Welcome to 279 Cross St, Akron, Ohio! This beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm. Recently renovated bathrooms, kitchen, and attic provide a fresh and contemporary feel throughout the house.
Key Features:
Recently Renovated: Both bathrooms, kitchen, and attic have been recently updated, offering a modern and stylish living space.
Upgrades: Brand new windows and central air have been installed, providing excellent insulation and comfort year-round.
Investor's Dream: Currently leased until July 2026, this property brings in $1,400 a month from tenants who pay all utilities, making it a hassle-free investment opportunity.
Location is everything, and this home does not disappoint! Situated just a few blocks from the University of Akron, it's an ideal location for student rentals or families looking for a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to campus and amenities.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with great rental potential in a prime location. Contact us today to schedule a viewing!
For sale by owner
$130,000
279 Cross St, Akron, OH 44311
5beds
1,461sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1904
2,038 Square Feet Lot
$127,000 Zestimate®
$89/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recently renovated bathroomsCentral airBrand new windows
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Listed by:
Property Owner (440) 714-1490
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,461 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Off-street, Garage
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 2,038 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6823720
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
Materials
- Metal
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1904
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Akron
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $89/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $88,040
- Annual tax amount: $2,016
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
Estimated market value
$127,000
$121,000 - $133,000
$1,499/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000$89/sqft |
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| 10/1/2026 | Listing removed | $130,000$89/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $130,000-7.1%$89/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $140,000-6.7%$96/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000+15.4%$103/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000+8.3%$89/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Price change | $1,400-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,500+7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 6/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400+12%$1/sqft |
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| 7/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $120,000+42%$82/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/29/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,250+4.2%$1/sqft |
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| 3/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/23/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 10/12/2021 | Sold | $84,500$58/sqft |
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| 8/7/2021 | Pending sale | $84,500$58/sqft |
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| 7/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $84,500+16.6%$58/sqft |
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| 5/20/2020 | Listing removed | $72,500$50/sqft |
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| 3/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $72,500-9.3%$50/sqft |
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| 8/8/2019 | Listing removed | $79,900$55/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $79,900+10.2%$55/sqft |
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| 3/12/2018 | Sold | $72,500$50/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,016 +1.9% | $30,820 |
| 2024 | $1,978 +20.6% | $30,820 |
| 2023 | $1,641 +17.3% | $30,820 +50.3% |
| 2022 | $1,399 -1.7% | $20,511 +1% |
| 2021 | $1,423 | $20,311 |
| 2020 | -- | $20,311 +44.1% |
| 2019 | $1,086 +1.3% | $14,092 +0% |
| 2018 | $1,072 +14.5% | $14,090 |
| 2017 | $936 | $14,090 +17.5% |
| 2016 | $936 | $11,990 |
| 2015 | $936 +0.8% | $11,990 |
| 2014 | $929 +1.9% | $11,990 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $912 +1% | $12,000 |
| 2012 | $902 +18.8% | $12,000 0% |
| 2011 | $759 -19% | $12,006 -22.8% |
| 2010 | $937 | $15,548 |
| 2009 | -- | $15,548 |
| 2008 | $977 +5.1% | $15,548 +0% |
| 2007 | $929 +0.8% | $15,544 |
| 2006 | $922 +18.7% | $15,544 |
| 2005 | $776 | $15,544 +1.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $15,345 |
| 2003 | $773 -0.7% | $15,345 |
| 2002 | $778 -5.3% | $15,345 +4.4% |
| 2001 | $822 +16.7% | $14,694 |
| 2000 | $704 | $14,694 |
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Neighborhood: University Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Akron CSD
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







