Defiance County property record for 129 E High St, Defiance, OH 43512 · Last verified July 2026
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
| Bathrooms | 1.5 Baths |
| Year Built | Built 2000 |
| Square Footage | 1,700 sqft Living Area |
| Lot Size | 7,919 sqft (0.182 acres) |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Last Sale | $95,000 (2011) |
| Tax Bill | $1,970.00 (2025) |
| Primary APN | B013132001700 |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Partial Baths | 1 Partial Baths |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Building Area | 1,700 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor | 1,700 sqft 1st Floor |
| Basement Area | 1,320 sqft Basement |
| Unfinished Basement | 1,420 sqft Unfinished |
| Stories | 1 Stories |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplaces |
| Year Built | Built 1950 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2000 |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl Exterior |
| Construction Type | Frame Construction |
| Lot Area | 7,919 sqft (0.182 acres) |
| Depth X Width | 120 ft x 66 ft Depth x Width |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Spaces |
| Garage Type | Basement Garage |
| Garage Area | 280 sqft Garage |
| Deck Area | 112 sqft Deck |
| Patio Area | 112 sqft Patio |
| Cooling System | Central Cooling |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central Heating |
| Sewage | Municipal Sewage |
| Water Source | Commercial Water Source |
| Street Address | 129 E HIGH ST |
|---|---|
| City | DEFIANCE |
| State | OH |
| Zip | 43512-1811 |
| Property Usage | Residential Property Usage |
| Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | WILLIAMSTOWN ADDITION LOTS 41 & 42 PTS E 1/2 |
| Legal Subdivision | WILLIAMSTOWN ADDITION |
| Legal Lot Number | 41,42 |
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Minor Civil Division | NOBLE |
| Census Blockgroup | 1 |
| Census Block | 1038 |
| Census Tract | 958500 |
Source: Defiance County records · APN B013132001700
Assessment roll updated March 19, 2026 · Last verified July 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Owner is an Individual, Couple or Unincorporated Entity |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jun 04, 2026 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Mortgage SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMEN |
| Apr 26, 2017 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Mortgage SECRETARY HOUSING URBAN DEVELOPMENT |
| Apr 14, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage THE OHIO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY |
| Mar 09, 2022 | Transfer on Death Deed, Transfer |
| Feb 04, 2011 | Special Warranty Deed, Transfer · Line of Credit THE SHERWOOD STATE BANK |
| Aug 25, 2005 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORP |
| Deed Names | Verified Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 21, 2011 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jul 21, 2011 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Feb 04, 2011 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Doc Number | 20113361 |
| Deed Book / Page | 353 / 2753 |
| Transfer Doc | 000447/131 |
| Record Refreshed | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Recording Date | Jun 04, 2026 |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 0000002010 |
| Book / Page | 481 / 2787 |
| Instrument Date | May 12, 2026 |
| Instrument | 20262010 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jul 12, 2026 |
| Title Company | NONE LISTED ON DOCUMENT |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 0000002010, |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 04, 2026 |
| Book Page | 481/2787 |
| Instrument | 20262010 |
| Name | SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMEN |
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| Type | Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 309 Months |
| Due | Mar 01, 2052 |
| Rate | 6.3% |
|---|---|
| Max Rate | -1% |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 06, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 00403/2192 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Book Page | 403/2192 |
| Instrument | 201700001788 |
| Name | SECRETARY HOUSING URBAN DEVELOPMENT |
|---|---|
| Type | Government Agency |
| Address | WASHINGTON, DC 20410 |
| Type | Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | May 01, 2047 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 06, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 00437/1420 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 14, 2021 |
| Book Page | 437/1420 |
| Instrument | 202100001989 |
| Name | THE OHIO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY |
|---|---|
| Type | Government Agency |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
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| Document Type | Transfer on Death Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Recording Date | Mar 09, 2022 |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 000447/131 |
| Book / Page | 447 / 131 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 12, 2022 |
| Instrument | 202200001099 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 06, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Type | Special Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Recording Date | Feb 04, 2011 |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 350/0849 |
| Book / Page | 350 / 0849 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 12, 2010 |
| Instrument | 201100000666 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 24, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $120.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded Values by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 215 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1847 |
| Document Number | 00350/0852 |
|---|---|
| Date | Feb 04, 2011 |
| Book Page | 350/0852 |
| Instrument | 201100000667 |
| Name | THE SHERWOOD STATE BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | SHERWOOD, OH 43556 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly (Revolving credit lines are monthly unless stated otherwise). |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | DEFIANCE OH |
| Recording Date | Aug 25, 2005 |
| Property Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 295/2205 |
| Book / Page | 295 / 2205 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 25, 2005 |
| Instrument | 200500005909 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 24, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on File |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $336.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded Values by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 129 E HIGH ST, DEFIANCE, OH 43512-1811 |
| Document Number | 00295/2206 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 25, 2005 |
| Book Page | 295/2206 |
| Instrument | 200500005910 |
| Name | FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN CORP |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | IRVING, TX 75063 |
| Type | Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Sep 01, 2035 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 6.75% |
| Type Change Date | Sep 01, 2010 |
| Change Frequency | Annually |
| Min Rate At Change | 4.75% |
| Max Rate At Change | 8.75% |
| Index | 52-Week T-Bill (1-Year) |
| Max Rate | 11.7% |
Source: Defiance County records · Assessment roll updated March 19, 2026 · Last verified July 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Ohio |
| County | Defiance County |
| County Subdivision | Noble Township |
| Municipality | Defiance City |
| Unified School District | Defiance City School District (PK - 12) |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,970.00 | $51,710 (-) Land $5,960 Building $45,750 | |
| 2024 | $1,970.00 (+1.18%) | $51,710 (-) Land $5,960 Building $45,750 | |
| 2023 | $1,947.00 (+30.15%) | $51,710 (+44.72%) Land $5,960 Building $45,750 | $147,742 (+44.72%) Land $17,028 Building $130,714 |
| 2022 | $1,496.00 | $35,730 Land $5,960 Building $29,770 | |
| 2020 | $102,090 Land $17,030 Building $85,060 |
129 E High St is in FEMA Zone X, outside the Special Flood Hazard Area, with direct wildfire exposure (Low risk).
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · Defiance County (39039C), updated March 8, 2021
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal flood hazard · outside the 0.2% annual chance floodplain |
|---|---|
| Special Flood Hazard Area | No |
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities · 2nd edition (2024), fuels as of 2020
| Wildfire Risk to Homes | Low 2nd percentile of exposed land nationally · 10th in Ohio |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Low — less than 1 in 10,000 per year |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation at the parcel |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
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