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$316,838$331 / 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 90How 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 $227,500 on Aug 26, 2021

5217 RULE RD

BELLVILLE, OH 44813
3
Beds
2
Baths
956 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$317K
$284K low$350K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,500 · Aug 26, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,651 (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.$69,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,560

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.Ranch
CountyRICHLAND
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.2019
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 332 ft²Patio · 332 ft²Porch · 320 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
Clear Fork Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Clear Fork Valley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Bellville Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Clear Fork Valley Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44813These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.169
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.8,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,080
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,970
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

5217 Rule Rd 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 more than 81% of homes in Richland County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Richland County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Bellville 44813
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Richland County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Bellville 44813

What homes are worth in Bellville 44813

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

This home
$87K$747K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Bellville 44813.

How it measures up in Bellville 44813

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellville 44813.

Estimated value$316,838
CheaperTypical $270,995Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area956 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 5217 Rule Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellville 44813Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,83862% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33197% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than956 ft²7% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac50% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than195026% of homes36% of homes

About 5217 Rule Rd

How much is 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH is $316,838 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $283,807 to $349,869. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH last sell?

5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH last sold on Aug 26, 2021 for $227,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH?

5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 956 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH built?

5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH?

5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH is assigned to Clear Fork Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; Clear Fork Valley High School (high), rated C+; Bellville Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Clear Fork Valley Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH compare to other homes in Bellville 44813?

Among the 3,291 homes in Bellville 44813, it is worth more than 62% of them ($316,838 against a typical $270,995), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($331 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 7% of them (956 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (2 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1950 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5217 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH was $2,651. The county assessed it at $69,140.

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