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$102,250$79 / 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 81How 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 $97,500 on Jul 16, 1999

971 E RIVER ST

ELYRIA, OH 44035
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,288 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$102K
$82K low$122K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$97,500 · Jul 16, 1999
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$12,250
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$9,800
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.89%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$90,000
FIFTH THIRD BK · recorded Apr 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,539 (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.$53,904 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,269
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,635
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,904
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,010

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.44
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.33 in
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.1 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.Cape Cod
CountyLorain
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
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, 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.Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 85 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Elyria High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Eastern Heights Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Eastern Heights Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 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.65,128
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.$56,845
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,414
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

971 E River 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 less than 94% of homes in Lorain County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Lorain County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Lorain County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Elyria 44035
  • Older than 89% 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
$59K$440K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$102,250
CheaperTypical $182,723Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,406 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 971 E River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElyria 44035Lorain County
Estimated valuepricier than$102,25012% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$799% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²40% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac87% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than190014% of homes11% of homes

About 971 E River St

How much is 971 E River St, Elyria, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 971 E River St, Elyria, OH is $102,250 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $82,344 to $122,156. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 971 E River St, Elyria, OH last sell?

971 E River St, Elyria, OH last sold on Jul 16, 1999 for $97,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 971 E River St, Elyria, OH?

971 E River St, Elyria, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 971 E River St, Elyria, OH built?

971 E River St, Elyria, OH was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 971 E River St, Elyria, OH?

971 E River St, Elyria, OH is assigned to Elyria High School (high), rated D+; Eastern Heights Middle School (middle), rated B-; Eastern Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Elyria City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 971 E River St, Elyria, OH compare to other homes in Elyria 44035?

Among the 21,633 homes in Elyria 44035, it is worth more than 12% of them ($102,250 against a typical $182,723), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($79 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,406 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1900 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Lorain County, it is worth more than 6% 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 971 E River St, Elyria, OH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 971 E River St, Elyria, OH was $2,539. The county assessed it at $53,904.

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