755 DENNISON Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215 (MLS# 216014393)

755 DENNISON Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215

$1,550,000

Designed by noted Columbus Architect Frank Packard in the Gothic Revival style.

Entry (Dennison) through ceramic tiled double-doored vestibule.

Main staircase and landing are original restored with oak rail, delicate spindles, and carved newel post with torchiere.

Open floor plan with red oak flooring throughout and period-inspired Rejuvenation Fixtures throughout.

Features Venetian plaster ceilings and leafed oak doors to multiple closets.

Custom wrought-iron bookshelves with oak shelving by Fortin Iron Works. Includes brass book lights.

Fireplace with ventless gas burning logs.

Round turret with city views and custom window treatment "tent" drapery installation; Pierre Frey & Rubelli silk fabric.

Pocket doors open to a wet bar with red onyx counter, beverage fridge, copper sink, cherry cabinetry with birds eye backsplash, under-cabinet and glass cabinet lighting.

Leaded glass French doors open to the Dining Room with city views.

Custom valance and drapery treatments made of Pierre Frey & Rubelli silk. Original gas log fireplace with original teal tile surround.

Corbett "Phillippe" scroll-work chandelier over island. Kitchen features granite counters with blue lagos beveled stone backsplash, carved oak woodwork, and quilted stainless steel surfaces including over sized custom strapped hood.

Stainless steel appliances include: Miele all-refrigerator, Induction cook-top, Bosch Dishwasher, Sil-granit sink with Hansgrohe faucet/sprayer, pot-filler (Kohler Karbon), and high-velocity exhaust fan with remote blower.

Additional amenities include: pull-out “Boos-block” butcher block, - full-height Rev-a-Shelf pull-outs with stainless shelving, and - speakers in ceiling.

Tech cable lighting, pin-point halogens, under-cabinet lighting, Lutron scene control, and iron-work open shelving..

Rift & quarter-sawn oak cabinetry with unique gothic turning & walnut burl veneer.

Sitting area with ventless gas log burning fireplace with back-lit onyx surround.

Set of "Butler" swinging doors open to the the Butler's Pantry, featuring a quilted stainless-faced Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer. Stainless countertop with integral utility sink and disposal, hansgrohe faucet with sprayer, lighted glass shelving, oak cabinetry, and a Miele dishwasher.

Built-in cubbies with lights, radiant heated tile flooring, storage bench, and built-in bookshelf.

French doors open to the patio and overlook the backyard.

With shower, radiant heated tile flooring, solid surface vanity, and linen storage.

Features a built-in media cabinet for flat screen with component storage, surround system wiring with amp & subwoofer, cherry woodwork, Venetian Fortuny light fixtures, and custom Roman shades.

Original leaded glass with Peter Peter Sells, of Sells Circus fame, intials at the central stair.

Generous landing for all bedrooms and study/sitting room.

Entry to Master Suite and second stair case. There is a framed space for potential dedicated laundry room or additional bath.

Master Suite has custom window treatments, upholstered head-board, chandelier & sconces as well as in-direct lighting.

Lighted, integrated shelving, architectural salvage molding and plaster-work.

Master Bath features: Full-height marble tiled on 3 walls in honed herring-bone pattern, marble vanity w/ marble drawer-fronts, double Kohler sink, All Kohler fixtures and accessories.

Glass-enclosed shower with marble seat and roman soaking tub.

Hall includes linen storage and open shelving.

Generous dressing room with Elfa shelving system, stacked washer/dryer, and a pull-down ironing board behind sliding mirrored doors.

Guest bedroom with closet featuring Elfa shelving system.

With decorative original tiled fireplace and closet with Elfa shelving.

Guest bedroom featuring city views and entrance to upper terrace.

French doors open to a private terrace overlooking Goodale Park. Features include: “Trax” flooring system, brick parapet wall with iron railing, and custom lighting.

With ceramic subway tile, shower/tub, pedestal sink, linen cabinet.

Expansive great room with full entertaining kitchen (sink/disposal, DW, gas range, fridge, pantry, custom cherry cabinetry & ceramic tile floor.

Media space with arched windows is wired for surround sound.

Guest bedroom w/ walk-in closet & adjacent to bath.

Guest bath with glass-enclosed shower, double vanity, original vintage free-standing tub.

Privacy gated side yard overlooking Goodale Park. Briar hill sandstone stoop plinths are from the former Terrell home on the site demolished in the ‘20s.

Attached outdoor fireplace with brick-work to match house/carriage house; glazed parapet wall tiles and chimney pot; sandstone hearth and mantel (with up-lighting); iron grate by “Grate Wall of Fire”; gothic arched log storage.

Patio was constructed in 2011 with full footings for an enclosed structure (Commission-approved plans prepared by Behal Sampson Dietz).

Stone for beds & retaining wall excavated from former Terrell home on the site demolished in the ‘20s.

