231 E Adams, Sandusky, OH 44870
Local realty services provided by:ERA Geyer Noakes Realty Group
231 E Adams,Sandusky, OH 44870
$499,900
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 5,328 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: taylor n dillinger, mickey linden
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices pro. - sandusky
MLS#:20262849
Source:OH_FMLS
Price summary
- Price:$499,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$93.83
About this home
Own a piece of Sandusky history. Built in 1852, the historic Joseph M. Root House is one of the city's most recognizable limestone buildings. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this remarkable property is associated with Joseph M. Rootan attorney, former Sandusky mayor, U.S. Congressman, and abolitionist. Long believed to have served as a safe house along the Underground Railroad, it represents a truly unique chapter of Ohio's history. The building is currently configured for professional office use and features impressive limestone construction, spacious rooms, soaring ceilings, and architectural details rarely found today. While previously used as offices, the home's original residential character shines through, offering exciting possibilities for its next chapter. Buyers are encouraged to verify potential future uses and zoning with the appropriate local authorities. Historic properties of this caliber rarely become available. Combining timeless architecture, a prime downtown location, and an extraordinary legacy, the Joseph M. Root House offers a rare opportunity to own one of Sandusky's most iconic and irreplaceable properties....
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Home facts
- Year built:1854
- Listing ID #:20262849
- Added:16 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 08, 2026 at 04:10 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Dining Description:Combo
- Living area:5,328 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1854
- Building area:5,328 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.13 Acres
- Construction Materials:Stone
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:3 Stories
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$499,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$93.83
- Tax amount:$1,878
Parking
- Parking description:Off Street
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