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Price Drop: $5K (09/25)
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$45,000
Monthly Est:$224
3 Beds
1 Bath1 full bath
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838 Fess Ave, Akron, OH 44307
$45,000
$224/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
$-- HOA
0.11 acre lot
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Description
Investment Opportunity or Value-Add Project in Akron!Bring your vision, toolbelt, and contractor! 838 Fess Ave is a classic 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom two-story colonial offering 1,393 sq. ft. of blank-canvas living space in Akron, OH. Built in 1919, this property boasts strong architectural bones, a spacious 7-room interior layout, and great potential for a full renovation or custom overhaul. Whether you're an investor looking to add a high-return rental to your portfolio, a flipper seeking your next profitable project, or a handy buyer wanting to build sweat equity, this property is full of possibilities.Key Property Features & Investment PotentialSpacious Layout: Offers a generous 1,393 sq. ft. floor plan with traditional formal living and dining spaces, plus 3 upper-level bedrooms and a full bath. Sweat Equity Built In: Needs cosmetic and functional updates, allowing you to choose your own finishes, update the kitchen/bath, and maximize ROI.Low-Maintenance Yard: Sits on a 4,950 sq. ft. lot (0.11 acres)—easy to manage while offering space for landscaping upgrades. Existing Infrastructure: Benefits from central air conditioning and central heating systems already in place.
- Houzeo last checked: 5 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 8, 2026 at 5:53 pm
- Listing Provided by: Jeffrey Schultheis (419) 295-6771 DRE #2021008674 | I Heart Real Estate, LLC. (800) 259-7670
- Source: MLS Now-OH | MLS#: 5248197
Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
2
County
City
Neighborhood
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Year Built
1919
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
- sqft
Lot Size
0.11 acre lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MLS Now
MLS Number
5248197
MLS Status
Active
Days on Market
14
Cumulative Days on Market
13
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom: 1
Interior
Sewer
Public Sewer
Cooling
None
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Home type
Single Family Residence
Property Condition
Fixer
Architectural Style
Craftsman
Roof
Asphalt, Fiberglass
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
Utilities & Energy
Water Source
Public
Basement
Full
Parking Features
Off Street
Other Features
Subdivision Name
Lookout Heights
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
09/25/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $45,000 -10.00% $0/sqft |
09/25/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $49,999 $0/sqft |
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