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$149,683$72 / 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 82How 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 Jul 18, 2019

5357 COUNTY ROAD 159

FOREST, OH 45843
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,068 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$150K
$123K low$177K 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 · Jul 18, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,727 (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.$50,970 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,630

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHARDIN
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 80 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Hardin Northern High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Hardin Northern Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.1 mi

District: Hardin Northern Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45843These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.186
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.3,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,711
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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

5357 County Road 159 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Forest 45843
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Hardin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Hardin County

What homes are worth in Forest 45843

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

This home
$43K$497K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Forest 45843.

How it measures up in Forest 45843

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 45843.

Estimated value$149,683
CheaperTypical $161,773Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,068 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,582 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.13 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

How 5357 County Road 159 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 45843Hardin County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,68344% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7222% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,068 ft²77% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac63% of homes71% of homes

About 5357 County Road 159

How much is 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH is $149,683 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $122,690 to $176,676. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH last sell?

5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH last sold on Jul 18, 2019 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH?

5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,068 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH?

5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH is assigned to Hardin Northern High School (middle), rated B-; Hardin Northern Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Hardin Northern Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH compare to other homes in Forest 45843?

Among the 1,751 homes in Forest 45843, it is worth more than 44% of them ($149,683 against a typical $161,773), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($72 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,068 ft² against a typical 1,582 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 63% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.13 ac). Measured against all of Hardin County, it is worth more than 47% 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 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5357 County Road 159, Forest, OH was $1,727. The county assessed it at $50,970.

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