Attention all homebuyers! Are you in the market for a home that you can put your personal touch on? This 2-story home located at 838 Ruth Dr in Akron, OH offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a world of potential. While it may need some TLC, the opportunity to customize this fixer upper to fit your style and vision is unmatched. Imagine the satisfaction of transforming this diamond in the rough into your dream home. Contact us today to schedule a showing!
Sold for $145,000 on 11/25/25
$145,000
838 Ruth Ave, Akron, OH 44307
2beds
1,309sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
2,678.94 Square Feet Lot
$146,200 Zestimate®
$111/sqft
$1,248 Estimated rent
Home value
$146,200
$139,000 - $154,000
$1,248/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 26, 2023 at 03:07pm
Listing Provided by:
Shirley Ryan tarterrealty@aol.com(330)221-3585,
Tarter Realty
Bought with:
Justin T Aikens, 2012000353
Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 4450394
Originating MLS: Stark Trumbull Area REALTORS
Originating MLS: Stark Trumbull Area REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,309
- Total interior livable area: 1,309 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,309
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Unpaved
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 2,678 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 6739303
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Akron
- Subdivision: Portage Homes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Listing removed | $1,225$1/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,225$1/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Listing removed | $1,225$1/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $145,000+262.5%$111/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,225$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $839 +8.2% | $10,450 |
| 2023 | $776 +47.8% | $10,450 +55.5% |
| 2022 | $525 -0.1% | $6,721 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lane-Wooster
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Helen Arnold Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Buchtel High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Akron CSD - 7701
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$146,200
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Estimated market value
$146,200