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$379,896$173 / 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 94How 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 $203,500 on Dec 18, 2015

5228 BIRCH ST

NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OH 44039
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,200 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$380K
$356K low$404K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$203,500 · Dec 18, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,015 (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.$102,725 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,734
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,991
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$102,725
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$293,500

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.43
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
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 · 225 ft²Shed · 49 ft²Patio · 225 ft²Porch · 75 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.

E
Liberty Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 0.8 mi
M
North Ridgeville Academic CenterB+
Middle · Grades 3–8 · 1.8 mi
H
North Ridgeville High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: North Ridgeville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44039These 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.27
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.36,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,530 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,249
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.49%

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How this home compares

5228 Birch 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 more than 74% of homes in Lorain County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Lorain County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Lorain County

What homes are worth in North Ridgeville 44039

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

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$161K$598K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in North Ridgeville 44039.

How it measures up in North Ridgeville 44039

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Ridgeville 44039.

Estimated value$379,896
CheaperTypical $332,858Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,814 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 5228 Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Ridgeville 44039Lorain County
Estimated valuepricier than$379,89664% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17337% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,200 ft²74% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac58% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198942% of homes65% of homes

About 5228 Birch St

How much is 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH is $379,896 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $355,602 to $404,190. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH last sell?

5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH last sold on Dec 18, 2015 for $203,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH?

5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,200 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH built?

5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH?

5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH is assigned to Liberty Elementary School (elementary); North Ridgeville Academic Center (middle), rated B+; North Ridgeville High School (high), rated A-. All sit in North Ridgeville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH compare to other homes in North Ridgeville 44039?

Among the 14,914 homes in North Ridgeville 44039, it is worth more than 64% of them ($379,896 against a typical $332,858), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($173 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,200 ft² against a typical 1,814 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1989 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Lorain County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5228 Birch St, North Ridgeville, OH was $5,015. The county assessed it at $102,725.

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