Pictured on the left is the 2-car garage for the Carriage House, pictured on the right is the 4-car garage for the Main House. Constructed in 2011, the 4-car (2x2 tandem) garage features thermostat -controlled radiant flooring, generous lighting, and electrical outlets.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 7,414 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,682 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,550,000 List Date: 8/22/2016 Last Modified: 1/14/2025

Overview

Description

Spectacular 1895 Gothic Revival mansion overlooking Goodale Park, the ''Circus House'' has been exquisitely renovated by interior designer/owner Fritz Harding with an incredible attention to detail. The fine architectural elements: original tiled fireplaces & different hardwood finish in each room, all combined with all newer renovation including all new onyx kitchen, baths and new carrara master. Countless updates of details are attached to MLS. Views of downtown skyline from multiple rooms as well as the 2nd floor balcony. See A2A remarks.

Listing Details MLS# 216014393

Location Property Info

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Original List Price: 1595000
Street #: 755
Street Name: DENNISON
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Franklin
State: OH
Zip Code: 43215
School District: COLUMBUS CSD 2503 FRA CO.
Township: None
Subdiv/Cmplx/Comm: Victorian Village

OfficeContract Info

MLS Entry Date: 2016-04-29

General Property Info

Total Baths: 6
Baths F.H: 4.2
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 2
Built Prior to 1978: Yes
Garage/EnclosdSpaces: 4
Year Built: 1920
SqFt Documented: 7414
SqFt ATFLS: 7414
ATFLS Source: Realist
Lot Size (Side): 116
Acreage: 0.36
Manufactured Housing Y/N: No
HOA/COA Y/N: No
Comm Dev Chrg: No

Tax Info

Parcel #: 010-035316
Tax Year: 2015
Taxes (Yrly): 26591

Remarks Misc

Directions: On the corner of Dennison Avenue & Buttles Avenue.

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2016-08-19
Sold Date: 2016-12-15
Sold Price/SqFt: 209.06

More Information

Bedroom Level

Beds UP1: 5

Full Baths Level

Full Baths UP1: 3
Full B Entry Level: Yes

Half Baths Level

Half B Entry Level: Yes
Half Bath Down1: Yes

Living Room Level

Living R Entry Level: Yes

Dining Room Level

Dining Entry Level: Yes

Eating Space Level

Eating S Entry Level: Yes

Family Room Level

Family R Entry Level: Yes

Rec Room Level

Rec Room UP2: Yes

Utility Space Level

Utility Entry Level: Yes

Basement

Basement Y/N: Yes

Accessible Features

Accessible Features: No

Sale Info

Seller Assisted Fin: N
Seller/Buyer Concessions: N

Location & Property Info

List Price/SqFt: 215.13
City (Mailing Addr): Columbus
Corp LimitPerAuditor: Columbus
New Construction: No

Remarks & Misc

Property Description: Spectacular 1895 Gothic Revival mansion overlooking Goodale Park, the ''Circus House'' has been exquisitely renovated by interior designer/owner Fritz Harding with an incredible attention to detail. The fine architectural elements: original tiled fireplaces & different hardwood finish in each room, all combined with all newer renovation including all new onyx kitchen, baths and new carrara master. Countless updates of details are attached to MLS. Views of downtown skyline from multiple rooms as well as the 2nd floor balcony. See A2A remarks.

Addl Acceptance Cond

None Known: Yes

Levels

Three: Yes

Common Walls

No Common Walls: Yes

Parking Features

4 Car Garage: Yes
Tandem: Yes

Basement Description

Full: Yes

Foundation

Block: Yes

Rooms

1st Flr Laundry: Yes
Bonus Room: Yes
Den/Home Office - Non Bsmt: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Eat Space/Kit: Yes
Family Rm/Non Bsmt: Yes
Living Room: Yes

Fireplace

Decorative: Yes
Gas Log: Yes

Heating

Geothermal: Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air: Yes

Den/Home Office Level

Den/Home Office UP1: Yes
Den/Home Office Entry Level: Yes

Interior Flooring

Wood: Yes

Interior Amenities

Dishwasher: Yes
Electric Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Security System: Yes

Fencing

Fenced: Yes

Exterior

Brick: Yes

MLS Primary PhotoSrc

Realtor Provided: Yes

Warranty

Home: Yes

Property Features

Levels: Three Common Walls: No Common Walls Addl Acceptance Cond: None Known Parking Features: 4 Car Garage; Tandem Basement Description: Full Foundation: Block Exterior: Brick Rooms: 1st Flr Laundry; Bonus Room; Den/Home Office - Non Bsmt; Dining Room; Eat Space/Kit; Family Rm/Non Bsmt; Living Room Fireplace: Decorative; Gas Log Heating: Geothermal Air Conditioning: Central Air Interior Flooring: Wood Interior Amenities: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Refrigerator; Security System Fencing: Fenced Warranty: Home MLS Primary PhotoSrc: Realtor Provided

Documents

755 Dennison Ave_Updates ›

Listing Office: HER, REALTORS

Listing Agent: Jeffery W Ruff

Last Updated: January - 14 - 2025

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