181 Sunset Rd, Avon Lake, OH, 44012
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4 -bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape Cod located less than 2 blocks from Lake Erie with private lake access. Enjoy the convenience of nearby Sunset Park, featuring playgrounds, walking trails, and green space. The home features a first-floor primary suite with an updated bathroom and stunning walk-in tile shower, an updated kitchen, and multiple spaces to relax and entertain, including a 3-Season Room and awning covered back patio. Outside, you will find a private backyard with mature landscaping, a paver garden path, storage shed, and a historic tree likely dated to the George Washington Era. Additional highlights include a detached heated garage with 220-volt service, an additional 220-volt service at the covered patio for future amenities (hot tub), and a whole-house Generac Natural Gas Generator for added piece of mind. This is rare opportunity to enjoy private lake access, modern conveniences, and the charm of one of Avon Lake's oldest and most historic lakefront neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
- Construction materials: Asphalt,Glass,Concrete,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,Freezer,Disposal,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry Tub,Sink
Bathroom
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bedroom
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Bedroom
- Features: Bidet,Window Treatments
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Entry Foyer
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 14
Features
- Bidet,Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,Eat-in Kitchen,High Ceilings,Kitchen Island,Laminate Counters,Primary Downstairs,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Blinds,Double Pane Windows,Screens,Window Treatments
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,918
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Hot Water,Steam
- Cooling features: Central Air,Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,918
- Total interior livable area: 1,918 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Living Room
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Primary Bathroom
- Features: Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 20
Primary Bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Sunroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 14
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0400019123021
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community
- Patio & porch: Awning(s),Rear Porch,Covered,Enclosed,Front Porch,Glass Enclosed,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s),Private Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front,Lake Privileges
- Frontage type: Lakefront
Lot
- Lot size: 7,840 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Lake Erie Front,Lake Front,Landscaped,Private
- Lot size dimensions: 70 x 117
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking,Asphalt,Drain,Driveway,Detached,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Gravel,Heated Garage,Private
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Ohio Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,718 | $20,616 |
| Home Insurance * | $102 | $1,224 |
| Property Taxes | $388 | $4,656 |
| Electricity | $205 | $2,468 |
| Total | $2,413 | $28,956 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Ohio FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $339,900 |
| 2026-07-18 | Pending sale | $339,900 |
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $339,900 |
| 2017-06-23 | Sold | $175,000 |
| 2017-05-10 | Pending sale | $179,000 |
| 2017-05-04 | Listed for sale | $179,000 |
| 1997-01-10 | Sold | $95,000 |
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