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$257,683$140 / 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 79How 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 $245,000 on Jan 20, 2026

8198 W RIVER DR

NOVELTY, OH 44072
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,838 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.
1.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$258K
$204K low$311K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$245,000 · Jan 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,236 (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.$101,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$291,400

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.Conventional
CountyGEAUGA
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, Basement
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 · 128 ft²Patio · 128 ft²Porch · 168 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
Westwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.0 mi
H
West Geauga High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
West Geauga Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: West Geauga Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44072These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.231 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,364
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,948
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

8198 W River Dr 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 95% of homes in Novelty 44072
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Novelty 44072
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Novelty 44072
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Novelty 44072

What homes are worth in Novelty 44072

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

This home
$205K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Novelty 44072.

How it measures up in Novelty 44072

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Novelty 44072.

Estimated value$257,683
CheaperTypical $531,989Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,838 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size1.51 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 8198 W River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNovelty 44072Geauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,6835% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1406% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,838 ft²25% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.51 ac22% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than196849% of homes39% of homes

About 8198 W River Dr

How much is 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH is $257,683 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $204,036 to $311,330. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH last sell?

8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH last sold on Jan 20, 2026 for $245,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH?

8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,838 square feet of living space and a 1.51-acre lot.

When was 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH built?

8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH?

8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH is assigned to Westwood Elementary School (elementary); West Geauga High School (high), rated A+; West Geauga Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in West Geauga Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH compare to other homes in Novelty 44072?

Among the 1,882 homes in Novelty 44072, it is worth more than 5% of them ($257,683 against a typical $531,989), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($140 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,838 ft² against a typical 2,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (1.51 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1968 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Geauga County, it is worth more than 17% 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 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8198 W River Dr, Novelty, OH was $4,236. The county assessed it at $101,990.

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