838 Fess Avenue, Akron, OH 44307
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Transcendent Realty
Listed by: jeffrey schultheis
Office: i heart real estate, llc.
MLS#:5248197
Source:OH_NORMLS
Price summary
- Price:$49,999
About this home
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....
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Home facts
- Year built:1919
- Subdivision & Development:Lookout Heights
- Listing ID #:5248197
- Added:7 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 03, 2026 at 03:06 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:7
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Fiberglass
- Year built:1919
- Lot area:0.11 Acres
- Construction Materials:Wood Siding
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$49,999
- Tax amount:$1,200 (2025)
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