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$256,548$222 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $237,700 on Jun 3, 2025

5718 MERKLE AVE

CLEVELAND, OH 44129
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,155 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$257K
$226K low$287K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$237,700 · Jun 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,421 (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.$59,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,885
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,825
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,600

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.Colonial
CountyCUYAHOGA
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, 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.Porch · 206 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Thoreau Park Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Shiloh Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Valley Forge High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Parma City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44129These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.28,178
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,809 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,179
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,468
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

5718 Merkle 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 more than 80% of homes in Cleveland 44129
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Cleveland 44129
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Cuyahoga County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Cuyahoga County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Cleveland 44129

What homes are worth in Cleveland 44129

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

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$141K$379K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Cleveland 44129.

How it measures up in Cleveland 44129

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cleveland 44129.

Estimated value$256,548
CheaperTypical $205,743Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,155 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5718 Merkle Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCleveland 44129Cuyahoga County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,54880% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22296% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,155 ft²29% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac54% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than19289% of homes27% of homes

About 5718 Merkle Ave

How much is 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH is $256,548 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $226,137 to $286,959. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH last sell?

5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH last sold on Jun 3, 2025 for $237,700, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH?

5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,155 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH built?

5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH?

5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH is assigned to Thoreau Park Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Shiloh Middle School (middle), rated D+; Valley Forge High School (high), rated C. All sit in Parma City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH compare to other homes in Cleveland 44129?

Among the 10,316 homes in Cleveland 44129, it is worth more than 80% of them ($256,548 against a typical $205,743), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($222 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,155 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1928 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Cuyahoga County, it is worth more than 58% 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 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5718 Merkle Ave, Cleveland, OH was $3,421. The county assessed it at $59,710.

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