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Property Description
Investment Opportunity or Value-Add Project in Akron!Bring your vision, toolbelt, and contractor! 838 Fess Ave is a classic 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom two-story colonial offering 1,393 sq. ft. of blank-canvas living space in Akron, OH. Built in 1919, this property boasts strong architectural bones, a spacious 7-room interior layout, and great potential for a full renovation or custom overhaul. Whether you're an investor looking to add a high-return rental to your portfolio, a flipper seeking your next profitable project, or a handy buyer wanting to build sweat equity, this property is full of possibilities.Key Property Features & Investment PotentialSpacious Layout: Offers a generous 1,393 sq. ft. floor plan with traditional formal living and dining spaces, plus 3 upper-level bedrooms and a full bath. Sweat Equity Built In: Needs cosmetic and functional updates, allowing you to choose your own finishes, update the kitchen/bath, and maximize ROI.Low-Maintenance Yard: Sits on a 4,950 sq. ft. lot (0.11 acres)-easy to manage while offering space for landscaping upgrades. Existing Infrastructure: Benefits from central air conditioning and central heating systems already in place.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 838 Fess Ave
General
- Price: $49,999
- Taxes: $1,200 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 505
- MLS ID: 5248197
- Updated: 9/25/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- County: Summit
- Township: Akron
- Subdivision: Lookout Heights
- Driving Directions: Between Superior Ave, and Pontiac 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, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Year Built: 1919
- Year Built Source: Appraiser
- Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1136
- Lot Size: .1136
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,200
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LOOKOUT HTS LOT 82 ALL CLIFTON AVE
- Property ID: 6744150
Listed by I Heart Real Estate, LLC., Jeffrey Schultheis
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Schools
Schools serving 838 Fess Ave
School District:Akron Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Crouse Community Learning Center 1000 Diagonal Road, Akron, OH 44320 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Buchtel High School 1040 Copley Road, Akron, OH 44320 | 6-12 | 1.4 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 838 Fess Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/25/2026
Listed
$49,999
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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 838 Fess Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,643
105%
$13,535
-4%
2023
$803
—
$14,036
—
2023
$803
-18%
$14,040
70%
2021
$977
49%
$8,260
—
2022
$654
-17%
$8,260
—
2020
$787
—
$8,260
-17%
2019
$787
1%
$9,941
—
2018
$777
—
$9,941
—
2017
$776
-7%
$9,941
-6%
2016
$838
—
$10,630
—
2015
$837
1%
$10,630
—
2014
$831
-3%
$10,630
-6%
2013
$858
—
$11,260
—
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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838 Fess Avenue, Akron, OH 44307 (MLS# 5248197) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 838 Fess Avenue is currently listed for $49,999 and was received on September 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 838 Fess Avenue? 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.

