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Property Description
Excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity at this updated Akron duplex, where major capital expenditures have already been addressed, including a brand-new roof installed in 2025. The first-floor unit features a spacious two-bedroom layout, while the upstairs unit provides a comfortable one-bedroom space, with each unit benefiting from its own full bathroom. The property features reliable mechanicals with a 2018 furnace and a 2017 water heater, alongside updated electrical panels and flooring. Both units offer modern conveniences, including a shared washer and dryer from 2021 and a mix of newer refrigerators and ranges. Recent interior improvements include a newer shower and vanity upstairs, while the downstairs unit has been refreshed for maximum appeal. The property is well-maintained with recent tree clearing and a clear roadmap for additional value-add improvements to the exterior and landscaping. For those looking to expand their footprint, this property is available for individual purchase or as part of a larger strategic portfolio along Brown Street. Purchasing this duplex alongside neighboring units at 505, 511, and 517 Brown Street offers a rare chance to acquire a concentrated block of real estate with high revenue potential in a single transaction. Whether you are a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor seeking to scale, this property provides the perfect blend of stability and future upside. Seller Financing available for the full portfolio of properties.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 499 Brown St
General
- Price: $145,000
- Taxes: $2,549 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: 505
- MLS ID: 5191431
- Updated: 7/28/2026
- Added to Site: 145 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Summit
- Township: Akron
- Subdivision: Voris
- Driving Directions: 271S to exit 18A, take exit 1B toward Canal Park, continue onto State Rd 8 S, RT to Goodkirk St, RT onto E Exchange St, Left onto Brown St.
School Information
- Elem School District: Akron CSD - 7701
- Midd School District: Akron CSD - 7701
- High School District: Akron CSD - 7701
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,454
- Living Area: 1,454 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,454 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1884
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.241
- Lot Size: .241
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,549.89
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Tenant Pays: All Utilities
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: VORIS LOT 215 ALL
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Principal is Real Estate Licensed
- Property ID: 6840645
Listed by Keller Williams Living, Tera Somogyi and Keller Williams Living, Jennifer Walt
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Schools
Schools serving 499 Brown St
School District:Akron Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Leggett Community Learning Center 333 East Thornton Street, Akron, OH 44311 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
North High School, Akron, OH 985 Gorge Boulevard, Akron, OH 44310 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
Jennings Community Learning Center 227 East Tallmadge Avenue, Akron, OH 44310 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 499 Brown St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/07/2026
Listed
$145,000
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MLS
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 499 Brown St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,442
108%
$46,414
22%
2023
$2,133
—
$37,951
—
2023
$2,133
17%
$37,950
51%
2021
$1,821
—
$25,140
—
2022
$1,819
21%
$25,140
—
2020
$1,504
—
$25,140
34%
2019
$1,504
-9%
$18,824
—
2018
$1,649
11%
$18,824
—
2017
$1,484
10%
$18,824
13%
2016
$1,348
—
$16,612
—
2015
$1,347
1%
$16,612
—
2014
$1,337
-6%
$16,611
-9%
2013
$1,425
—
$18,229
—
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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499 Brown Street, Akron, OH 44311 (MLS# 5191431) is a Duplex property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 499 Brown Street is currently listed for $145,000 and was received on April 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 499 Brown Street? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Akron? You can browse all Akron real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

