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$255,000

490 Dorchester Rd, Akron, OH 44320

4beds

1,902sqft

$1,818/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1927

0.36 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$134/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Built-ins throughoutLarge double lot

Welcome to 490 Dorchester Rd! This charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends character, comfort, and functionality. Inside, you’ll find built-ins throughout, a sunken fireplace area just off the living room, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living. Situated on a large double lot, the fully fenced yard offers plenty of space to relax, entertain, garden, or play. A 2-car garage adds everyday convenience, all in a desirable West Akron neighborhood. Don’t miss your opportunity to make this beautiful home yours!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Heating

Fireplace(s), Gas, Hot Water, Steam, Wood

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Basement, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub

Features

Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters, Pantry, Storage, Natural Woodwork
Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Insulated Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows, Screens, Storm Window(s), Shutters, Wood Frames
Basement: Full,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Gas, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,902
Total interior livable area: 1,902 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,902

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Private, Garage Faces Side, On Street
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Awning(s), Garden, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
Pool features: None
Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced,Full,Privacy,Wood,Wire
Has view: Yes
View description: City Lights, City, Neighborhood

Lot

Size: 0.36 Acres
Dimensions: 120 x 130
Features: Back Yard, Cleared, City Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Private, Few Trees

Details

Additional structures: Garage(s), Other
Additional parcels included: 6843440
Parcel number: 6845455

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Blown-In Insulation, Block, Frame, Glass, Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1927

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Common Grounds/Area, Medical Service, Playground, Park, Restaurant, Shopping, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: West View Heights

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Akron

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $134/sqft
Tax assessed value: $136,670
Annual tax amount: $3,601
Date on market: 7/29/2026
Cumulative days on market: 7 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/29/2026	Listed for sale	$255,000+211%$134/sqft
Source: MLS Now #5231588 Report a problem
2/29/1996	Sold	$82,000$43/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,109 +0.2%	$47,840
2024	$3,104 +20.3%	$47,840
2023	$2,580 +15.4%	$47,840 +48%
2022	$2,236 -0.1%	$32,323
2021	$2,238	$32,323
2020	--	$32,323 -0.5%
2019	$2,425 +1.3%	$32,470
2018	$2,393 +11.4%	$32,470
2017	$2,148	$32,470 +13.9%
2016	$2,148	$28,500
2015	$2,148 +0.8%	$28,500
2014	$2,131 -6.6%	$28,500 -8.9%
2013	$2,281 +0.9%	$31,300
2012	$2,261 +17.5%	$31,300 +0%
2011	$1,924 -5.5%	$31,291 -10%
2010	$2,037	$34,766
2009	--	$34,766
2008	$2,119 -17.5%	$34,766 -13.7%
2007	$2,568 +0.7%	$40,293
2006	$2,550 +17%	$40,293 +0%
2005	$2,180	$40,292 +27.8%
2004	--	$31,535
2003	$1,784 -0.6%	$31,535
2002	$1,795 -3.5%	$31,535 +6%
2001	$1,859 +14.2%	$29,757
2000	$1,628	$29,757

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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