$125,000

1281 Home Acre Drive, Columbus, OH 43229

3 beds |
1 bath |
912 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
0.94acre lot
2 car garage
$137/sqft
Listed 12 days ago

Property Description

Opportunity awaits with this 912-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home situated on a sprawling 0.95-acre lot within the highly sought-after Westerville City School District. This home is built on a crawl space and features the significant mechanical upgrade of a newly installed well, providing peace of mind for the next owner. The property offers a rare combination of space and location, featuring a large fenced-in backyard that provides a private oasis for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or recreation. For those needing extra storage or workspace, the site is well-equipped with a detached two-car garage, an additional carport, and a functional storage shed. While the interior requires some TLC, this home represents a premier 'diamond in the rough' opportunity for handymen, investors, or those looking for a high-potential fix-and-flip project. The location is truly unbeatable for convenience and long-term value, situated just miles from Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospital and the historic Otterbein University campus. Whether you are looking to build sweat equity as an owner-occupant or seeking a high-demand rental property near major employers, this property delivers immense upside. This home sells at online auction subject to POA approval, with bidding beginning to end on February 23 at 7:00 PM. Don't miss your chance to secure a home with this much land and infrastructure in a prime location—register and bid online before the auction closes!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: January 23, 2026
Data Last Updated:: February 4, 2026 at 6:36AM
Listing Office:: Real Estate & Auction Services : 866-538-0333
Listing Agent:: C. H. Chip Carpenter : 740-965-1208
MLS ID:: 226002283

Basement: Crawl Space
Flooring: CarpetLaminate
A/C: Window Unit(s)
Heating: BaseboardHot Water

Style: Ranch

Windows: Insulated Part
General: Aluminum SidingOneBlock

Originating MLS: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
School District: WESTERVILLE CSD 2514 FRA CO.
County: Franklin

Zoning: 252-000306

Water: Well
Sewer: Private Sewer

Source: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS

Presented by Peeler Realty Group LLC Westerville

This listing courtesy of C. H. Chip Carpenter , Real Estate & Auction Services

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Location

Schools Nearby

Hawthorne Elementary School

5001 Farview Rd, Columbus, OH, 43231

Grades KG-5

1.69 miles away

Blendon Middle School

223 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, OH, 43081

Grades 6-8

2.26 miles away

Westerville South High School

303 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, OH, 43081

Grades 9-12

2.17 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.