Welcome to 498 Watson St in Akron?s historic Goodyear Heights neighborhood! This beautifully updated 1919 colonial blends timeless character with thoughtful modern improvements throughout. Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring high ceilings, abundant natural light, newly installed Polaris windows, and impressive custom woodwork. The remodeled kitchen features floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry and built-ins, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and newer gas range and refrigerator. Just off the kitchen, the formal dining room showcases custom coffered ceilings and detailed woodwork, while the spacious living room offers a wood-burning fireplace with a raised brick hearth and built-in shelving. A four-season room provides additional flexible living space, and a convenient half bath completes the first floor. Upstairs you'll find three well-sized bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with additional custom woodwork and coffered ceilings. The full bathroom has also been beautifully updated with tile flooring and a tiled shower surround. Major improvements include a new roof and hot water tank in 2024, along with updated plumbing, select electrical improvements, newer interior paint, and a Drylok-painted basement. With its combination of original charm, custom craftsmanship, and meaningful updates, 498 Watson St is truly move-in ready. Schedule your private showing today!
Contingent
$169,000
498 Watson St, Akron, OH 44305
3beds
1,476sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$114/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three well-sized bedroomsImpressive custom woodworkDrylok-painted basementSubway tile backsplashGranite countertopsRemodeled kitchenNewer interior paint
- 25 days
- 2,117
- 198
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Reed Havel 330-612-8060 reedhavel@gmail.com,
RE/MAX Revealty
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5243797
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: ND x ND
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Entry foyer
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: ND x ND
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,476
- Total interior livable area: 1,476 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,476
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Off Site
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6745929
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Shake Siding, Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1919
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Akron
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $114/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,830
- Annual tax amount: $2,570
- Date on market: 9/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000+8%$114/sqft |
Source:  MLS Now #5243797 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2024 | Sold | $156,500+213%$106/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5019431 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2023 | Sold | $50,000-37.5%$34/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2023 | Price change | $80,000-2.4%$54/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2023 | Price change | $82,000-3.5%$56/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2023 | Price change | $85,000-3.4%$58/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $88,000-11.1%$60/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $99,000+73.7%$67/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2020 | Sold | $57,000-4.8%$39/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #4173281 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2020 | Price change | $59,900-14.3%$41/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC. #4173281 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2020 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC. #4173403 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2020 | Price change | $69,900-6.8%$47/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC. #4173281 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2020 | Listed for rent | $950+5.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Pasas Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2020 | Price change | $75,000-6.1%$51/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC. #4156994 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $79,900+59.8%$54/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC. #4156994 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2019 | Listing removed | $900$1/sqft |
Source: Pasas Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2019 | Price change | $900-10%$1/sqft |
Source: Pasas Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2019 | Price change | $1,000+11.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Pasas Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $900+5.9%$1/sqft |
Source: Pasas Properties, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2018 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
Source: CC Realty & Property Mgmnt LLC #3979823 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2018 | Listed for rent | $850$1/sqft |
Source: CC Realty & Property Mgmnt LLC #3979823 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2017 | Listing removed | $49,999$34/sqft |
Source: KW Chervenic Realty #3956304 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2017 | Pending sale | $49,999+25%$34/sqft |
Source: KW Chervenic Realty #3956304 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2017 | Sold | $40,000-20%$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $49,999-16.5%$34/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty #3956304 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2014 | Listing removed | $59,900+42.6%$41/sqft |
Source: Howard Hanna - Stow #3459105 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2011 | Sold | $42,000$28/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,570 +9.2% | $35,990 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $2,353 +18.3% | $33,440 |
| 2023 | $1,989 +3.8% | $33,440 +41% |
| 2022 | $1,917 -0.1% | $23,717 |
| 2021 | $1,918 | $23,717 +7% |
| 2020 | -- | $22,163 +18% |
| 2019 | $1,595 +1.2% | $18,785 0% |
| 2018 | $1,576 -1.4% | $18,790 |
| 2017 | $1,599 | $18,790 |
| 2016 | $1,599 | $18,790 |
| 2015 | $1,599 +0.7% | $18,790 |
| 2014 | $1,587 -5.4% | $18,790 -8.3% |
| 2013 | $1,678 +1.9% | $20,490 |
| 2012 | $1,646 +128% | $20,490 |
| 2011 | $722 -11.2% | $20,490 -9.4% |
| 2010 | $813 | $22,621 |
| 2009 | -- | $22,621 |
| 2008 | $966 -11.4% | $22,621 -12.5% |
| 2007 | $1,090 -30.4% | $25,838 |
| 2006 | $1,566 +27.1% | $25,838 |
| 2005 | $1,232 | $25,838 +8.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $23,745 |
| 2003 | $1,231 -0.6% | $23,745 |
| 2002 | $1,239 +8% | $23,745 +20.4% |
| 2001 | $1,148 +15.4% | $19,716 |
| 2000 | $994 | $19,716 |
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Neighborhood: Goodyear Heights
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