Nestled in a peaceful landscape, this property offers 20+ acres w/ nearly 1100' rd. frontage that borders state park property off a dead-end road that leads to the water's edge w/ breathtaking views of Caesar Creek Lake just NW in Clinton Co. (Clinton-Massie Schools) to enjoy fishing, launch your kayak, bike trails, and more. Featuring an older 1929 farmhouse 3 BR, 2 BA w/ a det'd insulated 2-car gar. w/opener, and available at the road 2 fiber optic cables, phone, electric & private well on the property delivering 22 gallons per minute w/pasture, woods, & brush for deer hunting on a high elevation with excellent drainage to build your future dream home and meet all of your livestock needs of your choice. This property is in high demand and a very rare one-of-a-kind that features the most secluded privacy prime location just one hour away from Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus & smaller nearby cities. Property to be sold in its "as is" condition to qualified buyers, cash or conventional.
For sale
$1,490,000
896 Ward Rd, Wilmington, OH 45177
3beds
1,794sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
20.15 Acres Lot
$1,369,900 Zestimate®
$831/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Borders state park propertyDead-end road
- 90 days |
- 789 |
- 13 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marsha L Bennett (937)382-4427,
Coldwell Banker Heritage
Source: DABR MLS,MLS#: 953307
Originating MLS: Dayton Area Board of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Entry foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Butcher Block Counters, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Vinyl
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,794
- Total interior livable area: 1,794 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Lot
- Size: 20.15 Acres
- Dimensions: 20.1530
Details
- Parcel number: 030010606000000
- Zoning: Residential,Agricultural
- Zoning description: Residential,Agricultural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Septic Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $831/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $272,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,347
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
Estimated market value
$1,369,900
$1.30M - $1.44M
$2,296/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000+534%$831/sqft |
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| 6/22/2015 | Sold | $235,000$131/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,347 +3% | $95,420 |
| 2023 | $3,249 +60.2% | $95,420 +78.5% |
| 2022 | $2,028 -0.1% | $53,470 |
| 2021 | $2,030 +10.1% | $53,470 |
| 2020 | $1,843 +3.1% | $53,470 +12.7% |
| 2019 | $1,787 +105.6% | $47,440 |
| 2018 | $869 | $47,440 |
| 2017 | $869 -61.7% | $47,440 -24.7% |
| 2016 | $2,271 | $63,030 |
| 2015 | $2,271 -50.6% | $63,030 +5.1% |
| 2013 | $4,599 | $59,950 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 45177
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Clinton-Massie Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5 mi
- 6/10Clinton-Massie Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5 mi
- 7/10Clinton-Massie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Clinton-Massie
Source: DABR MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Ohio
- Clinton County
- Wilmington
- 45177
- 896 Ward Rd






