Active

$1,750,000

2721 N State Route 53
Tiffin, OH 44883

6
Beds: 8
Baths: 9,825
Sq Ft: 33.09
Acres: 4 car
Garage

About this home

The Hermitage. A century of architectural history along the Sandusky River. Completed in 1926, this English Tudor Revival estate occupies approx. 33 acres of mature grounds just outside Tiffin, Ohio. Commissioned by pottery execut...

List price: $1,750,000
Original list price: $1,750,000
Days on market: 15 days
Annual property taxes: $8,777 / year
Year built: 1926

MLS # 20261012200544052938000000 · Listed by David R Ludwig · Coldwell Banker Realty · Listed Oct 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 28, 2026

Property details

Listing overviewMLS-approved public listing fields

MLS number: 226039180
Status: Active
List price: $1,750,000
Original list price: $1,750,000
List date: Oct 21, 2026
Property type: Residential
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
County: Seneca
Township: Clinton
Parcel number: D17000216240000

TaxesMLS-approved public listing fields

Annual property tax: $8,777
Tax year: 2,025

Rooms and interiorMLS-approved public listing fields

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 8
Full bathrooms: 7
Half bathrooms: 2
Living area: 9,825 sq ft
Finished area: 9,825 sq ft
Basement: Yes
Fireplace: Yes

Exterior and lotMLS-approved public listing fields

Lot size: 33.09

ParkingMLS-approved public listing fields

Garage spaces: 4
Garage type: Yes

SchoolsMLS-approved public listing fields

School district: TIFFIN CSD 7407 SEN CO.

Listing and showing informationMLS-approved public listing fields

Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing agent: David R Ludwig
Co-listing agent: Kelly R Ludwig
Directions: Located on State Route 53.
Public remarks: The Hermitage. A century of architectural history along the Sandusky River. Completed in 1926, this English Tudor Revival estate occupies approx. 33 acres of mature grounds just outside Tiffin, Ohio. Commissioned by pottery executive and civic leader George C. Kalbfleisch & designed by Tiffin architect George W. Netcher, the residence reflects the craftsmanship of a substantial early twentieth-century country estate. Stonework, steep slate roofs and half-timbering introduce interiors rich in original detail: hand-carved woodwork, decorative ironwork, stained glass signed in Paris, and period fixtures. A defining feature is the built-in Skinner pipe organ, designed into the house during construction. Beyond the formal entertaining rooms and paneled library, the residence offers a variety of living spaces that reflect both the grandeur and everyday rhythms of the original household. A butler's pantry with original plate warmer, separate service areas, multiple staircases and a third-floor dance hall reveal a house designed for both family life and entertaining. A veranda, sleeping porch and small kitchen porch connect the residence to its grounds. A gated, winding drive leads to the home, with its subterranean four-car tandem garage, workbench and bath. The estate also includes a historic guest house, garden/summer house, a 36' x 48' pole barn built in 1982, and a smaller utility building. Mature trees, broad lawns, a pond and river frontage shape its private setting. Just minutes from Tiffin's historic downtown, The Hermitage offers access to a vibrant small city named one of Ohio Magazine's 2026-2027 Best Hometowns. Local highlights include Heidelberg University, Tiffin University and the historic Ritz Theatre. Columbus is approximately 90 miles away, with Findlay, Toledo and Cleveland also within reach; nearby Seneca County Airport serves general aviation. Celebrating its centennial in 2026, The Hermitage offers a distinctive opportunity for its next steward.

Provider and sourceMLS, status, agent, brokerage, and dates

MLS number: 20261012200544052938000000
Status: Active
MLS: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing agent: David R Ludwig
List date: Oct 21, 2026

Location & neighborhood

Named schools are not available from the reviewed sources for this listing.

