614 Reed Ave, Akron, OH 44306

Zero Major Mechanical Risk ($17k+ Already Done): Usually, buying a 1950s flip means walking into a minefield of old plumbing, dead furnaces, and failing water heaters. Here, the heavy lifting is 100% finished. The brand-new HVAC, central AC, water heater ($13k), and the brand-new 35-foot PVC sewer line ($3,850+) mean an investor's biggest financial nightmares are already off the table. Pure Cosmetic Flip (No Structural Headaches): Because the backend infrastructure is brand new, a buyer doesn't have to deal with unexpected hidden costs behind the walls. They can walk right in, focus entirely on high-impact cosmetics (kitchen, baths, flooring, and paint), and turn it around fast. The Extra Land Parcel: Finding a property in this pocket of Akron that comes with an extra adjoining land parcel is rare. It gives the end-buyer massive flexibility—whether they want to use it for an expanded yard, future outdoor living space, or added resale appeal that standard single-lot homes just can’t compete with. Strong Profit Margins: With an ARV sitting comfortably at $130k–$140k for a 1,310 sq. ft. Cape Cod with a full basement, the numbers actually make sense for a flipper or buy-and-hold landlord to make solid money without overextending themselves.