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$99,570$77 / 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 66How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $42,000 on Feb 18, 2014

16296 TOWNSHIP HWY

FOREST, OH 45843
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,288 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$100K
$66K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Feb 18, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,186 (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.$33,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,710
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,310

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHARDIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Shed · 216 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Hardin Northern High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.6 mi
E
Hardin Northern Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 5.6 mi

District: Hardin Northern Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45843These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.186
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,711
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,876
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.50%

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How this home compares

16296 Township Hwy 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 85% of homes in Forest 45843
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Forest 45843
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Forest 45843
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Hardin County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Hardin County

What homes are worth in Forest 45843

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

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$49K$555K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Forest 45843.

How it measures up in Forest 45843

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 45843.

Estimated value$99,570
CheaperTypical $169,957Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 16296 Township Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 45843Hardin County
Estimated valuepricier than$99,57015% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7724% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²30% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac83% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than193023% of homes14% of homes

About 16296 Township Hwy

How much is 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH is $99,570 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $65,935 to $133,205. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH last sell?

16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH last sold on Feb 18, 2014 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH?

16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH built?

16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH?

16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH is assigned to Hardin Northern High School (middle), rated C; Hardin Northern Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Hardin Northern Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH compare to other homes in Forest 45843?

Among the 1,751 homes in Forest 45843, it is worth more than 15% of them ($99,570 against a typical $169,957), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($77 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (5 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1930 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Hardin County, it is worth more than 24% 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 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16296 Township Hwy, Forest, OH was $1,186. The county assessed it at $33,710.

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