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District: Tiffin City School District

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How this home fits the Tiffin market

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Estimated monthly housing cost

Home price$Down payment%Loan termInterest rate%Property taxes / year · MLS$Home insurance / year · Estimated$HOA/COA fees / month · Not provided$

Estimated monthly payment

$10,310

Estimated loan amount: $1,400,000

Principal & interest: $8,849
Property taxes: $731
Home insurance: $729
HOA/COA fees: Not included

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About this home

List price: $1,750,000
Original list price: $1,750,000
Days on market: 15 days
Annual property taxes: $8,777 / year
Year built: 1926

MLS # 20261012200544052938000000 · Listed by David R Ludwig · Coldwell Banker Realty · Listed Oct 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 28, 2026

Property details

Listing overviewMLS-approved public listing fields

MLS number: 226039180
Status: Active
List price: $1,750,000
Original list price: $1,750,000
List date: Oct 21, 2026
Property type: Residential
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
County: Seneca
Township: Clinton
Parcel number: D17000216240000

TaxesMLS-approved public listing fields

Annual property tax: $8,777
Tax year: 2,025

Rooms and interiorMLS-approved public listing fields

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 8
Full bathrooms: 7
Half bathrooms: 2
Living area: 9,825 sq ft
Finished area: 9,825 sq ft
Basement: Yes
Fireplace: Yes

Exterior and lotMLS-approved public listing fields

Lot size: 33.09

ParkingMLS-approved public listing fields

Garage spaces: 4
Garage type: Yes

SchoolsMLS-approved public listing fields

School district: TIFFIN CSD 7407 SEN CO.

Listing and showing informationMLS-approved public listing fields

Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing agent: David R Ludwig
Co-listing agent: Kelly R Ludwig
Directions: Located on State Route 53.
Public remarks: The Hermitage. A century of architectural history along the Sandusky River. Completed in 1926, this English Tudor Revival estate occupies approx. 33 acres of mature grounds just outside Tiffin, Ohio. Commissioned by pottery executive and civic leader George C. Kalbfleisch & designed by Tiffin architect George W. Netcher, the residence reflects the craftsmanship of a substantial early twentieth-century country estate. Stonework, steep slate roofs and half-timbering introduce interiors rich in original detail: hand-carved woodwork, decorative ironwork, stained glass signed in Paris, and period fixtures. A defining feature is the built-in Skinner pipe organ, designed into the house during construction. Beyond the formal entertaining rooms and paneled library, the residence offers a variety of living spaces that reflect both the grandeur and everyday rhythms of the original household. A butler's pantry with original plate warmer, separate service areas, multiple staircases and a third-floor dance hall reveal a house designed for both family life and entertaining. A veranda, sleeping porch and small kitchen porch connect the residence to its grounds. A gated, winding drive leads to the home, with its subterranean four-car tandem garage, workbench and bath. The estate also includes a historic guest house, garden/summer house, a 36' x 48' pole barn built in 1982, and a smaller utility building. Mature trees, broad lawns, a pond and river frontage shape its private setting. Just minutes from Tiffin's historic downtown, The Hermitage offers access to a vibrant small city named one of Ohio Magazine's 2026-2027 Best Hometowns. Local highlights include Heidelberg University, Tiffin University and the historic Ritz Theatre. Columbus is approximately 90 miles away, with Findlay, Toledo and Cleveland also within reach; nearby Seneca County Airport serves general aviation. Celebrating its centennial in 2026, The Hermitage offers a distinctive opportunity for its next steward.

Provider and sourceMLS, status, agent, brokerage, and dates

MLS number: 20261012200544052938000000
Status: Active
MLS: Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing agent: David R Ludwig
List date: Oct 21, 2026

Location & neighborhood

Named schools are not available from the reviewed sources for this listing.

Data details

District attendance-area locator

District: Tiffin City School District

MLS-reported school names are not guaranteed attendance assignments. Independently verify every school and attendance assignment with the district.

How this home fits the Tiffin market

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly housing cost

Home price$Down payment%Loan termInterest rate%Property taxes / year · MLS$Home insurance / year · Estimated$HOA/COA fees / month · Not provided$

Estimated monthly payment

$10,310

Estimated loan amount: $1,400,000

Principal & interest: $8,849
Property taxes: $731
Home insurance: $729
HOA/COA fees: Not included

“Not included” means no reliable source value was available. Enter a confirmed amount for a fuller estimate.

Planning estimate only—not a loan offer, official Loan Estimate, or insurance quote. Confirm actual costs with your lender and other providers.

Estimate details