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$177,552$168 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

885 SALEM AVE

ELYRIA, OH 44035
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$178K
$152K low$203K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,638 (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.$53,333 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,435
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,898
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,333
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,380

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.39
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
74
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.3 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.minimal

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.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 114 ft²Patio · 466 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Northwood Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Northwood Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Elyria High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Elyria City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44035These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.65,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,410
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

885 Salem 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 less than 72% of homes in Lorain County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Elyria 44035
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Lorain County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Lorain County

What homes are worth in Elyria 44035

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

This home
$63K$437K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Elyria 44035.

How it measures up in Elyria 44035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elyria 44035.

Estimated value$177,552
CheaperTypical $180,906Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,406 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 885 Salem Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElyria 44035Lorain County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,55248% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16878% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²22% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac35% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than196259% of homes42% of homes

About 885 Salem Ave

How much is 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH is $177,552 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $152,306 to $202,798. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH?

885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH built?

885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH?

885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH is assigned to Northwood Middle School (middle), rated C+; Northwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Elyria High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Elyria City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH compare to other homes in Elyria 44035?

Among the 21,644 homes in Elyria 44035, it is worth more than 48% of them ($177,552 against a typical $180,906), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($168 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,406 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1962 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Lorain County, it is worth more than 28% 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 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 885 Salem Ave, Elyria, OH was $2,638. The county assessed it at $53,333.

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