208 E Elm St, Kent, OH 44240
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208 E Elm St
Kent, OH 44240

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,350 sqft

$227,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,473/mo*
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$227,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,473/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1901
Living Area
1,350 sqft
Price/Sqft
$169

About this House

Welcome to this amazing investment opportunity or primary residence at 208 E Elm Street, in walking distance from the vibrant city of Kent and Kent State University. This duplex has an upper and lower setup. The lower unit includes roughly 800 square feet, two bedrooms, eat-in-kitchen, living room space and full bath. The upper unit includes roughly 550 square feet, one bedroom, eat-in-kitchen, living room, and full bath.
Both units share first floor laundry. All utilities are separate.
208 E Elm St, Kent, OH 44240 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,350 sqft multi-family built in 1901. It last sold for $216,200 on May 14, 2025 (6% below the $229,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2020 with an asking price of $550 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 1, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $227,700, with a rent estimate of $835/month.

Home Details for 208 E Elm St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1350 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: Common Area,Inside,Main Level,Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt FiberglassExterior: Private YardNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Concrete,Driveway,Gravel,On Site
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1350 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 281

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: Asphalt, Block, Concrete, Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 170132000142000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $229,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Mar 30 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: KentCommunity: Allen
School Information
Elementary School District: Kent CSD - 6705Jr High / Middle School District: Kent CSD - 6705High School District: Kent CSD - 6705

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1350 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

HOA

Association for this Listing: Medina County Board of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10497.96 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Heat

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Owner Pays: Insurance, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5052548Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: juleeashardy@gmail.com 602-421-5445Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1350

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Julee Shardy, (602) 421-5445
Richfield Realty Group LLC
Jenne Haddox, (330) 554-1442
Richfield Realty Group LLC
Bought with: Shannon R Gerome, (216) 536-9669, Keller Williams Greater Cleveland Northeast
Originating MLS: Medina County Board of REALTORS
Source: MLS Now, MLS#5052548

Price History for 208 E Elm St

DatePriceEventSource
05/15/2025$229,900PendingMLS Now #5052548
05/14/2025$216,200Sold
MLS Now #5052548
03/31/2025$229,900ContingentMLS Now #5052548
02/20/2025$229,900PriceChange
MLS Now #5052548
08/27/2024$244,700PriceChange
MLS Now #5052548
08/06/2024$256,140Listed For SaleMLS Now #5052548
05/17/2024$200,000Sold
MLS Now #5026938
04/16/2024$199,900PendingMLS Now #5026938
04/01/2024$199,900Listed For SaleMLS Now #5026938
06/11/2023ListingRemovedMLS Now #4448001
04/18/2023$189,900PendingToActiveMLS Now #4448001
04/12/2023$189,900ContingentMLS Now #4448001
03/31/2023$189,900Listed For SaleMLS Now #4448001
01/01/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
12/30/2020$550Listed For RentN/A
05/30/2019$525ListingRemovedN/A
02/19/2019$525Listed For RentN/A
12/11/2017$500ListingRemovedN/A
12/05/2017$500Listed For RentN/A
06/16/2015$115,000Sold
N/A
06/13/2015$124,900PendingAgent Provided
05/23/2015$124,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/27/2010$53,334Sold
N/A

Market trends in Kent

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,002
Assessment$186,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 208 E Elm St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1529 Benjamin Ct, Kent, OH
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$230,000
06/24/26
4
2
1,632
346 Harris St, Kent, OH
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$148,000
12/30/25
4
2
1,792
430 W Elm St, Kent, OH
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$95,000
10/28/25
4
2
1,804
634 S Water St, Kent, OH
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$235,000
12/02/25
5
3
-
1302 Walnut St, Kent, OH
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$320,000
05/05/26
7
4
2,964
114 Brady St, Kent, OH
0.87
Multi-Family Home
$340,000
08/08/25
6
2
2,162

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Kent

At least 183 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 66 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Nancy Hart
    "Kent is a great community to raise a family. Kent has an excellent school system. I grew up in Kent and attended Kent City Schools, as did my daughters and now my granddaughter. The teachers are amazing!"
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  • Aaron Richardson
    "I have a dog. I love the paths supported by the metro parks for walking my dog. There are a few dog parks in the area too. "
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  • Brandon Ready
    "Lots of events most Saturdays, or the farmers market when there isn’t events. Plus being so close to downtown is nice since I can walk to whatever event may be going on or just to get some food "
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  • Aaron Richardson
    "Beautiful neighborhood to walk in. Lots of paths to walk your dog on as well. There are also several dog parks in the area. "
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  • Kendalyn Melillo
    "Sometimes people walk with their dogs unleashed which is a huge downside. But it’s overall a very dog friendly place"
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  • Codymazanek
    "I work from home but when I need to go to the office the commute is ok. It’s in the falls and I take Howe avenue to Bailey road to downtown. "
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  • Anpu
    "Many other dogs that sometimes leads to all be barking. Otherwise it's a nice enough area. If people picked up after their pets too, that would be great."
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  • Tamara B.
    "The bike and hike trail gives doggies a place to have long Leisurely walks. People do pick up their dogs poo along the bike and hike Trail however I do feel we need to have trash bins disposable bags along the trail for those who forget"
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  • Colin S.
    "Although it’s outside of town it’s within a close range to downtown. It’s quiet and well kept by all other neighbors. "
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  • Rayeerica0792
    "I live right by down town Kent. lora of public bussing. Lots of kids and traffic though. It's nice for college kids. Everything is close to them. "
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  • Nadia F.
    "The people and Easy access to downtown and many restaurants. Kent state is also a good college and I love the atmosphere of downtown "
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  • Rhea R.
    "We have an annual 4th of July celebration with live music, performances, face painting, loads of food booths, and all sorts of other amusement park-esque booths, along with fireworks. There are many festivals like this through the year, such as the Dog Days of Summer held downtown. "
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  • Rhea R.
    "Kent is full of all sorts of pets and animals and many shops downtown even leave water dishes outside during the summer, plus there are sidewalks nearly everywhere "
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  • Donald O.
    "Summer soccer games, yearly fairs, October festival, close stores and fast food, easy highway access."
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  • Daylan S.
    "Very diverse and the large majority of people that live here are friendly. Downtown has tons to do, tons of places to eat, as well as a entertaining nightlife."
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  • Tiffany.poth
    "I see a lot of dog owners so if you have one you will feel welcomed as long as you have normal dog etiquette."
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  • Matthew P.
    "It is a beautiful place to live and I highly recommend looking and loving the area. Also great food. "
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  • Shylah G.
    "the school systems are decent. very friendly and kid friendly neighborhood. perfect if you're looking for land space. "
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  • Leslie R.
    "Ive lived here for 2 years. Safe and quiet, well maintained, clean. My cousin lives one street over also with great neighbors"
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  • Anthony R.
    "Close to main roads. Short drive to downtown. Inviting community with something always going on. Great parks and trails for walking your dog. "
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  • Anthony R.
    "There is a very strong community with a small town feel. There is always something going on. You always feel surrounded by trees and nature even when you are downtown. "
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  • Mprice11390
    "I love Kent. I’ve spent the best years of my life here and I would easily want to raise a family in this community "
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  • Joel C.
    "It works. It’s close to work about thirty minutes from downtown Akron. It’s a nice easy drive and traffic isn’t bad."
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  • Joe B.
    "I don’t live in Kent. I lived in Suffield, for about 15 years. This neighborhood is safe and within 10-15 minutes from grocery, pharmacies, etc. it has been a great place to raise our children."
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  • Michparoff
    "It’s truly a college town. There’s plenty of places to eat and fun stores to check out. Pretty friendly city. Just beware of parking rules!! Kent Police get real joy out of ticketing cars. "
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  • Emily B.
    "Quick and easy. I live right around the corner from where I work. I like that there are plenty of food options all in the same spot downtown. Mostly everything is within walking distance so if you don't have a car it's really not an issue. There's also buses and you can rent bikes through the university."
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  • Debra G.
    "Lots of access to public transportation and safe to walk. Within walking distance to stores and restaurants."
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  • Eden M.
    "It’s a nice community for dog walking. Lots of local parks and nice trails. People are very accepting and courteous to my dogs. Please pick up poop "
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  • Forest B.
    "Nicely updated town center. Many small shops to choose from. Large farmers market on Saturday mornings. A plethora of reasonably good restaurants all within walking distance of town center. "
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  • Forest B.
    "We live by Larry’s stables in Franklin township and we love the area. It’s quiet for the most part, neighbors look out for each other and the landscape is beautiful. "
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  • Christy R.
    "I live out in the country. It is very quiet and peaceful. The neighbors are very nice and sociable. "
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  • Jerrika.agbayani621
    "It’s enclosed with other apartment complexes and feels safe with mainly being surrounded by other families"
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  • Reneef103119
    "Everything is conveniently located. Love the Christmas decorations in the city, my kids are extremely fascinated! "
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  • Harkcomdanielle
    "my neighborhood has good access to transportation, driving is good, barely ever traffic. access to school bus transportation as well."
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