REAL ESTATE AUCTION – SELLS WITH SELLER CONFIRMATION
- Date/Time: Wednesday, August 12th at 6:00 PM Eastern Time
- Format: Live Onsite Auction with Simulcast Online Bidding
- Property Address: 400 W. Main Street, West Jefferson, OH 43162
- City/Township: Jefferson Corp
- School District: Jefferson Local School District (Madison Co.)
- Madison County Parcels #: 10-01014.000 & 10-01013.000 (sold together as one combined offering)
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL BUYERS — PLEASE READ
This property is offered at public auction subject to confirmation by the seller. Any price displayed in connection with this listing is included solely for listing-system purposes and does not constitute an asking price, minimum bid, reserve price, or indication of the property's anticipated selling price. The seller reserves the right to accept or reject the high bid. The final contract price will consist of the successful high bid plus a 10% buyer's premium.
This property is being sold pursuant to authority granted under a Durable Power of Attorney executed by the record owner.
PROPERTY PREVIEWS
Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect the property prior to bidding. Previews will be held at the property on the following dates:
- Saturday, August 1st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM — held in conjunction with the personal property auction pickup
- Wednesday, August 5th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Sunday, August 9th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Wednesday, August 12th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
No appointment is necessary. Additional preview opportunities may be available — contact the Auctioneer for details.
PROPERTY OVERVIEW
Set on two combined parcels totaling 1.0 acre (per Madison County Auditor) along W. Main Street in West Jefferson, this 1-story ranch home offers approximately 2,044 square feet of total finished living area, plus an attached 2-car garage and a separate 2-car detached garage. The property backs to Little Darby Creek, a designated state and national Scenic River, with a mature tree buffer along the rear of the lot.
A personal property auction is currently in progress and scheduled to end July 30th. Following that date, the personal property will be removed prior to the real estate auction, and the home will be ready for its next owner.
PROPERTY DETAILS
Structure & General
- 1-story ranch, built 1959, full basement
- 2,044 sq. ft. total finished living area per Madison County Auditor — 1,514 sq. ft. on the main level, plus 530 sq. ft. finished in the full basement
- 3 bedrooms — one bedroom's closet was removed and replaced with a built-in shelving unit; reinstalling the closet and door would restore it to its original bedroom configuration
- 1 full bathroom on the main level
- 2-car attached garage (418 sq. ft.) and a separate 2-car detached garage (24' x 20', 480 sq. ft., built 2004) — 4 garage spaces total
- Stone-and-stucco exterior with wood shutters (276 sq. ft. of stone trim per Auditor)
- Central stone chimney with wood-burning fireplace — stone surround, raised stone hearth, wood mantel, and what appears to be a gas igniter (a key valve is present in the floor near the hearth)
- City water and sanitary sewer
Main Level
- Living room: hardwood floors, large picture window, built-in shelving nook
- Dining room: hardwood floors, chandelier, large window
- Kitchen: luxury vinyl plank flooring, wood cabinetry, laminate countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator, double-basin sink, window over sink overlooking the rear of the property
- 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors throughout
- Full bathroom: tile accents, vanity, tub-and-shower combination
Basement
- Finished recreation/family room area
- Unfinished utility and storage area with laundry hookup
- Electric water heater
- Workbench and storage space
- Rough half-bath
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed rear sunroom (240 sq. ft. per Auditor, not included in the finished living area total) — multiple windows, ceiling fan, opens onto the rear lawn
- Concrete patio (192 sq. ft. per Auditor) off the sunroom
- Chain-link fenced backyard
- Level rear lawn
PARCEL INFORMATION & TAXES
- Parcels: 10-01014.000 & 10-01013.000
- Township/City: Jefferson Corp, Madison County
- Acreage: 1.0 acre combined (0.590 ac + 0.410 ac per Madison County Auditor)
- Annual Taxes (per Madison County Auditor, combined both parcels): approx. $3,702 for tax year 2025
Note: The stated annual tax amount reflects current charges and does not include delinquent taxes, penalties, or other assessments that may appear on the tax duplicate. Any delinquent taxes will be paid at or before closing.
