Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Akron! Perfectly situated just minutes from the university, this 1,152 sq. ft. property offers both convenience and comfort. The spacious living and dining rooms provide ample space for gatherings and daily living, while large windows invite natural light to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With four bedrooms, there’s plenty of room for family, guests, or even a home office. Ideal for first-time homebuyers looking for a move-in ready space that they can make their own, this property also presents a fantastic investment opportunity due to its proximity to the university. Don’t miss out on this gem—a blend of space, location, and potential awaits!
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$102,500
421 E Thornton St, Akron, OH 44311
4beds
1,152sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
4,800 Square Feet Lot
$93,300 Zestimate®
$89/sqft
$1,238 Estimated rent
Home value
$93,300
$71,000 - $116,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Larry Steinbacher 330-241-5370 lorenz.steinbacher@gmail.com,
Century 21 Transcendent Realty
Bought with:
Gwendolyn J Petway, 2001015917
Plum Tree Realty, LLC
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5132564
Originating MLS: Medina County Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Medina County Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 6.00
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 11.00
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 11.00
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 23.00
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 10.00
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 10.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 10.00
Sunroom
- Description: Flooring: Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 6.00
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, In Basement
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Paved
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,800 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 6716021
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ledge
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Akron
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $89/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $78,560
- Annual tax amount: $1,835
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/10/2026 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,200+4.3%$1/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listing removed | $1,150$1/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $1,150-4.2%$1/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,200-4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $102,500-2.3%$89/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $104,900$91/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Contingent | $104,900$91/sqft |
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| 6/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,250-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $104,900$91/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 4/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,300-3.7%$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listing removed | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Price change | $1,350-3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 2/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400+64.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/6/2025 | Listing removed | $104,900$91/sqft |
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| 11/24/2024 | Price change | $104,900-4.6%$91/sqft |
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| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $110,000+15.8%$95/sqft |
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| 3/3/2023 | Listing removed | $95,000$82/sqft |
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| 2/9/2023 | Price change | $95,000-1%$82/sqft |
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| 11/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $96,000+12.9%$83/sqft |
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| 10/28/2022 | Sold | $85,000+0.1%$74/sqft |
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| 10/4/2022 | Pending sale | $84,900$74/sqft |
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| 9/30/2022 | Contingent | $84,900$74/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $84,900+66.5%$74/sqft |
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| 3/14/2019 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2014 | Sold | $51,000+29.1%$44/sqft |
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| 10/19/1999 | Sold | $39,500$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,875 +2.2% | $27,490 |
| 2024 | $1,835 +19.6% | $27,490 |
| 2023 | $1,534 +20.6% | $27,490 +51% |
| 2022 | $1,272 -0.1% | $18,211 |
| 2021 | $1,273 | $18,211 |
| 2020 | -- | $18,211 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $1,305 +1.3% | $17,270 |
| 2018 | $1,288 +12.5% | $17,270 |
| 2017 | $1,146 | $17,270 +15.4% |
| 2016 | $1,146 | $14,970 |
| 2015 | $1,146 -1.8% | $14,970 |
| 2014 | $1,167 -7.6% | $14,970 -10.1% |
| 2013 | $1,263 +1% | $16,650 |
| 2012 | $1,250 +18.7% | $16,650 |
| 2011 | $1,053 +1% | $16,650 -3.8% |
| 2010 | $1,043 | $17,312 |
| 2009 | -- | $17,312 |
| 2008 | $1,134 +4.8% | $17,312 -0.1% |
| 2007 | $1,082 +0.9% | $17,329 |
| 2006 | $1,073 +17.9% | $17,329 |
| 2005 | $910 | $17,329 +2.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $16,923 |
| 2003 | $860 +2% | $16,923 |
| 2002 | $843 +5.6% | $16,923 +17.1% |
| 2001 | $798 +16.4% | $14,449 |
| 2000 | $686 | $14,449 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: University Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leggett Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 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
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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