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For sale by owner
  • $55,000

    1245 Forbes Ave, Akron, OH 44306

    4beds
    1,272sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1928
    6,100 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $43/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Four bedroomsCovered front porchLarge dining room
    Affordable East Akron home with plenty of potential for a buyer ready to renovate and make it their own. This classic brick Colonial features a covered front porch, spacious living room with fireplace, large dining room, and a mudroom. The home offers four bedrooms; three upstairs and a smaller first-floor bedroom that can also serve as a home office. The full bathroom is located upstairs. A detached 2-car garage provides additional parking and storage space. Additional property features include: Basement Windows remain under warranty Home is equipped for central air; exterior condenser unit is not included Property is being sold AS-IS. Cash and financed offers will be considered. Buyers using financing are responsible for confirming that the property's current condition meets their lender's requirements. Showings by appointment only. All showings will be supervised. Proof of funds or lender preapproval required for showing. Contact seller for additional information or to schedule a showing.
    What the owner loves about this home
    This home is close to the highway as well as public transportation. It is a corner house offering additional street parking,
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    Property Owner (330) 690-0349

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Range / Oven, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Vinyl, Brick
      Lot
      • Size: 6,100 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 6849016

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      Materials
      • brick
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1928

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Akron

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $43/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $63,980
      • Annual tax amount: $1,614
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,345/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for sale$55,000$43/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,614 -4.1%$22,400
        2024$1,682 +17.1%$22,400
        2023$1,437 +22.2%$22,400 +64.6%
        2022$1,176 -0.1%$13,605
        2021$1,177 $13,605
        2020-- $13,605 +7.1%
        2019$1,125 +1.8%$12,702 -0.1%
        2018$1,105 -7.5%$12,710
        2017$1,194 $12,710
        2016$1,194 $12,710
        2015$1,194 +0.6%$12,710
        2014$1,186 -3.3%$12,710 -6.3%
        2013$1,226 +2.5%$13,570
        2012$1,196 +43.3%$13,570
        2011$835 -8%$13,570 -12.4%
        2010$907 $15,488
        2009-- $15,488
        2008$1,052 -7.2%$15,488 -14.1%
        2007$1,134 +1.3%$18,029
        2006$1,119 +18.2%$18,029
        2005$947 $18,029 +7.2%
        2004-- $16,825
        2003$895 -0.6%$16,825
        2002$901 -15.7%$16,825 -8.8%
        2001$1,069 +7.1%$18,442
        2000$998 $18,442
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: East Akron

        Getting around

        45 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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