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516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 — Sold $117,000 by Matthew Joost
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512
Another pre-probate listing closed by Matthew Joost in Defiance County, OH. Good work.
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512
Final sold price
SOLD$117,000
What sold at 516 Ralston Ave, and for how much?
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 sold for $117,000 on June 8, 2026. The listing was handled by Matthew Joost of RE/MAX Realty of Defiance. The property is a residential, 2 bed, 1 bath, 864 sq ft, built in 1947. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Defiance County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $117,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 2 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 864 sq ft |
| Year built | 1947 |
| County | Defiance County, OH |
| Listing agent | Matthew Joost, RE/MAX Realty of Defiance |
| APN | B013121001400 |
| MLS # | 10006119 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Defiance County, Ohio from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance OH 43512
Property profile
- Address
- 516 Ralston Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Defiance, OH, 43512
- County
- Defiance County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 2 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1947
- APN
- B013121001400
Mailing address
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 12/15/2025
- Assessed value
- $23,790
- MLS #
- 10006119
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$135Calculated from a 864 sq ft building and $117,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value492%Sold price was 492% of the $23,790 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale175Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio11%Building footprint covers about 11% of the 8,102 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Pre-probate sales rarely move quickly, but Matthew Joost of RE/MAX Realty of Defiance and RE/MAX Realty of Defiance got 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance OH 43512 in Defiance closed cleanly. RE/MAX Realty of Defiance stepped in as the buyer and the family walked away with the certainty they came in looking for. The home closed at $117,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Matthew Joost, RE/MAX Realty of Defiance
- RE/MAX Realty of Defiance
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 sell for?
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 sold for $117,000 on 06/08/2026.
When did 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 sell?
The transfer of 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 was recorded on in Defiance County, OH.
Who sold 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512?
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 was listed by Matthew Joost, RE/MAX Realty of Defiance.
Who represented the buyer of 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512?
The buyer of 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 was represented by RE/MAX Realty of Defiance.
What kind of property is 516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512?
516 Ralston Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 2 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1947.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Defiance?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Defiance County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by OH and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Defiance County, Ohio from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
To pull the recorded deed for this parcel, start with the Defiance County, Ohio recorder of deeds. To understand how a pre-probate sale reaches closing, start with the references below.
- Public Records Online Directory
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- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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