Tucked away at the end of a dead-end street, this 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home in Kent, Ohio offers a flexible floor plan, recent improvements, and plenty of space inside and out. Major mechanical updates are already complete with a new furnace and central air conditioning installed in 2026, along with new flooring in the kitchen and dining area and fresh interior paint throughout.
Inside, you’ll find spacious living areas with hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and four bedrooms offering flexibility for a home office, hobby space, guest room, or additional living needs. Two full bathrooms add everyday convenience, while the layout provides a comfortable separation between living and bedroom spaces.
The walk-out basement offers additional usable space for storage, laundry, a workshop, recreation, or future finishing possibilities. Outside, the property features a generous yard surrounded by mature trees, a long driveway, and additional outdoor space to enjoy.
Located just minutes from Kent State University, downtown Kent, local dining and nightlife, shopping, and major highway access, this home combines a tucked-away residential setting with convenient access to many of the destinations that make Kent such a desirable place to live. With 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a walk-out basement, newer HVAC, fresh paint, updated flooring, and a dead-end street location, 742 Avondale St offers an appealing combination of space, functionality, updates, and location in the Kent, Ohio real estate market.
Active
$249,900
742 Avondale St, Kent, OH 44240
4beds
2,210sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,278 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$113/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tucked-away residential settingFlexible floor planDead-end street locationLong drivewayFresh interior paint throughoutAbundant natural lightHardwood flooring
- 28 days
- 1,150
- 73
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andy Bourn 330-319-0742 abourn@TPRsold.com,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5244019
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 8
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Full,Walk-Up Access,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,210
- Total interior livable area: 2,210 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,326
- Finished area below ground: 884
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,278 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Dead End
Details
- Parcel number: 170051000030000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Highland Allotment #4
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Kent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $113/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,744
- Date on market: 9/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+28.2%$113/sqft |
Source:  MLS Now #5244019 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,100$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2024 | Sold | $195,000+5.4%$88/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5027313 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2024 | Pending sale | $185,000$84/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5027313 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $185,000+2542.9%$84/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5027313 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2013 | Sold | $7,000-90.2%$3/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2012 | Listing removed | $71,500$32/sqft |
Source: Markley Realty Inc. #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $71,500+30%$32/sqft |
Source: Markley Realty Inc. #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2012 | Sold | $55,000-23.1%$25/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2012 | Price change | $71,500-12.1%$32/sqft |
Source: Homepath #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2012 | Price change | $81,370+16.2%$37/sqft |
Source: Homepath #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2012 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: Homepath #3293326 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2012 | Sold | $70,000$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,744 +4.1% | $58,740 |
| 2024 | $2,635 +25.1% | $58,740 +54.1% |
| 2023 | $2,107 -1.5% | $38,120 |
| 2022 | $2,139 -0.2% | $38,120 |
| 2021 | $2,145 +11.6% | $38,120 +22.9% |
| 2020 | $1,923 +0% | $31,010 |
| 2019 | $1,922 -7.7% | $31,010 -0.3% |
| 2018 | $2,083 | $31,090 |
| 2017 | $2,083 +0.2% | $31,090 |
| 2016 | $2,078 0% | $31,090 |
| 2015 | $2,079 +0.7% | $31,090 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,063 -2% | $30,350 |
| 2013 | $2,105 +15.5% | $30,350 |
| 2012 | $1,823 -10% | $30,350 -13.6% |
| 2011 | $2,025 +2.3% | $35,110 |
| 2010 | $1,979 -18.4% | $35,110 |
| 2009 | $2,425 | $35,110 |
| 2008 | $2,425 | $35,110 -4.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $36,930 |
| 2005 | $1,847 +0% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,846 +2% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,810 +9.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,652 -51.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,380 -0.2% | -- |
| 2000 | $3,388 +3.6% | -- |
| 1999 | $3,271 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 44240
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Kent CSD - 6705
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Similar homes
- $259,9003 bd2 ba2.1k sqft218 E School St, Kent, OH 44240For Sale
MLS ID #5248528, Andrea Leek, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty. MLS Now - $249,0004 bd3 ba1.4k sqft731 Mae St, Kent, OH 44240For Sale
MLS ID #5211194, Holly Sokol, Howard Hanna. MLS Now - $239,0004 bd1 ba1.5k sqft130 E Oak St, Kent, OH 44240For Sale
MLS ID #5243421, Karlie R Burns Santoferraro, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty. MLS Now - $199,9004 bd2 ba2.1k sqft4469 Edson Rd, Kent, OH 44240For Sale
MLS ID #5216219, Shane Quin, HomeSmart Real Estate Momentum LLC. MLS Now
