Property Attributes
- MLS#5248197
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySummit
- CityAkron
- NeighborhoodLookout Heights
- Zip44307
- Style
- Year Built1919
- Taxes$ 1200
- Price$ 49,999
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Lot Size0.1136 Acres
Data Source:
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Property 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.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/25/2026 | Listed $49,999 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Gas |
| Cooling | None |
| Possession | Delivery Of Deed |
| Roof | Asphalt,Fiberglass |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1919 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Township | Akron |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Summit |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Lookout Heights |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Between Superior Ave, and Pontiac ST |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-09-25T21:09:01.777-00:00 |
| City | Akron |
| High School District | Akron CSD - 7701 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1200 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Fixer |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Middle/Junior School District | Akron CSD - 7701 |
| Elementary School District | Akron CSD - 7701 |
| Year Built Source | Appraiser |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | AKRON |
| Legal Description | LOOKOUT HTS LOT 82 ALL CLIFTON AVE |
Interior Features
| Basement | Full |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Off Street |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.1136 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1136 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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