1029 Karen Drive, Akron, OH 44313
Local realty services provided by:ERA Real Solutions Realty
Listed by: heather l dimitrov
Office: keller williams elevate
MLS#:5167906
Source:OH_NORMLS
Price summary
- Price:$229,900
About this home
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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Home facts
- Year built:1962
- Listing ID #:5167906
- Added:131 day(s) ago
- Updated:January 09, 2026 at 03:11 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Fiberglass
- Year built:1962
- Lot area:0.23 Acres
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$229,900
- Tax amount:$3,350 (2024)
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