Hamilton County property record for 2562 Observatory Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 5 bd · 5 ba · 3,803 sqft · built 1904 |
| Lot Size | 0.217 acres (9,453 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $655,000 (Nov 2014) |
| Tax Bill | $20,309 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2021 Mortgage Dec 2019 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 041-0004-0042-00 |
| Primary APN | 041-0004-0042-00 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 5 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 13 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 3,803 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,917 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,368 sqft |
| Attic | Attic |
| Attic Area | 518 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,368 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 500 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 5 Fireplaces |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1904 |
|---|---|
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Construction Type | Masonry / Concrete Block |
| Lot Area | 9,453 sqft (0.217 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 150 ft deep x 63 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 480 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 432 sqft |
| Patio Area | 372 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | HVAC |
| Street Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE |
|---|---|
| City | CINCINNATI |
| State | OH |
| Zip | 45208-2010 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE 63 X 150 PT LOT 158-159 HYDE PARK SUB |
| Legal Subdivision | HYDE PARK SUB |
| Legal Lot Number | 158-159 159 |
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON OH |
| Township / Civil Division | CINCINNATI |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3005 |
| Census Tract | 5000 |
2562 Observatory Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in November 2014.
Source: Hamilton County records, as of February 9, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Co-owner | Co-owner on File |
| Mailing Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage GENERAL ELECTRIC CU |
| Dec 31, 2019 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage GENERAL ELECTRIC CU |
| Feb 23, 2017 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage KEMBA CU |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 10, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 10, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 24, 2007 |
| Deed Document Number | 14-113133 |
| Deed Book / Page | 12749 / 00143 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON OH |
| Property Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 25, 2021 |
| Title Company | ABSTRACT TITLE AGENCY, ABSTRACT TITLE AGENCY LLC |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0000053102 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 28, 2021 |
| Book Page | 14406/2101 |
| Instrument | 2021-0053102 |
| Name | GENERAL ELECTRIC CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | CINCINNATI, OH 45241 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 181 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2036 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON OH |
| Property Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Document Number | 0000001511 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 31, 2019 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 2, 2020 |
| Title Company | PROMINENT TITLE AGENCY LLC, PROMINENT TITLE AGCY LLC |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Husband and Wife |
| Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE CINCINNATI OH 452082010, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Document Number | 0000001511 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 6, 2020 |
| Book Page | 014077/002859 |
| Instrument | 1511 |
| Name | GENERAL ELECTRIC CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | CINCINNATI, OH 45241 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jan 5, 2050 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3% |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | HAMILTON OH |
| Property Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Document Number | 0000019274 |
| Book / Page | 013366 / 000849 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 23, 2017 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jul 13, 2017 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Husband and Wife |
| Address | 2562 OBSERVATORY AVE CINCINNATI OH 452082010, CINCINNATI, OH 45208-2010 |
| Document Number | 0000019274 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 3, 2017 |
| Book Page | 013366/000849 |
| Instrument | 19274 |
| Name | KEMBA CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | WEST CHESTER, OH 45069 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Mar 2, 2047 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 2.99% |
The 2025 property tax bill for 2562 Observatory Ave was $20,309, down 1.8% from the year before.
Source: Hamilton County assessment roll, as of March 1, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Ohio |
| County | Hamilton County |
| Municipality | Cincinnati City |
| Unified School District | Cincinnati City School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,309.00 (-1.83%) | $330,061 (-) Land $102,235 Building $227,826 | |
| 2024 | $20,687.00 (+2.72%) | $330,061 (-) Land $102,235 Building $227,826 | |
| 2023 | $20,139.00 (-2.1%) | $330,061 (+9.11%) Land $102,235 Building $227,826 | $943,030 Land $292,100 Building $650,930 |
| 2022 | $20,572.00 Homeowner's exemption | $302,502 Land $74,652 Building $227,850 | |
| 2020 | $864,290 Land $213,290 Building $651,000 |
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.
FEMA maps place 2562 Observatory Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 5 flood claims nearby since 1997.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective December 22, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 4 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 5 (1997–2026) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 5 of 5 |
| Most Recent Claim | Jul 2026 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 2562 Observatory Ave is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 90% of Ohio |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CINCINNATI PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves 800,000 people · EPA ID OH3102612 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2024 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 352 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| altafiber Network Solutions Fiber | 3,000 / 3,000 |
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures