897 Polk Ave, Akron, OH 44314
What This House Offers
**Rent Ready in Akron!** Timeless charm meets fresh,clean updates in this beautifully refreshed Akron home just waiting for its next tenants to make it their own. Step inside and you'll find generously sized bedrooms,a stunning updated bathroom,and plenty of character throughout. The spacious third-floor area offers even more flexibility,with room for a potential 4th bedroom,home office,playroom ,or additional living space. Outside,enjoy the large covered front porch,perfect for relaxing,plus a backyard shed for added storage. - Fresh facelift - Spacious bedrooms - Beautifully spacious bathroom - Flexible 3rd-floor space - Covered front porch - Backyard shed All it needs now is your personal touch to make it feel like home. **Schedule your showing today!**
Unit
897 Polk Ave is a single-family home for rent in Akron, OH
Home Details
Views
- Neighborhood Views
Home Design
- Built in 1925
- Traditional Architecture
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- Built-In Features
- Woodwork
- Ceiling Fan
- 1646 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 4 Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Driveway
Lot Details
- 4792 Sq Ft Lot
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 6833472
- Tenant pays for all utilities, electricity, gas, snow removal, sewer, trash collection, water
Community Details
Overview
- Belle Terrace Subdivision
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Akron, OH 44314
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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Airport
21 min Drive
Airport
54 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Pfeiffer Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Rimer Community Learning Center
Grades PK-5
Public
Innes Community Learning Center
Grades 6-8
Public
Emmanuel Christian Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Garfield High School
Grades 9-12
Public
St Vincent-St Mary High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| University of Akron | Drive: 10 min (4.1 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 897 Polk Ave proximity to East Plaza and Romig Road Plaza. East Plaza is 0.7 miles away, and Romig Road Plaza is within a 27 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 897 Polk Ave has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 21.8 miles. Transit options include Akron Northside and Big Bend.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 897 Polk Ave are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4.9 miles, including Akron Zoo and Firestone Metro Park.
Airports
Living in Kenmore provides easy access to Akron-Canton Regional, located just 20 minutes from 897 Polk Ave. Another nearby airport is Cleveland-Hopkins International, located 40.5 miles away.
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