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Split Level

1029 Karen Drive

Akron , OH 44313

MLS#: 5152867

$244,900

Status: Active
Listing number: 5152867
Listing provided by: Keller Williams Elevate
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 14 hours ago
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Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1962

Sq.Footage

1,528

Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the heart of Akron’s desirable Merriman Valley, just minutes from Sand Run Park, scenic trails, coffee shops, restaurants, and plenty of local activity. New roof August 2025. Tucked away in a serene setting, this property offers the perfect blend of convenience and privacy with its wooded backyard that slopes down to a picturesque creek. Inside, you’ll find a bright and welcoming living room featuring a completely redone fireplace, updated flooring, and fresh finishes. The kitchen, fully renovated in 2021, includes a new backsplash, modern cabinetry, stylish counters, and updated appliances—perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath with a brand-new tub provide restful spaces for family or guests. All new closet doors add a polished touch throughout. The lower level expands your living options with a spacious rec room or second living area, a half bath, storage space, a laundry room, and a utility area. Walkout access makes it easy to step right outside and enjoy the natural setting. This home has been thoughtfully redone from top to bottom with major updates already complete: brand-new roof (2025), new drywall/ ceilings in both living areas and kitchen, new closet doors and bedroom doors. hot water tank (2019), furnace (2016), along with all new flooring, paint, drywall, lighting, and more. Enjoy evenings on the patio, tend to your raised garden beds, or make use of the shed—complete with electric—for storage or hobbies. Fresh landscaping in both the front and rear adds to the home’s curb appeal and outdoor enjoyment. Truly move-in ready, this home combines modern updates with a stunning natural backdrop—ready for you to make it your own.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1528.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Forced Air

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Vinyl Siding

  • Parking

    No Garage, Paved

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

  • View

    Trees/Woods

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Wooded

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.2314

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Split Level

Price

  • Sales Price

    $244,900

  • Tax Amount

    3350.0

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 528

  • Price/SqFt

    $160

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    Akron CSD - 7701

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Elementary School

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Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the heart of Akron’s desirable Merriman Valley, just minutes from Sand Run Park, scenic trails, coffee shops, restaurants, and plenty of local activity. New roof August 2025. Tucked away in a serene setting, this property offers the perfect blend of convenience and privacy with its wooded backyard that slopes down to a picturesque creek. Inside, you’ll find a bright and welcoming living room featuring a completely redone fireplace, updated flooring, and fresh finishes. The kitchen, fully renovated in 2021, includes a new backsplash, modern cabinetry, stylish counters, and updated appliances—perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath with a brand-new tub provide restful spaces for family or guests. All new closet doors add a polished touch throughout. The lower level expands your living options with a spacious rec room or second living area, a half bath, storage space, a laundry room, and a utility area. Walkout access makes it easy to step right outside and enjoy the natural setting. This home has been thoughtfully redone from top to bottom with major updates already complete: brand-new roof (2025), new drywall/ ceilings in both living areas and kitchen, new closet doors and bedroom doors. hot water tank (2019), furnace (2016), along with all new flooring, paint, drywall, lighting, and more. Enjoy evenings on the patio, tend to your raised garden beds, or make use of the shed—complete with electric—for storage or hobbies. Fresh landscaping in both the front and rear adds to the home’s curb appeal and outdoor enjoyment. Truly move-in ready, this home combines modern updates with a stunning natural backdrop—ready for you to make it your own.

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