Welcome to this beautifully maintained University Heights Colonial that seamlessly blends timeless character with modern updates. Offering nearly 2,200 square feet of finished living space, this inviting home features three bedrooms, one full and one half bath, and a bright, painted interior in today's decor. The spacious living and dining rooms showcase classic charm, while new luxury vinyl flooring (2025) and refinished hardwood floors on the second level add warmth and style throughout. The updated kitchen is highlighted by quartz countertops, and range (2025), with both an eat-in area and formal dining room providing ideal spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Significant improvements include a new furnace, central air, and water heater (2023), all-new water lines (2022), updated bathrooms, replacement windows, a new front entry and screen door, and rebuilt front steps. A fabulous enclosed rear porch overlooks the generous in size backyard, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or gathering with friends and family. The partially finished lower level adds valuable flex space with room for recreation, exercise, hobbies, and storage. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, Whole Foods, University Circle. hospitals and more. This move-in-ready home offers exceptional value, comfort, and charm. Home warranty included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$177Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Susan Loparo• RE/MAX Crossroads Properties
Charming and Thoughtfully Updated University Heights Colonial! Welcome to 4030 Silsby Rd—cute as a button and ready for new owners! This charming, updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers nearly 2,200 square feet of finished living space and a wonderful blend of 1939 character with fresh, modern updates. Step inside and enjoy the bright, welcoming interior, freshly painted in June 2025, with LTV in the living room, dining room, and kitchen (new 2025), refinished hardwood floors on the second floor (Fall 2021) that highlight the home’s warmth and style. Recent major mechanical upgrades include a new furnace, AC, and water heater (Fall 2023), plus all-new water lines (Spring 2022). The kitchen shines with quartz countertops, sink, faucet, and a never-used stove (all June 2025), and flows easily into both the eat-in area and a formal dining room with built-in glass shelving. Both bathrooms have been stylishly updated, including a full bath remodel in Spring 2022. Ceiling fans were added upstairs (Summer 2021) for extra comfort, and two upstairs bedroom windows were replaced in Summer 2022. The front entry and screen door were replaced in October 2024, and the rebuilt front steps (June 2025) welcome you with curb appeal and stability. A charming, enclosed porch off the back leads to a spacious backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The partially finished basement (refreshed February 2024) offers extra living space and versatility, including a dedicated exercise area with rubberized flooring and custom-built shelving for storage. Located near shops, restaurants, and JCU, this home is bright, cheerful, and updated! Hurry for this one!
MLSNOW #4259744
Apr 14, 2021
Sold
$150,500
$100/sq ft
Mar 13, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 6, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2021
Listed
$139,900
$93/sq ft
+30
This classic University Heights colonial home awaits the next lucky owner. It is a charming, well-maintained home that has been family owned for over 20 years. There are many features, including the open first floor plan, eat-in kitchen and loads of natural light. There is a half bath on the main level. The delightful sun room off of the dining room offers a peaceful setting, fresh, neutral paint and carpet AND sliding doors to the backyard. Traditional architecture, hardwood floors and ceramic tile are key ingredients that make this house special. There are some newer windows, glass block and valuable recreation space in the lower level. The 2nd level offers 3 bedrooms, nice sized closets, storage and a full bath. The 3rd bedroom offers walk up access to the unfinished attic space, which currently serves as storage. The next owner may have vision to make this a bonus room for office, study, craft or play space. All this, and more, is available including a home warranty offere
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,491 (−2.0%)
$15,890 + $36,790
$52,680
2024
$4,584 (−17.1%)
$15,890 + $36,790
$52,680
2023
$5,527 (+0.5%)
$11,730 + $38,290
$50,020
2022
$5,500 (+22.9%)
$11,730 + $38,290
$50,020
2021
$4,474 (+3.8%)
$11,730 + $38,290
$50,020
2020
$4,310 (+5.7%)
$10,470 + $34,200
$44,670
2019
$4,077
$10,470 + $34,200
$44,670
2018
$4,079 (−2.9%)
$10,470 + $34,200
$44,670
2017
$4,201 (+1.3%)
$9,000 + $34,200
$43,200
2016
$4,147 (+9.7%)
$9,000 + $34,200
$43,200
2015
$3,780 (+2.6%)
$9,000 + $34,200
$43,200
2014
$3,684
$8,820 + $33,530
$42,350
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
163 ft.
Lot size
8,150 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,498
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,498
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cuyahoga County
APN
72102066
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Jun 22, 2023 • Active
Hvac or mechanical
Replace the gas furnace and air conditioning unit.
HVAC
Jun 22, 2023 • Active
Plumbing
Replace the hot water tank in a residential building.
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 96° expected this year, 17 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
University Heights, OH • 44118
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in University Heights. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
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