This impeccably maintained home, perched on lush acreage has scenic views in all directions, is located near bike trails, local orchards, wineries and farm stands, the County metroparks along the Vermilion River and Lake Erie, and between the vibrant towns of Vermilion, Amherst and Oberlin! A welcoming south-facing front porch with pastoral views is a perfect place to have your morning coffee or enjoy with your family and friends. The centrally located foyer leads to living areas and office on one side and the kitchen and dining on the other. Floor plan can support creation of a master suite with some modifications if desired! The second floor has four comfortably sized bedrooms and two full baths. Notable updates include: a family room addition with vaulted ceilings and heat-circulating fireplace with sandstone hearth, French doors leading to a spacious deck reinforced for hot tub (2002), remodeled bathrooms (2004), refinished hardwood floors (2008), 2 large barn spaces with cement floors and reinforced outside entryways to support heavy vehicle traffic (2010), a fully remodeled kitchen (2017) with new premium appliances, Anderson windows and Velux skylights, and many more! Other desirables include first floor laundry, a high-efficiency furnace with HEPA filter (2012), a 3-ton Carrier heat pump with a Carrier "Edge" controller (2019), a 2014 roof replacement (Owens Corning Duration, 25-year shingles), a newer A. O. Smith 50-gallon electric water heater (2019), first floor washer and dryer (both 2019), Septic system (passed recently), all with well-maintained extensive records! Gardens include established fruit and flowering trees, shrubs and perennials for year-round beauty, raised vegetable beds, and many more - ask for an itemized list! Move-in ready plus one-year premium home warranty for your peace of mind – schedule your virtual or in-person tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
4.27 acresLot Size
$195Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Pradnya Martz• Keller Williams Citywide
Contact: pradnya.martz@gmail.com, 440-935-8280
Bought with Matthew Lynch• Russell Real Estate Services
This impeccably maintained home, perched on lush acreage has scenic views in all directions, is located near bike trails, local orchards, wineries and farm stands, the County metroparks along the Vermilion River and Lake Erie, and between the vibrant towns of Vermilion, Amherst and Oberlin! Floor plan can support creation of a master suite with some modifications if desired! Numerous updates during extensive remodeling with extensive records - ask for a complete list. Gardens include raised vegetable beds, established fruit and flowering trees, shrubs and perennials for year-round beauty. Move-in ready plus one-year premium home warranty for your peace of mind - schedule your virtual or in-person tour today!
MLSNOW #5115349
Aug 25, 2025
Sold
$453,000
$199/sq ft
Jul 12, 2025
Contingent
—
Jul 3, 2025
Price Changed
$466,000
$204/sq ft
Jun 11, 2025
Price Changed
$474,500
$208/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Listed
$485,000
$213/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1996
Sold
$150,000
$66/sq ft
MLSNOW #726136
Jun 28, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 1995
Listed
$164,900
$72/sq ft
Jul 18, 1995
Sold
$150,000
$66/sq ft
Country Colonial With Large Bedrooms * 2 1/2 Baths * Fam. Rm W/ Woodburner * Barn & Shed On 4.27 Acres W/ Lots Of Fruit Trees!firelands Schools!
MLSNOW #717442
Oct 21, 1995
Listing Removed
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Jun 26, 1995
Listed
$172,900
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,478 (−2.1%)
$24,170 + $81,080
$105,250
2024
$4,574 (+18.9%)
$24,175 + $81,078
$105,253
2023
$3,846 (+3.6%)
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2022
$3,713
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2021
$3,711 (+10.4%)
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2020
$3,362 (+0.7%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2019
$3,338 (−2.4%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2018
$3,420 (+5.8%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2017
$3,234 (−0.8%)
$20,402 + $46,053
$66,455
2016
$3,260 (+3.0%)
$20,402 + $46,053
$66,455
2014
$3,166 (+2.7%)
$19,303 + $43,575
$62,878
2013
$3,082
$19,303 + $43,575
$62,878
Tax history for 11595 Gore Orphanage Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,478 (−2.1%)
$24,170 + $81,080
$105,250
2024
$4,574 (+18.9%)
$24,175 + $81,078
$105,253
2023
$3,846 (+3.6%)
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2022
$3,713
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2021
$3,711 (+10.4%)
$23,118 + $55,762
$78,880
2020
$3,362 (+0.7%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2019
$3,338 (−2.4%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2018
$3,420 (+5.8%)
$19,964 + $48,153
$68,117
2017
$3,234 (−0.8%)
$20,402 + $46,053
$66,455
2016
$3,260 (+3.0%)
$20,402 + $46,053
$66,455
2014
$3,166 (+2.7%)
$19,303 + $43,575
$62,878
2013
$3,082
$19,303 + $43,575
$62,878
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.27 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
2,280
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lorain County
APN
0814002000012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Partially Finished
Laundry Information
Features: In Basement, Laundry Tub, Sink, See Remarks
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Features: Gas, Wood Burning
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer
Interior Features
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Other, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Asphalt, Pitched
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Has Home Warranty
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s)
Green Features
Green Water Conservation: Rain Water Collection
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.27
Lot Size Acres: 4.27
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees
Property Information
Has View
Below Grade Finished Area: 520
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,280
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Updated/Remodeled
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,573
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Gas
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,280
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Lorain County
APN: 0814002000012
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Firelands Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
South Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Firelands High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
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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 97° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal 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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Estimated sale price
$423,000 – $512,000
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