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF AUCTION
- Buyer's Premium: A 10% buyer's premium will be added to the successful high bid to determine the final contract price. Any financing obtained by the buyer must be based on the final contract price.
- Earnest Money Deposit: The successful purchaser must make a non-refundable earnest money deposit equal to 10% of the final contract price. For an onsite purchaser, the deposit is due immediately following the auction by good personal or business check. A successful online bidder must deliver the deposit within 24 hours following the auction by good check or wire transfer (wiring instructions provided after the auction). The deposit will be credited toward the purchase price at closing.
- Purchase Contract: The successful purchaser will be required to promptly execute a Contract to Purchase Real Estate following the auction. A sample Auction Contract to Purchase Real Estate will be available under the "Documents" tab and will also be available for review on auction day.
- Closing: Closing will occur on or before 30 days following the auction unless otherwise agreed in writing. Talon Title Agency in Pickerington, Ohio will serve as the closing agent. Preliminary title work is being completed and will be made available to prospective bidders.
- Closing Costs: The buyer will be responsible for all closing costs, including but not limited to title search, transfer taxes, deed preparation, conveyance fees, and recording fees.
- Real Estate Taxes: Taxes will be prorated using the short-proration method, with the buyer assuming six months of accrued real estate taxes.
- Survey: If a survey is required for transfer or recording, it will be completed at the buyer's expense.
- Deed & Title: Marketable and insurable title will be conveyed to the purchaser by deed at closing, free of liens and delinquent real estate taxes.
- Property Condition & Contingencies: The property sells in its present As-Is, Where-Is condition, with any and all faults, without warranties expressed or implied. The sale is not contingent upon financing, appraisal, inspections, or any other purchaser contingency. Buyers should complete all inspections and investigations before bidding.
BIDDING OPTIONS
Bidders may participate in person at the property or bid online in real time through the simulcast auction platform at www.HoffmanAuctions.com. Online bidders should register with enough lead time to allow for account review and approval.
REALTOR PARTICIPATION
Realtor participation is encouraged. Agents seeking compensation must:
- Show the property to their client at one of the scheduled previews.
- Register their client with the Auctioneer no less than 48 hours before the auction, along with a completed and signed Ohio Agency Disclosure form.
- Have their registered client become the successful high bidder, promptly execute the Contract to Purchase following the auction, and complete closing.
A cooperating agent will receive 2% of the total contract price (high bid plus buyer's premium) at closing. No compensation will be paid in the event of buyer default or failure to close.
AUCTIONEER & BROKERAGE INFORMATION
- Auctioneer & Real Estate Agent: Michael Hoffman, Licensed Auctioneer & Real Estate Salesperson
- Brokerage: The Jarvis Team – RE/MAX Consultant Group
- Licensed in Ohio – Equal Housing Opportunity
- Agency Disclosure: Michael Hoffman, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with RE/MAX Consultant Group, represents the seller in this transaction.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Click on the Documents tab for additional property information including:
- Parcel data
- Legal descriptions
- Preliminary title work
- Sample Auction Purchase Contract
- Other relevant property and auction documents
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE NOTICE
This public auction will be conducted in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Chapters 4707 and 4735 and the rules of the Ohio Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing.
Announcements made by the Auctioneer on auction day take precedence over all previously printed, posted, published, or verbal information. All information contained in this listing and the Property Information Packet was obtained from sources believed to be reliable; however, neither RE/MAX Consultant Group, the Auctioneer, nor their agents make any representation or guarantee regarding its accuracy or completeness and will not be responsible for errors or omissions. Prospective purchasers are responsible for independently verifying all property information and completing any desired inspections, investigations, and due diligence before bidding. Participation in the auction, whether onsite or online, constitutes acknowledgment and acceptance of all published auction terms and conditions.
