
Land for Sale in Norwich, Ohio
1600 Hardesty Rd, Norwich, OH 43762
Tract 2 of the Hardesty Road split puts 10.5 acres of clean open ground in your hands at 1600 Hardesty Road in Highland Township, Muskingum County. This is part of a larger 8-tract parcel split covering approximately 242 acres, and each tract is available for individual purchase. The ground here is workable and practical, laid out well for someone looking to build a home and establish a mid-sized farming operation. Electric access is available at the road, making this a straightforward build-ready site without the cost of a long utility run. There is room on this parcel for equipment storage, livestock, gardens, and all the elements of a productive rural homestead. The terrain is manageable and suited for hands-on landowners who want ground they can put to work from day one. Highland Township offers a quiet, rural setting with low traffic and good distance from neighbors while still keeping you close to essentials. New Concord and Muskingum University are only about 4 miles to the west, providing access to restaurants, shops, and community events. Zanesville, the Muskingum County seat, is roughly 18 miles west with full services including hospitals, major retailers, and government offices. Cambridge sits about 15 miles to the east and Columbus is about 67 miles west via I-70 for anything the smaller towns cannot cover. Recreational options in the region include Seneca Lake for boating and fishing roughly 25 miles east, and The Wilds conservation center about 25 miles southeast. At $12,381 per acre, this tract is priced to move and offers real value for anyone looking to secure a rural homesite in eastern Ohio. The combination of usable open ground, available utilities, and a location that balances privacy with convenience makes this a solid buy. Whether your plan is a new home build, a small hobby farm, or a homestead setup, this 10.5-acre parcel checks the right boxes. Ohio Land for Sale Details: • 10.5 Acres in Highland Township, Muskingum County, Ohio • Part of 8-Tract Parcel Split (~242 Total Acres) • Clean Open Ground, Build-Ready • Electric Access Available • Ideal for New Home Build or Small Farm • Room for Equipment, Gardens, and Animals • Workable, Practical Ground • Quiet Rural Setting in Highland Township • Township: Highland Township • School District: East Muskingum Local School District • Coordinates: 39.9517, -81.7456 • Utilities: Electric available. No minerals convey. City water TBD. • Annual Taxes: TBD • Showings STRICTLY by appointment only • Licensed Agent MUST be present for all showings • All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed --- Local Attractions: • The Wilds (~25 miles) - World's largest wildlife conservation center • Seneca Lake (~25 miles) - Camping, boating, fishing • Wolf Run State Park (~35 miles) - 1,338 acres of recreation • New Concord (~4 miles) - Home of Muskingum University • Zanesville (~18 miles) - Muskingum County seat • Cambridge (~15 miles) - Guernsey County seat • Columbus (~67 miles) - State capital via I-70
Location
- Street address
- 1600 Hardesty Rd
- County
- Muskingum County
- Elevation
- 944 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 10.5 acres
- MLS #
- MyStateMLS 11679982
- Posted
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | New listing | $130,000 | — | MyStateMLS |










