Rare Ridge-Top Retreat on 5 Acres – Peaceful Country Living 12 miles from Athens
Discover this one-of-a-kind property offering the perfect balance of privacy, sustainability, and charm—located just 12 miles from Athens on a quiet dead-end road.
Set on 5 scenic acres, this beautiful ridge-top home features stunning views of rolling woods and meadows, creating a peaceful and secluded atmosphere.
Home Features:
3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
Additional private finished bonus room above a detached garage
Walk-out finished basement with wood-burning stove (ideal for backup or supplemental heat)
Spacious wrap-around deck + covered front porch
Hardwood floors upstairs, tile flooring downstairs
Custom wood finishes throughout for warmth and character
Unique custom stained-glass ceiling light in the kitchen.
Energy Efficient & Well-Maintained:
31 solar panels (8.3 kW system) to help keep electric costs low
HVAC system with central air + electric heat pump and furnace
Roof replaced within the last decade
Hot water heater replaced in 2020
Newer refrigerator, oven/stovetop, and nearly new dryer
Outdoor & Homestead Highlights:
Fenced organic garden beds with compost
Established strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, asparagus, and a peach tree
Elderberry bushes
Small hobby greenhouse
Chicken coop and ideal space for beekeeping
Water & Utilities:
Three cisterns (1,800 gallons each) for rainwater collection
Whole-house water filtration system
Septic system
Outdoor Living:
Private back patio with hot tub
Starbrick patio with firepit
Scenic pond views
Exceptional stargazing with minimal light pollution
Outbuildings & Storage:
Two detached garages, offering ample space for vehicles, storage, or workshop use
Carport and additional shed space
Woodshed for convenient firewood storage
Move-in ready and full of character, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy quiet country living in a supportive, spread-out neighborhood—while still being close to town.
For sale by owner
$415,000
12885 Parmitter Rd, Amesville, OH 45711
3beds
2,300sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 2001
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small hobby greenhouseRidge-top homeSpacious wrap-around deckElderberry bushesCovered front porchScenic pond viewsStarbrick patio with firepit
What the owner loves about this home
This home provides a rural setting with an amazing opportunity for a family. It is very secure and provides for ample star gazing, wildlife viewing, quiet and distanced from major highways or high- traffic roads. We have grown and preserved a good deal of our family’s food here, from seed to harvest. Neighboring land is primarily wooded. Community- minded land owners as neighbors. Excellent hiking. On a dead-end road. Has high speed internet available through DSL lines through Verizon, or can get on list to get Starlink.
- 38 days |
- 500 |
- 29 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (740) 856-9109
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Heat pump, Stove, Electric, Solar, Wood / Pellet
Cooling
- Central, Solar
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Carport, Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Other, Cement / Concrete
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: D010010031602
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Amesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $158,430
- Annual tax amount: $2,496
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,583/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $415,000+1.2%$180/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $410,000-3.3%$178/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/12/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $424,000$184/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,496 +0.4% | $55,450 |
| 2023 | $2,486 +1.1% | $55,450 +4.3% |
| 2022 | $2,460 -1.7% | $53,160 -1.3% |
| 2021 | $2,502 -0.1% | $53,880 |
| 2020 | $2,505 -1.3% | $53,880 -1.8% |
| 2019 | $2,538 +0.6% | $54,860 |
| 2018 | $2,522 -26.8% | $54,860 |
| 2017 | $3,448 +10.4% | $54,860 +11.9% |
| 2016 | $3,124 0% | $49,040 |
| 2015 | $3,126 | $49,040 |
| 2014 | $3,126 -0.8% | $49,040 -5.8% |
| 2013 | $3,152 +14.2% | $52,060 +15% |
| 2012 | $2,759 +1.7% | $45,280 |
| 2011 | $2,714 -7.4% | $45,280 -5.1% |
| 2010 | $2,932 +43.2% | $47,710 |
| 2009 | $2,048 +1% | $47,710 |
| 2008 | $2,028 +5.4% | $47,710 +10.4% |
| 2007 | $1,924 +0.3% | $43,220 |
| 2006 | $1,918 | $43,220 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 45711
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Amesville Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Federal Hocking Middle SchoolGrades: 6-9Distance: 4.9 mi
- 5/10Federal Hocking High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
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- Ohio
- Athens County
- Amesville
- 45711
- 12885 Parmitter Rd



