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Step back in time to this Kettering treasure; the Cox Mansion, also know as Trails End. Built in 1916 by Ohio Governor, James Cox, this beautiful and historic French Renaissance estate is situated on over 5 acres and was designed by Oswald Hering of New York, featuring over 15,000 sq ft. of finished living area. A grand entrance welcomes visitors with a spiral staircase, tiled floors, and fireplace with custom mantle. A warm and inviting paneled library with custom book shelves has new custom flooring with fireplace. A massive living room with paneled walls and fireplace also has new custom hardwood flooring in keeping with the history of the mansion. A gorgeous new kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz counters, all stainless steel appliances including a wine refrigerator. Current owners have also completed a custom wet bar with rich stained cabinetry with granite counters including a wine refrigerator and icemaker. The banquet sized reception room offers a full wall of windows and seating for very large groups. The convenient first floor laundry has double washers and dryers. Upstairs, find refinished hardwood flooring along with 5 bedrooms; each with a full bathroom. Lower level walkout basement has four additional bedrooms and 3 full bath with 2 half baths Outside, find a newly built inground swimming pool with slide, attractive fence, large patio area surrounding the pool, and tennis courts plus paver patio area. This residence has been used as an AirBnB and in yesteryear, it has hosted dignitaries including President Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Franklin D Roosevelt, and Harry Truman. Please note that all furnishings convey with the property. Current owners have installed a new kitchen, bar, swimming pool, replaced roof top HVAC units, completed a comprehensive electrical upgrade, refinished architectural trim and more! This estate is an historical masterpiece!

Highlights

  • Residential
  • Single Family Residence
  • Built in 1916
  • 5.045 Acre Lot
  • 48 days on Market

  • Bedrooms
    9
  • Bathrooms
    8 full · 3 half
  • Year Built
    1916
  • Stories
    2.0
  • Construction Materials
    Stucco
  • Parking Features
    No Garage
  • Living Area
    15388.0
  • Interior Features
    Kitchen Island
  • Appliances
    Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal, Cooktop, Wine Cooler
  • Exterior Features
    Tennis Court(s)
  • Patio And Porch
    Patio
  • Pool Features
    In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Cooling
    Central Air
  • Heating
    Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Basement
    Finished, Full

  • Acres
    5.045
  • Utilities
    Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water
    Public


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What is the price per square foot for this home?

This home is listed at $2,500,000 with 15,388 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $162 per square foot.

How long has this property been on the market?

3500 Governors Trl was listed on September 24, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 48 days.

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When was this house built?

This home was built in 1916, making it approximately 110 years old.

What is the lot size of this property?

3500 Governors Trl sits on a 5.05-acre lot, which is 219,978 square feet.

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