688 S 5th Street, Columbus, OH 43206

$499,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,723 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,742 Status: Active
Current Price: $499,000 List Date: 7/22/2025 Last Modified: 11/22/2025

Description

Charming German Village Gem! Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined brick street, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends historic character with thoughtful modern updates. Step inside to find original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and abundant natural light throughout the main level. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and room for casual dining—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a versatile space ideal for a nursery, office, or guest room. The recently updated full bath includes a jetted tub/shower combo, and a second full bath adds functionality for today's lifestyles. A finished third floor offers bonus space—ideal for a home office, studio, or playroom. Enjoy the seasons in your private, fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. Located just steps from Schiller Park, local restaurants, coffee shops, and all the charm of German Village, this home offers an unmatched blend of history, comfort, and walkability. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of one of Columbus's most sought-after neighborhoods!

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More Information MLS# 225018427

Location & Property Info

List Price/SqFt: 289.61 City (Mailing Addr): Columbus Corp LimitPerAuditor: Columbus New Construction: No

General Property Info

Baths F.H: 2 Manufactured Housing Y/N: No Built Prior to 1978: Yes SqFt Documented: 1723 Documented SqFt Source: Realist ATFLS Source: Realist Lot Size (Side): 41 HOA/COA Y/N: No Comm Dev Chrg: No Bedrooms: 3 Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 Year Built: 1900 SqFt ATFLS: 1723 Acreage: 0.04

Tax Info

Tax Abatement: No Taxes (Yrly): 7393 Parcel #: 010-012346 Tax Year: 2024

Remarks & Misc

Property Description: Charming German Village Gem! Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined brick street, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends historic character with thoughtful modern updates. Step inside to find original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and abundant natural light throughout the main level. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and room for casual dining—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a versatile space ideal for a nursery, office, or guest room. The recently updated full bath includes a jetted tub/shower combo, and a second full bath adds functionality for today's lifestyles. A finished third floor offers bonus space—ideal for a home office, studio, or playroom. Enjoy the seasons in your private, fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. Located just steps from Schiller Park, local restaurants, coffee shops, and all the charm of German Village, this home offers an unmatched blend of history, comfort, and walkability. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of one of Columbus's most sought-after neighborhoods!

Addl Acceptance Cond

None Known: 1

Levels

Three: 1

Common Walls

No Common Walls: 1

Bedroom Level

Beds UP2: 1 Beds UP1: 2

Full Baths Level

Full Baths UP1: 2

Living Room Level

Living R Entry Level: 1

Parking Features

On Street: 1 No Garage: 1

Water Source

Public: 1

Sewer

Public Sewer: 1

Basement

Basement Y/N: Yes

Foundation

Poured: 1

Eating Space Level

Eating S Entry Level: 1

Rooms

LL Laundry: 1

Family Room Level

Family R Entry Level: 1

Auction Info

Auction/Online Bidding Y/N: No

Utility Space Level

Utility Down1: 1

Accessible Features

Accessible Features - Form Required: No

Fencing

Fenced: 1

MLS Primary PhotoSrc

Realtor Provided: 1

Accessory Dwelling Unit

Existing Accessory Dwelling Unit: No

Green Features

Green Features Y/N - Form Required: No

Location Property Info

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Original List Price: 550000 List Price: $499,000 Street #: 688 Street PreDirection: S Street Name: 5th Street Suffix: Street County: Franklin State: OH Zip Code: 43206 School District: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO. Township: None Subdiv/Cmplx/Comm: German Village

OfficeContract Info

Status: Active MLS Entry Date: 2025-05-26

Property Features

Levels: Three Common Walls: No Common Walls Addl Acceptance Cond: None Known Parking Features: On Street; No Garage Foundation: Poured Rooms: LL Laundry Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public Fencing: Fenced MLS Primary PhotoSrc: Realtor Provided
Listing Office: Taylor Made Realty
Listing Agent: Jeremy R Taylor
Last Updated: November - 22 - 2025
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