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Contingent
$249,900
3beds
1,876sqft

156 Melbourne Ave, Akron, OH 44313

3beds
1,876sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1943
8,250 sqft
2 Garage spaces
$133 price/sqft

What's special

Private patio and backyardSs appliancesCustom original woodworkDouble sinkArched entrywaysWoodburning fireplaceBreakfast nook

Classic 3BR 1.5BA Castle Park center-hall colonial brimming with old world charm and quality displayed in the hardwood floors throughout most of 1st floor and entire 2nd floor, arched entryways, custom original woodwork, and even the original leaded glass front door! The 1st floor features modern but retro inspired eat-in kitchen w/ double sink, SS appliances, and breakfast nook, spacious living room w/ woodburning fireplace and access to rear screened in porch, front formal dining room packed with natural light, and a cozy half bath. The 2nd floor hosts 3 well-appointed bedrooms including the master, and a full bath. This home also hosts a partially finished basement with nature stone flooring and rec room that’s been waterproofed, concrete drive w/ turn around, private patio and backyard, and a 2 car detached garage. Some updates include roof ‘20 and hot h2o tank ‘23. Enjoy prime location for all the annual Castle Park neighborhood festivities and parties while being conveniently located .25 mi from Hardesty Park & Wallhaven shopping and dining, a 5-min drive to I-77, and < 10 min drive to downtown Akron.

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Likely to sell faster than

Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5236207MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
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Living Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

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Listing updated:

Listed by:

Ryan Shaffer 330-329-6904 ryan@330realestate.com,

EXP Realty, LLC.

Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5236207MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
  • Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: In Basement
Features
  • Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,876
  • Total interior livable area: 1,876 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 1,508
  • Finished area below ground: 368
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Paved
  • Garage spaces: 2
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
  • Fencing: Partial,Wood
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City
Lot
  • Size: 8,250 Square Feet
  • Features: Back Yard, City Lot
Details
  • Parcel number: 6816022

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
  • Year built: 1943

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: Castle Park
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Akron

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $133/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $182,380
  • Annual tax amount: $4,093
  • Date on market: 8/14/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 20 days
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Price history

DateEventPrice
8/17/2026Contingent$249,900$133/sqft
Source: eXp Realty #5236207 Report a problem
8/14/2026Listed for sale$249,900+33.6%$133/sqft
Source: MLS Now #5236207 Report a problem
6/13/2019Sold$187,000-4.1%$100/sqft
Source: MLS Now #4092251 Report a problem
5/23/2019Pending sale$195,000$104/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #4092251 Report a problem
5/2/2019Listed for sale$195,000+30%$104/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Results #4092251 Report a problem
7/19/2011Sold$150,000-3.8%$80/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/22/2011Price change$155,900-1.3%$83/sqft
Source: Cutler Real Estate #3177880 Report a problem
12/5/2010Price change$157,900-1.3%$84/sqft
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10/17/2010Listed for sale$159,900-5.9%$85/sqft
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8/5/2010Listing removed$169,900$91/sqft
Source: Howard Hanna - Akron/Fairlawn #3117927 Report a problem
6/19/2010Listed for sale$169,900$91/sqft
Source: Howard Hanna #3117927 Report a problem
5/3/2010Listing removed$169,900$91/sqft
Source: Howard Hanna - Akron/Fairlawn #3117927 Report a problem
3/27/2010Listed for sale$169,900+4.6%$91/sqft
Source: Howard Hanna #3117927 Report a problem
11/8/2001Sold$162,500+3.5%$87/sqft
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11/1/2000Sold$157,000$84/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$4,094 +0.2%$63,830
2024$4,087 +20.6%$63,830
2023$3,389 +2.2%$63,830 +30.1%
2022$3,316 -0.1%$49,060
2021$3,319 $49,060
2020-- $49,060 -5.7%
2019$3,793 +1.4%$52,000
2018$3,742 -1.6%$52,000
2017$3,802 $52,000
2016$3,802 $52,000
2015$3,802 +0.8%$52,000
2014$3,771 -0.6%$52,000 -2.8%
2013$3,795 +0.6%$53,480
2012$3,774 +14.7%$53,480
2011$3,289 +1%$53,480 -3.7%
2010$3,256 $55,553
2009-- $55,553
2008$3,326 -0.7%$55,553 -5.4%
2007$3,350 +0.7%$58,734
2006$3,327 +18.8%$58,734
2005$2,799 $58,734 +12%
2004-- $52,455
2003$2,528 -0.7%$52,455
2002$2,545 +17.2%$52,455 +30.1%
2001$2,172 +16.9%$40,307
2000$1,858 $40,307

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$1,637/mo
Principal & interest
$1333
Property taxes
$304
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Neighborhood: Wallhaven

Nearby schools

Case Community Learning Center
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10
Litchfield Community Learning Center
Grades 6-8 • 0.5 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Firestone High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10
College Readiness Rating
6/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10

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