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Property Description
Move-in ready and full of character, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath colonial is a rare find in the highly sought-after Merriman Hills neighborhood. Hardwood floors and elegant crown molding welcome you into the front living room, featuring a coffered ceiling and cozy wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly flowing into the formal dining room-perfect for entertaining. A spacious family room addition opens to a private rear deck, offering an ideal indoor-outdoor living space. The functional kitchen and updated full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a primary suite with two closets, plus a modern full bathroom. Additional highlights include a full unfinished basement with endless potential, a charming concrete front patio, and a one-car rear-load attached garage. Unbeatable location: just half a block from Canyon Trail Park, minutes from Sand Run Metro Park and the Towpath, and only a 10-minute drive to downtown Akron and I-77. Homes in this neighborhood don't last-schedule your showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 495 Letchworth Dr
General
- Price: $259,900
- Taxes: $4,461 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 505
- MLS ID: 5179705
- Updated: 1/15/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached, Electricity, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved
Location
- County: Summit
- Township: Akron
- Subdivision: Merriman Hills Allotment
- Driving Directions: Head west on Palisades Dr toward Lafayette Dr. Turn right onto Lafayette Dr. Slight right onto Letchworth Dr. Destination will be on the left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elem School District: Akron CSD - 7701
- Midd School District: Akron CSD - 7701
- High School District: Akron CSD - 7701
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass, Other
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,660
- Living Area: 1,660 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,660 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1938
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1607
- Lot Size: .1607
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 140
- Lot Features: City Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,461.49
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: MERR HILLS LOT 139 ALL
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Principal is Real Estate Licensed
- Property ID: 6747299
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC., Ryan Shaffer
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Schools
Schools serving 495 Letchworth Dr
School District:Akron Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
King Community Learning Center 805 Memorial Parkway, Akron, OH 44303 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Litchfield Community Learning Center 470 Castle Boulevard, Akron, OH 44313 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Firestone High School 470 Castle Boulevard, Akron, OH 44313 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 495 Letchworth Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Listed
$259,900
64.49%
MLS
9/21/2017
Sold
$158,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 495 Letchworth Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,707
—
$68,922
—
2023
$3,707
3%
$68,920
32%
2021
$3,583
—
$52,220
—
2022
$3,580
16%
$52,220
—
2020
$3,096
—
$52,220
23%
2019
$3,096
1%
$42,298
—
2018
$3,054
—
$42,298
—
2017
$3,051
-2%
$42,298
—
2016
$3,105
—
$42,298
—
2015
$3,103
1%
$42,298
—
2014
$3,078
—
$42,298
-3%
2013
$3,092
—
$43,418
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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495 Letchworth Drive, Akron, OH 44303 (MLS# 5179705) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 495 Letchworth Drive is currently listed for $259,900 and was received on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 495 Letchworth Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Akron? You can browse all Akron real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

