486 Needham Ave, