Discover the potential in this affordable 3-bedroom colonial—an excellent opportunity to own for less than renting. Ideal for first-time buyers ready to make it their own and build instant equity, or for investors looking to expand their portfolio.
The home features a spacious eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet and workspace, a convenient first-floor primary bedroom, and a full bath on the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom, offering plenty of space and flexibility.
Enjoy the inviting enclosed porch, perfect for relaxing year-round. Situated on a private double lot, the property also includes a storage shed and a covered patio—great for outdoor entertaining. With strong ROI potential at this price point, this is a must-see opportunity.
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$40,000
817 Harvard St, Akron, OH 44311
3beds
1,136sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
0.26 Acres Lot
$40,300 Zestimate®
$35/sqft
$1,356 Estimated rent
Home value
$40,300
$37,000 - $44,000
$1,356/mo
Zestimate® history
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Storage shedConvenient first-floor primary bedroomPrivate double lotInviting enclosed porchAmple cabinet and workspaceSpacious eat-in kitchen
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Listing Provided by:
Deborah S Perkins 330-592-8785 deborah@dsperkinshomes.com,
High Point Real Estate Group,
Jessamyn Palmer 330-458-9876,
High Point Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Debbie Spencer, 2004015476
Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5195042
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 11.5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5 x 6
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 5 x 5
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 5.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,136
- Total interior livable area: 1,136 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,136
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 6753013
- Parcel number: 6727347
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonite
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Fixer
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Akron
- Subdivision: Coburn
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $40,000$35/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Pending sale | $40,000$35/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $40,000+104.1%$35/sqft |
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| 6/28/1996 | Sold | $19,600$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $963 -8.8% | $12,400 |
| 2024 | $1,057 +27.7% | $12,400 |
| 2023 | $827 +24.8% | $12,400 +70.1% |
| 2022 | $663 -0.1% | $7,291 |
| 2021 | $663 | $7,291 |
| 2020 | -- | $7,291 +34.6% |
| 2019 | $569 +0.9% | $5,418 0% |
| 2018 | $563 -1.6% | $5,420 |
| 2017 | $573 | $5,420 -0.7% |
| 2016 | $573 | $5,460 |
| 2015 | $573 +0.6% | $5,460 |
| 2014 | $570 -0.4% | $5,460 -2.7% |
| 2013 | $572 +4.3% | $5,610 |
| 2012 | $548 +54.5% | $5,610 +0.1% |
| 2011 | $355 -9% | $5,607 -13.3% |
| 2010 | $390 | $6,468 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,468 |
| 2008 | $507 -1.3% | $6,468 -9.3% |
| 2007 | $514 +1.6% | $7,130 |
| 2006 | $505 +16.8% | $7,130 |
| 2005 | $433 | $7,130 +2.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $6,972 |
| 2003 | $426 -0.6% | $6,972 |
| 2002 | $428 -4.9% | $6,972 +1.1% |
| 2001 | $450 +13.5% | $6,899 |
| 2000 | $397 | $6,899 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Summit Lake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leggett Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Jennings Community Learning CenterGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 5/10North High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.2 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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- Ohio
- Summit County
- Akron
- 44311
- Summit Lake
- 817 Harvard St
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