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1496 Melrose Avenue

Kettering, OH 45409

3 beds
2 baths
1,176 sqft
11,356 sqft lot
$186 per sqft
1941 build
– on site

Nestled on a desirable lot within the neighborhood, this charming Cape Cod home is beautifully enhanced by mature landscaping & is located in the Kettering SD. Spacious living room w/a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for cool evenings & holiday decorating. The updated kitchen is a highlight, showcasing a harmonious palette of neutral tones. It features a sink strategically positioned to overlook the backyard, along w/a delightful breakfast area that boasts custom built-ins. On the main floor, you will find 2 well-proportioned bedrooms that share a conveniently located, updated full bathroom w/a generous shower & a vanity w/storage. 1/2 bath for guests. Venture upstairs to discover a versatile 3rd bedroom that provides plenty of options—whether you envision it as a craft rm, a gaming area, or a space for endless hours of play, the possibilities are endless. The full basement adds even more value, offering substantial storage space as well as room for hobbies or the potential for a recreation area, catering to your lifestyle needs. A breezeway connects the home to the attached 1-car garage, which is illuminated by natural light, making it an ideal spot for plant lovers or a convenient area for pets to dry their paws. The oversized detached 2-car garage equipped w/a stove provides extra workspace. Enjoy outdoor living in the private, fully fenced backyard w/an above-ground pool & a deck, perfect for unwinding after a long day or hosting summer BBq's. Storage shed for your gardening tools & outdoor equipment. This home has great structural integrity & charm—just waiting for your personal touch to truly make it your own! New furnace heat exchanger (2020) & A/C (2018), ensuring comfort for years to come. Conveniently situated near I-75, the University of Dayton, Kettering Medical Center, Community Golf Course, various restaurants, shopping options & just a short walk to Southdale Elementary, this location offers both convenience & quality of life.

Listing courtesy of DABR / Tami Holmes Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 23, 2025 •

MLS# 930172 —

The Building

Year Built:

1941
Construction Materials:

AluminumSiding,Frame,ShingleSiding,VinylSiding
Building Area Total:

1176.0
Exterior Features:

Fence,Pool,Porch,Patio
Window Features:

DoubleHung,DoublePaneWindows,InsulatedWindows,Vinyl
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio,Porch
Security Features:

SmokeDetectors
Stories:

1
Levels:

One
Basement:

Full,Unfinished
Basement:

true

Interior

Interior Features:

CeilingFans,HighSpeedInternet,Remodeled
Rooms Total:

7
Fireplace Features:

One,WoodBurning
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1176.0
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Location

Directions:

West on Dorothy Lane, North on Hilton to left on Melrose to 1496.
Longitude:

-84.196558

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Size Acres:

0.2607
Lot Size Area:

11356.0
Lot Size Dimensions:

Irregular
Lot Size Square Feet:

11356.0
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Parcel Number:

N64-00308C0053
Zoning:

Residential
Zoning Description:

Residential
Latitude:

39.710831

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Legal Description:

274 BERKELEY HTS

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Bathrooms Total:

2
Bathrooms Half:

1
Main Level Bathrooms:

1
Bathrooms Full:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=uCsQaBnZFnd&mls=1
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded2:

https://youtube.com/shorts/Mr1Rnd3_HZU?feature=share

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

ForcedAir,NaturalGas
Heating:

true
Cooling:

true
Cooling:

CentralAir

Utilities

Utilities:

NaturalGasAvailable,SewerAvailable,WaterAvailable
Electric:

Volts220InGarage
Sewer:

StormSewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,GasWaterHeater

Schools

High School District:

Kettering
Elementary School District:

Kettering
Middle Or Junior School District:

Kettering

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Berkeley Heights
Association:

false
Pool Features:

AboveGround

Parking

Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

3.0
Attached Garage:

true
Parking Features:

Attached,Detached,Garage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$219,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,177
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$60
Utilities	$186 See report
Total	$1,423/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/23/25 Mar 23, 2025	Pending	DABR	$219,900
3/21/25 Mar 21, 2025	Listed / Active	DABR	$219,900

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This house located in Kettering, OH 45409 is currently pending sale for $219,900. 1496 Melrose Avenue is a 1,176 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 4 days. This house is in the attendance area of Van Buren Middle School, Kettering Fairmont High School, and Southdale Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: DABR and Tami Holmes Realty.

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