171 E State St, Athens, OH, 45701
About This Home
Old-world charm, quality craftsmanship, unbeatable location.. Step into timeless elegance in this stunning 1924 brick Georgian home, truly one of those "they don't make them like they used to" properties-rich with character, charm, and beautifully preserved original details. Ideally located close to East Elementary School and a short walk to Ohio University, this home offers both historic appeal and convenience.The main level welcomes you with grand hallways, formal living and dining, a large kitchen, light-filled sunroom, beautiful office, half bath and a 3 season porch. Thoughtful touches like crown molding, tall baseboards, stained glass and two decorative fireplaces highlight the home's classic craftsmanship. Upstairs, you'll find 4 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full baths plus laundry.The third-floor attic is beautifully renovated into a spacious guest retreat and family area, complete with a 5th bedroom and full bath. The walkout basement adds more functionality with a 2nd kitchen and laundry, wine cellar and storage, along with a garage. Newer roof and bright, welcoming living spaces throughout make this home ideal for making memories in a prime location close to everything Athens has to offer!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle,Flat
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Single Family,Resale Home,HOA-No,SF-Site Built
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater,Oven/Range- Gas,Dryer,Microhood
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Granite Counters,Sump Pump
- Window features: Skylight(s),Windows- Single Pane
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Fireplace features: Decorative
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiator,Forced Air-Gas,Boiler
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,283
- Total interior livable area: 5,283 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: A027150001500, A0271
- Zoning description: Residential: R-1
Features
- Levels: 3 story + basement
- Patio & porch: Patio,Screened
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters,Lighting
Lot
- Lot size: 9,583 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 65 x 150
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener
- 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
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
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 | $2,022 | $24,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $216 | $2,592 |
| Property Taxes | $386 | $4,632 |
| Electricity | $566 | $6,799 |
| Total | $3,190 | $38,280 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Ohio FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Price change | $450,000 |
| 2026-04-29 | Price change | $499,000 |
| 2026-04-22 | Price change | $539,000 |
| 2026-04-13 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
| 2026-04-06 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2026-03-10 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2023-04-28 | Sold | $419,000 |
| 2023-03-31 | Contingent | $424,900 |
| 2022-09-13 | Listed for sale | $424,900 |
| 2022-09-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-05-26 | Listed for sale | $424,900 |
| 2022-05-23 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-05-02 | Price change | $399,900 |
| 2022-03-22 | Listed for sale | $424,900 |
| 2021-10-13 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-07-15 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2003-06-23 | Sold | $235,000 |
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