#5132253, Tony Stover, Listing office: RE/MAX Infinity
$189,900 List price
1551 Preston Ave Akron, OH 44305
3 beds
2 full
1,299 sqft
0.2 acres
$146 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1551 Preston Ave
Welcome to this completely renovated Colonial on a spacious corner lot in Goodyear Heights! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been redone from top to bottom with no detail overlooked. The property includes a detached 1-car garage with a heated bonus room—perfect for a workshop, man cave, studio, or flex space to fit your needs. Step inside to a large, welcoming foyer that leads into a spacious great room featuring a fireplace and lots of windows that fill the space with natural light. The new triple-pane windows not only enhance energy efficiency but also add to the home's quiet comfort. The open layout flows effortlessly into the dining room and kitchen, making it ideal for entertaining. The dining area features built-in cabinetry with granite countertops that continue into the fully remodeled kitchen, giving the space a clean and cohesive feel. Upstairs, the main bath offers an oversized soaking tub with tile surround, double vanity, and stylish finishes throughout. A second full bathroom is located in the waterproofed basement, offering added convenience. This home shines with all-new LVT flooring, carpet, paint, doors, triple-pane windows, lighting, hardware, plumbing, electric, and fixtures. Most drywall and trim have been replaced, giving the entire home a fresh, updated look. Major mechanical upgrades include roof, siding, windows, furnace, and hot water tank (2020), along with new A/C and basement waterproofing in 2025. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this move-in ready gem in a great location!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,299 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1722 Acres
Year built1919
ParkingDriveway, Detached, Garage, Paved
MLS #5139595
Garage1 space
FireplaceElectric
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Electric
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Paved
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $189,900
- Price/SqFt: $146
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,902
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Directions: Brittain Rd. to Preston Ave.
- Year Built: 1919
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,299 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1722 Acres
- MLS Number: 5139595
- MLS Name: NOWDD
- Office Name: Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
- Office Phone: (330) 800-4255
- Office Email: darlenehall@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Darlene Hall
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 05, 1999 | Home Sold | $40,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,550 | $1,902 |
| 2022 | $21,460 | $1,878 |
| 2021 | $21,460 | $1,785 |
| 2020 | $21,460 | $1,713 |
| 2019 | $20,181 | $1,713 |
| 2018 | $20,181 | $1,693 |
| 2017 | $20,181 | $1,691 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Seiberling Community Learning Center
Public District KG-6
0.4 mi
•400 Brittain Rd
4
Barber Community Learning Center
Public District PK-6
1.0 mi
•665 Garry Rd
4
Robinson Community Learning Center
Public District PK-6
1.1 mi
•1156 4th Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,475. Most Akron, OH residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Horse Races
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Stein Mart
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
LongHorn Steakhouse
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1551 Preston Ave
The listing price of 1551 Preston Ave property is $189,900.
The property 1551 Preston Ave is a house located in Akron, Ohio, 44305.
Active Listing: 1551 Preston Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1551 Preston Ave are: Seiberling Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Barber Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robinson Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Akron Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Middlebury Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Case Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ellet Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Akron STEM High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,902 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 5, 1999 for $40,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1551 Preston Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1551 Preston Ave is 1,299 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1551 Preston Ave is 1919.
This home is located at 1551 Preston Ave in Akron, OH and zip code 44305 in the Goodyear Heights neighborhood. This 1,299 square foot home, which was built in 1919, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,900.
Over 108 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Akron, OH. In the same period over 110 listings were sold below the listed price and 42 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Akron, OH real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.2%. In June 2025 median list price was $148,630 and the average listing age was 36 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.