Two-story residence featuring a covered front porch with brick pillars and balusters - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Two-story property with brick porch columns, green siding, and a detached garage featuring a white overhead door - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Interior space featuring wood-finish flooring, white baseboards, and neutral wall paint - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 4 of 33
Interior room featuring dark wood-finish flooring, light-toned wall paint, and white trim molding - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Bathroom featuring a white vanity with integrated sink, brushed nickel faucet, and a large wall-mounted mirror - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 7 of 33
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Kitchen featuring white shaker cabinetry, white countertops, a stainless steel sink with a gooseneck faucet, and wood-finish flooring - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Compact kitchen space featuring wood-finish flooring, white cabinetry with silver hardware, a single basin sink with a black faucet, and twin windows - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Kitchenette featuring white cabinetry, a single basin sink with a matte black faucet, and wood-finish flooring - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 12 of 33
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Hardwood flooring paired with neutral wall tones - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 16 of 33
Spacious attic with exposed wood beams, finished wood flooring, and a double-hung window - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Spacious attic with exposed structural beams, plank flooring, and a double-hung window providing natural light - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Bathroom featuring a white vanity with an integrated sink, a built-in tub and shower combination with a single-handle faucet, a window above the shower, and a ceiling-mounted exhaust fan - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 20 of 33
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Unfinished basement featuring painted brick walls, exposed ceiling joists, and concrete flooring - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Basement utility area featuring exposed ductwork, multiple HVAC units, and painted concrete walls - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Dual electrical panels mounted on plywood backing - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Utility sink with plumbing connections - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Detached two-car garage featuring horizontal siding and a gable roofline - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Two-car garage featuring exposed wood framing, concrete flooring, and an automatic garage door opener - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
Duplex at 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland, photo 29 of 33
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Multi-level residence featuring light green siding and a brick foundation - 12816 Forest Avenue, Cleveland
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$194,500

12816 Forest Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44120
Listed by John D. Watson · Progressive Urban Real Estate Co
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,994 sqft
Year built
1923

About this home

This fully renovated duplex has been transformed from top to bottom with quality updates throughout and is available for owner occupants only, 15 year tax abatement is pending. units feature beautiful wood flooring, fresh paint, all new 2026 mechanicals, central air, new electrical systems, PEX plumbing, and new vinyl double-pane windows. The kitchens have been completely updated with white soft-close cabinetry, dishwashers, and modern finishes. Each bathroom offers a brand-new tub and shower, new vanity, and updated light fixtures. The unfinished attic provides additional storage potential, while the spacious basement includes abundant storage space and separate washer and dryer hookups for both units. A newly constructed detached garage adds even more value to this exceptional property. Located just minutes from the vibrant Shaker Square area, you'll enjoy easy access to local restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, parks, and everyday amenities. Commuting is convenient with nearby access to Opportunity Corridor with convenient connections to I-90, I-77, I-71 and hospitals. This is an outstanding opportunity for an owner occupant looking for a move in ready property in a well connected location.

Property details

MLS
NOWDD
MLS #
5230446
Property type
Duplex
Subdivision
Rice Heights Allotment 02
Status
Active
Days on market
23
On market date
July 28, 2026
Stories
2
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.1212 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Boulevard Elementary School
0.81 mi away · Grades 0-4
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
308
Student:teacher ratio
16.2:1
District
Shaker Heights City
Middle
Woodbury Elementary School
0.98 mi away · Grades 4-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
651
Student:teacher ratio
13.9:1
District
Shaker Heights City
High
Shaker Hts High School
1.24 mi away · Grades 8-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,566
Student:teacher ratio
15.1:1
District
Shaker Heights City

Walkability

Blended score for Cleveland's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

72
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
10.7 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores12
Parks11
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies6

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Cleveland, from live MLS data.

On the market 23 days -- 27 fewer days than Cleveland's current average of 50 days.
For reference, the median list price across 2,478 active listings in Cleveland right now is $130,000.

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$38,900 down
$155,600 loan
Principal & interest$1,009
Property tax (est.)$162
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by NOWDD via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 20, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.