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$90,015$46 / 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 72How 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 $50,062 on Apr 12, 2022

978 RICHIE AVE

LIMA, OH 45805
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,974 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$90K
$64K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,062 · Apr 12, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$772 (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.$20,660 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,000

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
CountyALLEN
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 191 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Heritage Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
M
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8C+
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Lima Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Lima City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45805These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.198
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.21,100
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,938
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,113
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.50%

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How this home compares

978 Richie 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 87% of homes in Lima 45805
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Lima 45805
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Allen County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Lima 45805
  • Among the oldest homes in Lima 45805

What homes are worth in Lima 45805

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

This home
$42K$599K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Lima 45805.

How it measures up in Lima 45805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lima 45805.

Estimated value$90,015
CheaperTypical $191,731Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$46
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,974 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 978 Richie Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLima 45805Allen County
Estimated valuepricier than$90,01513% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$466% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,974 ft²65% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac11% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than1906almost no homes3% of homes

About 978 Richie Ave

How much is 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH is $90,015 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $64,398 to $115,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH last sell?

978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH last sold on Apr 12, 2022 for $50,062, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH?

978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,974 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH built?

978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH?

978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH is assigned to Heritage Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 (middle), rated C+; Lima Senior High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Lima City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH compare to other homes in Lima 45805?

Among the 8,775 homes in Lima 45805, it is worth more than 13% of them ($90,015 against a typical $191,731), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($46 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,974 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1906 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Allen County, it is worth more than 23% 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 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Richie Ave, Lima, OH was $772. The county assessed it at $20,660.

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