Built circa 1885, the Merriman Farmhouse has been lovingly restored to reflect the Georgian Revival style and timeless elegance of the grand homes of that era. Gleaming Redwood columns rise atop a gentle hill overlooking historic Merriman Road, while the in-ground pool & guesthouse create an exceptional setting for entertaining. A 2-story front porch leads to sweeping foyer thats flanked by a stately dining rm w HW floors & a gas FP w marble surround to the right & a beautiful living rm to the left w HW flrs, gas FP w marble surround & historic windows. The wood-paneled den w FP & handsome built-ins. A charming 3 season rm (formerly a sleeping porch) w 2 sliders w new glass, wood-paneled walls & traditional 'haint blue' ceiling. The kitchen feat. Viking range, new sink & faucet, a lovely dinette w picture window. Mudroom connects the home to garage & feat. new split HVAC, slate tile floor, built-in cabs & original arched windows. Enjoy summer evenings on the screened porch overlooking pool & new patio. A 1st floor laundry rm w quartz c-top, full BA & half BA of of front foyer complete 1st floor. Upstairs 4 well-sized BRs, all w beautiful HW flr, 2 full BA incl. 1 w tile floor, subway tile shower, dbl sinks & linen cab. while the other feat. tub/shwr & pedestal sink. The bsmt feat. 2 brand-new 50-gal HWTs, 2nd laundry, daylight windows, 200-amp panel w newer service cable & 400k BTU steam boiler. The backyard is a hidden oasis w a 20x40 in-ground chlorine pool w new cover, heater '23, filter & pump '23, 3 sheds. A new brick patio, pavilion w chandelier & Redwood deck creates the perfect backdrop for summer fun. The 1 BR 1 BA 1250 sqft Redwood-sided guesthouse w Pella windows, parquet flr, vaulted ceil. w skylights, kitchen w charming cabs & newer s/s appl., updated full bath, own HVAC. Main home painted w SW Emerald paint '24. The Merriman Farmhouse is rich with history, original character, thoughtful updates & exceptional spaces for entertaining & overnight guests.
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$810,000
874 Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44303
5beds
5,115sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
1.35 Acres Lot
$810,200 Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$3,576 Estimated rent
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In-ground poolRedwood deckSweeping foyerNew brick patioGleaming redwood columns
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Listed by:
Robin M Rohrich 330-696-4179 rrohrich@stoufferrealty.com,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
Bought with:
Kristin R Hartman, 2016003448
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5211081
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 17
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 10.5
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 17
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 13
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7 x 4
Bathroom
- Description: Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 8.8
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Eat in kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Laminate
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 27 x 13
Entry foyer
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Library
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 27 x 18
Mud room
- Description: Flooring: Slate
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 8
Heating
- Hot Water, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,115
- Total interior livable area: 5,115 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,115
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover, Pool Sweep
- Fencing: Full,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 1.35 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Pergola, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 6834332
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Redwood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ridgecrest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Akron
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $158/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $505,210
- Annual tax amount: $11,577
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 33 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Sold | $810,000-4.7%$158/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Pending sale | $850,000$166/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000+137.8%$166/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5211081 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2022 | Sold | $357,500-22.6%$70/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #4388047 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2003 | Sold | $461,625-7.7%$90/sqft |
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| 6/29/2001 | Sold | $500,000$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,577 +0.2% | $176,830 |
| 2024 | $11,558 +20% | $176,830 |
| 2023 | $9,635 -4% | $176,830 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $10,040 -0.1% | $157,137 |
| 2021 | $10,050 | $157,137 |
| 2020 | -- | $157,137 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $10,817 +1.4% | $156,570 |
| 2018 | $10,672 +4% | $156,570 |
| 2017 | $10,258 | $156,570 +5.6% |
| 2016 | $10,258 | $148,290 |
| 2015 | $10,258 +0.8% | $148,290 |
| 2014 | $10,175 -8.1% | $148,290 -9.8% |
| 2013 | $11,076 +0.5% | $164,390 |
| 2012 | $11,017 +14.6% | $164,390 +0% |
| 2011 | $9,616 -0.9% | $164,385 -5.3% |
| 2010 | $9,708 | $173,650 |
| 2009 | -- | $173,650 |
| 2008 | $9,900 +3% | $173,650 -1.6% |
| 2007 | $9,608 -4.2% | $176,477 |
| 2006 | $10,025 +18.9% | $176,477 |
| 2005 | $8,431 | $176,477 +9.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $160,871 |
| 2003 | $7,775 -0.7% | $160,871 |
| 2002 | $7,830 +29.8% | $160,871 +44.5% |
| 2001 | $6,033 +16.9% | $111,356 |
| 2000 | $5,161 | $111,356 |
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Neighborhood: Northwest Akron
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10King Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Litchfield Community Learning CenterGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Firestone High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 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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