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844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 — Sold $171,000 by Gay Smith
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365
Another pre-probate listing closed by Gay Smith in Shelby County, OH. Good work.
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365
Final sold price
SOLD$171,000
What sold at 844 Merri Ln, and for how much?
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 sold for $171,000 on September 4, 2026. The listing was handled by Gay Smith of Gay Smith/Associates. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,306 sq ft, built in 1975. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Shelby County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $171,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,306 sq ft |
| Year built | 1975 |
| County | Shelby County, OH |
| Listing agent | Gay Smith, Gay Smith/Associates |
| APN | 01-2204354.013 |
| MLS # | 957694 |
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 Shelby County, Ohio from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 844 Merri Ln, Sidney OH 45365
Property profile
- Address
- 844 Merri Ln
- City / state / ZIP
- Sidney, OH, 45365
- County
- Shelby County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1975
- APN
- 01-2204354.013
Mailing address
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 12/01/2025
- Assessed value
- $49,610
- MLS #
- 957694
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$131Calculated from a 1,306 sq ft building and $171,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value345%Sold price was 345% of the $49,610 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale277Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio16%Building footprint covers about 16% of the 8,375 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Gay Smith of Gay Smith/Associates guided the listing at 844 Merri Ln, Sidney OH 45365 in Sidney, Test Office represented the buyer, and Test Office closed the deal. That turned a pre-probate filing into a finished transaction. The home closed at $171,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Gay Smith, Gay Smith/Associates
- Test Office
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 sell for?
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 sold for $171,000 on 09/04/2026.
When did 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 sell?
The transfer of 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 was recorded on in Shelby County, OH.
Who sold 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365?
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 was listed by Gay Smith, Gay Smith/Associates.
Who represented the buyer of 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365?
The buyer of 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 was represented by Test Office.
What kind of property is 844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365?
844 Merri Ln, Sidney, OH 45365 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1975.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Sidney?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Shelby 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 Shelby County, Ohio from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Shelby County, Ohio recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- 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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