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$230,247$114 / 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 85How 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

166 FOREST ST

AMHERST, OH 44001
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,026 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.
0.14 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$230K
$195K low$265K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,491 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$60,698 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,321
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,377
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,698
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,420

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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
CountyLorain
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 196 ft²

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

H
Marion L Steele High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Amherst Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Powers Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.9 mi

District: Amherst Exempted Village School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44001These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,928
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.593 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,561
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,052
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

166 Forest 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 72% of homes in Amherst 44001
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Amherst 44001
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Lorain County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Amherst 44001
  • Older than 90% of homes in Amherst 44001

What homes are worth in Amherst 44001

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

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$141K$600K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Amherst 44001.

How it measures up in Amherst 44001

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 44001.

Estimated value$230,247
CheaperTypical $278,629Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,026 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,776 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 166 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 44001Lorain County
Estimated valuepricier than$230,24728% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1148% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,026 ft²66% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac3% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190010% of homes10% of homes

About 166 Forest St

How much is 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH is $230,247 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $195,389 to $265,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

166 Forest St, Amherst, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,026 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH built?

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

What schools serve 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

166 Forest St, Amherst, OH is assigned to Marion L Steele High School (high), rated B; Amherst Junior High School (middle), rated A; Powers Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Amherst Exempted Village School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH compare to other homes in Amherst 44001?

Among the 8,266 homes in Amherst 44001, it is worth more than 28% of them ($230,247 against a typical $278,629), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($114 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,026 ft² against a typical 1,776 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1900 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Lorain County, it is worth more than 43% 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 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 166 Forest St, Amherst, OH was $2,491. The county assessed it at $60,698.

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