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1255 Fox Hill Dr, Gates Mills, OH, 44040

4beds
5baths
5,779sqft
$950,000
$164price/sqft
$7,395/moest. monthly cost
$295,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this elegant luxury colonial set on an expansive 5+acre private wooded lot in the heart of Gates Mills. Offering 4,356 square feet of beautifully designed living space, this exceptional home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, combining timeless architecture with modern comforts. A dramatic open foyer welcomes you into the home, leading to a stunning family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights that flood the space with natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace ideal for cozy gatherings. The thoughtfully designed layout offers effortless flow for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious gourmet kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, a large center island, and all appliances included, making it a true hub of the home. The adjacent formal dining room showcases a beautiful tray ceiling, creating an elegant setting for hosting family and guests. Additional highlights include a newer roof (replaced within the last 5 years), exterior professionally painted in 2025, a 3-car attached garage, and a full unfinished basement offering endless potential for future customization. Step outside to an enormous wraparound deck spanning the entire back of the home, providing peaceful wooded views and the perfect backdrop for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. Conveniently located near freeway access, shopping, and parks, this property offers the rare combination of privacy, space, and accessibility an outstanding opportunity to own a premier home in one of Northeast Ohio's most desirable communities.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
1
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
8/10
Mayfield Middle SchoolGrades 6-102.1 mi
8/10
Mayfield High SchoolGrades 8-123.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1987

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
  • Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Oven,Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Humidifier,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished

Bathroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Bonus Room

  • Level: Second

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Eat In Kitchen

  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Wet Bar,Built-in Features,Tray Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,Primary Downstairs,Central Vacuum
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,423
  • Finished area above ground: 4,356

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Gas,Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,779
  • Total interior livable area: 5,779 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Laundry

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: First

Primary Bathroom

  • Level: First

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 84230004

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 5.03 Acres
  • Features: Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached,Circular Driveway,Electricity,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

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

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Tornado
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Ohio Counties

Flood
Tornado

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,803$57,636
Home Insurance *$477$5,724
Property Taxes $1,496$17,952
Electricity $619$7,437
Total$7,395$88,740
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$253,542/yr
40% on housing$221,850/yr
45% on housing$197,200/yr

Ohio FAIR Plan Programs

Ohio FAIR Plan Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 13,942Commercial: 466
Total Premiums$18.03M
Total Exposure$5.92B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.3%
7.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.9%
5.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.7%
-0.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$164This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 44040$265
Cuyahoga County$124

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 44040$237
Cuyahoga County$144

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-09Listed for sale$1,075,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJoseph J Seifert
BrokerageRE/MAX Results

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