268 Forest Street

Rare opportunity to own a Victorian home near Oberlin College with 5 bedrooms (or 4 with a tandem room), 2 full bathrooms, and over 3,000 square feet of character, space, and potential. Mere minutes from the quaint shops and large centralized park in the center of Oberlin this home, nestled within campus life of Oberlin college, is also just one block from the Arboretum of Oberlin. The Arboretum is approximately 70 acres of green space filled with a variety of vegetation, trees ponds and trails that are soothing to the soul. This historic Oberlin home features hardwood flooring throughout. It's a spacious living room, centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and elegant dining room are perfect for family gatherings. Home features a den complete with built-in bookcases. The expansive eat-in kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant solid wood cabinetry, generous counter space, a center island with bar seating, and a bright morning room highlighted by a large picture window overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. Additional highlights include two full bathrooms (1 on the main level), convenient first-floor laundry with an additional sink, ceiling fans, built-in features throughout, a screened-in sun porch perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or unwinding in the evening, an unfinished full basement, and a detached garage. All kitchen and laundry appliances will remain with the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generously sized bedrooms and a bonus storage area. The large master bedroom and one of the other bedrooms have access to a bonus staircase to the kitchen. If you are looking for a home that is unique, with old quality charm and character, and plenty of room for family, friends, dinner parties and holiday gatherings, you've come to the right place!