505 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH, 43512
About This Home
Charming 4-bedroom, 1-bath home on a corner lot in a quiet Defiance neighborhood. This 1915 home offers over 1,500 square feet of living space filled with character and potential. Conveniently located near Defiance College, Diehl Park, and ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital. Enjoy the blend of historic charm, spacious rooms, and a peaceful setting. NEW ROOF JULY 2026, NEW SIDING ON BACK OF HOME, NEW FRESHLY PAINTED FRONT PORCH! Schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood,Linoleum
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Oil
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,586
- Total interior livable area: 1,586 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: B013121002900
Features
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 69X127
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved,Detached Garage,Driveway,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
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 | $733 | $8,796 |
| Home Insurance * | $106 | $1,272 |
| Property Taxes | $131 | $1,572 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,320 |
| Total | $1,163 | $13,956 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Ohio FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | Price change | $145,000 |
| 2026-06-02 | Listed for sale | $150,000 |
| 2001-10-26 | Sold | $50,000 |
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