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$208,078$174 / 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 88How 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 $96,900 on May 16, 2016

176 FOREST ST

AMHERST, OH 44001
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,195 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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.

Valuation

$208K
$183K low$233K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$96,900 · May 16, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,786 (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.$43,540 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$37,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$124,400

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.Cape Cod
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

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

176 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 83% of homes in Amherst 44001
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Amherst 44001
  • Among the smallest lots in Amherst 44001
  • Older than 86% 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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$143K$621K

This home is worth more than 17% 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$208,078
CheaperTypical $279,913Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$174
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,195 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,776 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 176 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 44001Lorain County
Estimated valuepricier than$208,07817% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17458% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,195 ft²14% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²almost no homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than192814% of homes14% of homes

About 176 Forest St

How much is 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH is $208,078 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $182,796 to $233,360. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH last sell?

176 Forest St, Amherst, OH last sold on May 16, 2016 for $96,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

176 Forest St, Amherst, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,195 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH built?

176 Forest St, Amherst, OH was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

176 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 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH compare to other homes in Amherst 44001?

Among the 8,270 homes in Amherst 44001, it is worth more than 17% of them ($208,078 against a typical $279,913), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($174 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,195 ft² against a typical 1,776 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1928 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Lorain County, it is worth more than 37% 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 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 176 Forest St, Amherst, OH was $1,786. The county assessed it at $43,540.

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