838 Fess Avenue, Akron, OH 44307

• 3 beds |
• 1 bath

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.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 7:16AM

Listing Office:

I Heart Real Estate, LLC. : 800-259-7670

Listing Agent:

Jeffrey Schultheis : 419-295-6771

Contact:

800-259-7670, cstevens@iheartreal.estate

MLS ID:

5248197

Interior

• Basement: Full
• A/C: None
• Heating: Forced AirGas
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Exterior

• Style: Craftsman
• Parking: Off Street

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltFiberglass
• General: Wood Siding2

Location

• Originating MLS: NOWDD_NORM
• School District: Akron CSD - 7701
• County: Summit

Lot

• Zoning: LOOKOUT HTS LOT 82 ALL CLIFTON AVE6744150

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: NOWDD_NORM