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$198,908$142 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

9878 COUNTY ROAD 304

FOREST, OH 45843
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,400 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.
8.96 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$199K
$170K low$228K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,340 (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.$93,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$70,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,560

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.83 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Rural Residence
CountyHANCOCK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.96
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system 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.Porch · 104 ft²

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

M
Hardin Northern High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.3 mi
E
Hardin Northern Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.3 mi

District: Hardin Northern Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 45843These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.186
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,711
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

9878 County Road 304 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Forest 45843
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Hancock County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Hancock County

What homes are worth in Forest 45843

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

This home
$49K$555K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Forest 45843.

How it measures up in Forest 45843

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 45843.

Estimated value$198,908
CheaperTypical $170,078Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size8.96 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 9878 County Road 304 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 45843Hancock County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,90861% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14274% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²35% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.96 ac89% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than197955% of homes61% of homes

About 9878 County Road 304

How much is 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH is $198,908 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $170,063 to $227,753. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH last sell?

9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH last sold on Jul 14, 1981, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH?

9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 8.96-acre lot.

When was 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH built?

9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH?

9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH is assigned to Hardin Northern High School (middle), rated B-; Hardin Northern Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Hardin Northern Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH compare to other homes in Forest 45843?

Among the 1,751 homes in Forest 45843, it is worth more than 61% of them ($198,908 against a typical $170,078), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($142 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (8.96 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1979 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Hancock County, it is worth more than 40% 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 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9878 County Road 304, Forest, OH was $3,340. The county assessed it at $93,300.

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