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$117,031$68 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $78,000 on Oct 15, 2009

159 ELM ST

FOSTORIA, OH 44830
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,716 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$117K
$97K low$137K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,000 · Oct 15, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,791 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$36,540 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountySENECA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 576 ft²Porch · 568 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Fostoria Junior/Senior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Fostoria Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.1 mi

District: Fostoria City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44830These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.167
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.159 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,996
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,199
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

159 Elm St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 71% of homes in Seneca County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Seneca County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Fostoria 44830
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Seneca County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Fostoria 44830

What homes are worth in Fostoria 44830

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$31K$395K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Fostoria 44830.

How it measures up in Fostoria 44830

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fostoria 44830.

Estimated value$117,031
CheaperTypical $123,367Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$68
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 159 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFostoria 44830Seneca County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,03147% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6830% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,716 ft²67% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac45% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes29% of homes

About 159 Elm St

How much is 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH is $117,031 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $96,825 to $137,237. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH last sell?

159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH last sold on Oct 15, 2009 for $78,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH?

159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,716 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH built?

159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH?

159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH is assigned to Fostoria Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated D; Fostoria Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Fostoria City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH compare to other homes in Fostoria 44830?

Among the 8,192 homes in Fostoria 44830, it is worth more than 47% of them ($117,031 against a typical $123,367), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($68 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,716 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1900 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Seneca County, it is worth more than 29% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Elm St, Fostoria, OH was $1,791. The county assessed it at $36,540.

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