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Property Description
MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED! Simply stunning and iconic one of kind home on desirable Franklin Avenue in Olde Towne East. Designed as the primary residence of (and by), Ohio's first female licensed architect, Florence Kenyon Hayden Rector. Described as ''eclectic and very personal design'', the 3 story home features a asymmetrical stucco facade and combines French doors and steel casement windows. Inside, history has been preserved (and updated with sophisticated touches) with hardwood floors, unpainted woodwork, original cabinetry and 8 fireplaces throughout. All rooms are nice sized and functional. Spacious living is perfect for entertaining with access to a small side porch and the built in greenhouse, a formal dining is adjacent to the private breakfast nook, beautiful eat in kitchen with original upper cabinetry/ new lowers with quartz countertops and Jenn-Air stainless steel appliances in addition, the original butler's pantry serves as additional kitchen storage or as a bar. Upstairs: 5 bedrooms of varying sizes and two full baths, laundry closet and landing with built-in cabinetry. The expansive 3rd floor recreation room is completely open with vaulted ceilings and access to the roof top terrace. In addition, there is a half bath and jetted tub. Outside is a beautifully landscaped private fenced yard with covered back porch, patio and access to the 2 car detached garage. All of this, numerous updates inside and out and so much more. An amazing location and just around the corner from the Old Towne Tavern, Osteria Pizzeria and Attic Comedy Club, with easy access to all Olde Towne East and Downtown destinations. ***3D Virtual Tour and Floor plan available to serious/ qualified Buyers.*** Seller is a licensed agent in the state of Ohio.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 878 Franklin Ave
General
- Sold For: $890,000
- Taxes: $11,381 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Columbus_N_Greater_Ohio
- MLS ID: 226007614
- Added to Site: 42 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Whirlpool/Tub
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Four or More, Decorative, Four or More, Decorative
- Flooring: Other, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Whirlpool/Tub
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage
Location
- County: Franklin
- Township: None
- Development Name: OLDE TOWNE EAST
- Driving Directions: Parson Avenue to East on Franklin Avenue
School Information
- School District: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO.
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Square Feet: 4,262
- Sq. Ft. Source: Realist
- Living Area: 4,262 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 4,262 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,662.8
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $205.3
- Tax Amount: $11,381
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 010-057661
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Schools
Schools serving 878 Franklin Ave
School District:Columbus City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ohio Avenue Elementary School 505 South Ohio Avenue, Columbus, OH 43205 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Champion Middle School, Columbus, OH 284 North 22nd Street, Columbus, OH 43203 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
East High School, Columbus, OH 1500 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 878 Franklin Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Sold
$890,000
1.71%
MLS
3/21/2026
Listed
$875,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
878 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43205 (MLS# 226007614) is a Single Family property that was sold at $890,000 on May 01, 2026. This property was listed by William Robbins from our Bexley/East Office.Want to learn more about 878 Franklin Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Columbus? You can browse all Columbus real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.



