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$148,000

243 S Balch St Akron, OH 44302

4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,947 sqft
0.1 acres
$76 / sqft
House

Property details

About 243 S Balch St

Welcome to this beautiful 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath colonial home located in the heart of Akron! This inviting home combines classic charm with modern functionality, offering spacious living and unique features throughout. Step inside to discover large bedrooms with plenty of natural light and built-in details that add to the home's character. The large main bathroom boasts built-in storage, perfect for keeping everything organized. You’ll love the convenient half bathroom on the first floor, ideal for guests and everyday use. The third floor features a fantastic bonus room that can easily be transformed into a fifth bedroom, a recreation room, or whatever suits your needs. With an unfinished basement offering ample storage space, you'll have room for all your belongings and more. Outside, the large backyard offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the fresh air. The inviting front porch is perfect for relaxing and welcoming guests. This home is ideally located within walking distance to the community center and is just a short drive to the Akron Zoo, shopping, dining, museums, and all the attractions downtown Akron has to offer, including Lock 3. Don’t miss out on this wonderful home with so much potential and charm—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,947 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.135 Acres
Year built1909
ParkingDriveway
MLS #5108374
FireplaceDecorative

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Decorative
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $148,000
  • Price/SqFt: $76
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,814
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: exchange to maple to Balch
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Living Area: 1,947 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.135 Acres
  • MLS Number: 5108374
  • MLS Name: NOWDD
  • Office Name: McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
  • Office Phone: (330) 988-2073
  • Office Email: candaceroufail@mcdhomes.com
  • Listing Agent: Candace Roufail

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2022
Home Sold
$155,000
Jul 13, 2022
Home Sold
$75,000
May 01, 2009
Home Sold
$13,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$30,390$1,814
2022$16,640$1,158
2021$16,640$1,159
2020$16,640$1,060
2019$13,951$1,060
2018$13,951$1,047
2017$13,951$1,046

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

I Promise School

Public District 3-6

0.3 mi

400 W Market St

3

Portage Path Community Learning Center

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

55 S Portage Path

4

Helen Arnold Community Learning Center

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

450 Vernon Odom Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,000. Typical income of Akron, OH residents is less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • UFCUFC
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Burger KingBurger King
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 243 S Balch St

The listing price of 243 S Balch St property is $148,000.

The property 243 S Balch St is a house located in Akron, Ohio, 44302.

Active Listing: 243 S Balch St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 243 S Balch St are: I Promise School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Portage Path Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Helen Arnold Community Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), National Inventors Hall of Fame School, Center for STEM Learning (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Akros Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Miller-South Visual Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Towpath Trail High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Akron Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Akron STEM High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,814 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 16, 2022 for $155,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 243 S Balch St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 243 S Balch St is 1,947 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 243 S Balch St is 1909.

This home is located at 243 S Balch St in Akron, OH and zip code 44302 in the West Hill neighborhood. This 1,947 square foot home, which was built in 1909, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $148,000.

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. The number of homes for sale in Akron, OH increased by 5.2% between May and June 2025. 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.

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