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$192,880$115 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

278 STERLING AVE

RITTMAN, OH 44270
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$193K
$162K low$223K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$192,880
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$154,304

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,639 (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.$53,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,720

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.
12
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.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.Bungalow
CountyWAYNE
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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 444 ft²Shed · 140 ft²Patio · 588 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Rittman High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Rittman Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Rittman Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Rittman Exempted Village School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44270These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
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.7,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.366 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,011
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,561
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

278 Sterling Ave 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 67% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Rittman 44270
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Rittman 44270
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Rittman 44270
  • Older than 73% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Rittman 44270

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

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$85K$470K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Rittman 44270.

How it measures up in Rittman 44270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rittman 44270.

Estimated value$192,880
CheaperTypical $192,935Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 278 Sterling Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRittman 44270Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$192,88050% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11516% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²78% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac65% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than195132% of homes27% of homes

About 278 Sterling Ave

How much is 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH is $192,880 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $162,398 to $223,362. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH last sell?

278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH last sold on Jan 1, 1987, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH built?

278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH is assigned to Rittman High School (high), rated B+; Rittman Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rittman Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Rittman Exempted Village School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH compare to other homes in Rittman 44270?

Among the 3,276 homes in Rittman 44270, it is worth more than 50% of them ($192,880 against a typical $192,935), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($115 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1951 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 33% 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 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH was $1,639. The county assessed it at $53,460.

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