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$174,485$160 / 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 76How 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
Last sold for $80,000 on Jun 3, 2002

288 STERLING AVE

RITTMAN, OH 44270
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,092 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.
0.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$174K
$133K low$216K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jun 3, 2002
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.$89,485
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$71,588
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.49%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$85,000
THIRD FED'L S&L/CLEVELAND · recorded Jun 15, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,857 (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.$44,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$128,470

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.62
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, 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.Deck · 36 ft²Shed · 256 ft²Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 264 ft²

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

288 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 74% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Rittman 44270
  • Older than 77% 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$454K

This home is worth more than 40% 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$174,485
CheaperTypical $192,800Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 288 Sterling Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRittman 44270Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,48540% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16050% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²35% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.62 ac74% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than194827% of homes23% of homes

About 288 Sterling Ave

How much is 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH is $174,485 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $133,158 to $215,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH last sell?

288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH last sold on Jun 3, 2002 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.62-acre lot.

When was 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH built?

288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

288 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 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH compare to other homes in Rittman 44270?

Among the 3,276 homes in Rittman 44270, it is worth more than 40% of them ($174,485 against a typical $192,800), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($160 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.62 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1948 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 26% 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 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 288 Sterling Ave, Rittman, OH was $1,857. The county assessed it at $44,960.

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