Located in a prime rental area near the University of Akron, this spacious and fully leased investment property in downtown Akron is a turnkey opportunity you won’t want to miss. Inside, the home features five generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms—both recently updated for modern appeal. The layout offers flexibility and functionality, with one bedroom conveniently located on the first floor, three additional bedrooms on the second level, and a fifth bedroom tucked away in the finished third-floor attic space. The property has seen numerous updates throughout, including newer vinyl flooring, newer carpet, and all replacement windows. The kitchen is equipped with newer appliances, and major mechanicals have been well maintained with a hot water tank (2016), furnace (2018), and newer central air conditioning. Glass block windows in the basement add both security and efficiency. Clean, well-maintained, and truly move-in ready, this property is ideal for any investor looking to expand their portfolio in a high-demand rental location. With its proximity to campus, strong rental history, and extensive updates, this is a solid income-producing opportunity in the heart of Akron.
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Price cut: $10K (4/22)
$140,000
279 Cross St, Akron, OH 44311
5beds
1,487sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
2,038 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished third-floor attic spaceFive generously sized bedroomsNewer vinyl flooringNewer carpetAll replacement windows
- 96 days |
- 73 |
- 4 |
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Listed by:
Heather L Dimitrov 330-687-2144 heatherdimitrov@kw.com,
Keller Williams Elevate
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5196018
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,487
- Total interior livable area: 1,487 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,487
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 2,038 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6823720
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Voris & Steinbacher
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Akron
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $94/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $88,040
- Annual tax amount: $2,015
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $140,000-6.7%$94/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000+15.4%$101/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000+8.3%$87/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%$81/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 | $1,200-20%$1/sqft |
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| 10/12/2021 | Sold | $84,500$57/sqft |
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| 8/7/2021 | Pending sale | $84,500$57/sqft |
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| 7/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $84,500+16.6%$57/sqft |
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| 5/20/2020 | Listing removed | $72,500$49/sqft |
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| 3/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $72,500-9.3%$49/sqft |
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| 8/8/2019 | Listing removed | $79,900$54/sqft |
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| 7/26/2019 | Price change | $79,900-6%$54/sqft |
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| 6/24/2019 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 6/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $85,000+17.2%$57/sqft |
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| 5/26/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 3/12/2018 | Sold | $72,500$49/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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Climate risks
Neighborhood: University Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leggett Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Jennings Community Learning CenterGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 5/10North High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Akron CSD - 7701
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- Ohio
- Summit County
- Akron
- 44311
- University Park
- 279 Cross St







