEDO COUNTRY CLUB. MAGNIFICENT GROUNDS WHICH INCLUDE A WOODED LOT, UPDATED LANDSCAPING, 2 DRIVEWAYS, A GARDENERS SHED AND ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST TYPE DESIGN. MANY UPDATES AS WELL AS TOTAL RE- BUILD OF THE SEAWALL. ALSO HAS LOT SPLIT CAPABILITIES.
NORIS #6054696
Oct 14, 2025
Price Changed
$775,000
$174/sq ft
Sep 4, 2020
Sold
$775,000
$174/sq ft
Aug 7, 2020
Price Changed
$799,000
$179/sq ft
Jun 1, 2020
Listed
$799,000
$179/sq ft
NORIS #5100518
Oct 13, 2025
Price Changed
$729,000
$164/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Sold
$729,000
$164/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Price Changed
$739,000
$166/sq ft
Mar 15, 2016
Listed
$739,000
$166/sq ft
+15
"What a View". 1.7 acres of deep water frontage on the Maumee River. Unique floor plan w/many updates including gourmet kitchen, 1st floor master w/dual baths, security system, wine cellar, private property gates, landscaping & gardens. Wet bar w/wine cooler. Cedar, wraparound deck, great for entertaining! Seawall, gardner's shed w/all utilities, 282 feet of river frontage. 25' floating dock.
Public Records
Oct 11, 2016
Sold
$729,000
$164/sq ft
NORIS #5086821
Nov 12, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2015
Listed
$895,000
$201/sq ft
NORIS #5073646
Jan 16, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 10, 2014
Listed
$895,000
$201/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 18, 2007
Sold
$805,000
$181/sq ft
NORIS #4608143
Apr 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 2007
Listed
$985,000
$221/sq ft
NORIS #4570938
Nov 1, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2005
Listed
$1,300,000
$292/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 1990
Sold
$475,000
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,685 (+1.0%)
$82,915 + $208,775
$291,690
2024
$17,507 (−0.7%)
$82,915 + $208,775
$291,690
2023
$17,625 (+3.9%)
$76,930 + $205,835
$282,765
2022
$16,960 (−2.5%)
$76,930 + $194,320
$271,250
2021
$17,401 (+15.2%)
$76,930 + $194,320
$271,250
2019
$15,111 (−0.3%)
$62,825 + $150,360
$213,185
2018
$15,153 (+1.1%)
$62,825 + $150,360
$213,185
2017
$14,985 (+0.5%)
$68,425 + $130,970
$199,395
2016
$14,916 (+12.3%)
$68,425 + $130,970
$199,395
2013
$13,284
$68,430 + $130,970
$199,400
Tax history for 4059 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,685 (+1.0%)
$82,915 + $208,775
$291,690
2024
$17,507 (−0.7%)
$82,915 + $208,775
$291,690
2023
$17,625 (+3.9%)
$76,930 + $205,835
$282,765
2022
$16,960 (−2.5%)
$76,930 + $194,320
$271,250
2021
$17,401 (+15.2%)
$76,930 + $194,320
$271,250
2019
$15,111 (−0.3%)
$62,825 + $150,360
$213,185
2018
$15,153 (+1.1%)
$62,825 + $150,360
$213,185
2017
$14,985 (+0.5%)
$68,425 + $130,970
$199,395
2016
$14,916 (+12.3%)
$68,425 + $130,970
$199,395
2013
$13,284
$68,430 + $130,970
$199,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
282 ft.
Lot depth
266 ft.
Lot size
1.72 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,414
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lucas County
APN
0321154
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RS9
-MRO
Single-Dwelling Residential District-9,000 sq ft
The RS, Single-Dwelling Districts are primarily intended to accommodate the development of single dwelling units on individual lots. The districts are intended to create, maintain and promote housing opportunities for individual households, although they do permit nonresidential uses that are typically compatible with residential neighborhoods. A range of RS Districts is established in order to accommodate a variety of lot sizes and to reflect the diversity of the City's residential neighborhoods.
Zone overlays
Maumee Riverfront Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5
Room Information 1
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 30
Room Width: 15
Room Information 2
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 15
Room Information 3
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 12
Room Information 4
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Level: Upper
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 12
Room Information 5
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room Level: Lower
Room Length: 16
Room Width: 13
Room Information 6
Room Type: Den
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 15
Room Width: 11
Room Information 7
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 17
Room Width: 17
Room Information 8
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 10
Room Information 9
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 19
Room Width: 17
Room Features: Kitchen Island
Room Information 10
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room Length: 29
Room Width: 19
Room Features: Fireplace
Room Information 11
Room Type: Other
Room Level: Upper
Room Length: 10
Room Width: 10
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement: Partial
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Grate
Interior Features
Rooms Total: 12
Interior Features: Primary Bathroom, Separate Shower
Window Features: Screens
Door Features: Door Screen(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Gas Range Connection
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Roof: Wood
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Shingle Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 4,452
Living Area Source: Estimated
Stories Total: 2
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.72
Lot Size Square Feet: 74,923
Lot Features: Wooded
Additional Parcels YN: Yes
Waterfront Features: River
Waterfront: Yes
Zoning: RES
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
Has Cooling
Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air, Whole House Fan
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Storm Sewer, Sanitary Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Beverly
High School: Bowsher
High School District: Toledo
Location Information
County Or Parish: Lucas
Directions: West of Toledo Country Club where River Road intersects Copland.
Unparsed Address: 4059 River Road, Toledo, OH 43614
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,414
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: —
County: Lucas County
APN: 0321154
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 95
Around this home
Schools
Beverly Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Bowsher High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
2/10
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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, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.02M – $1.24M
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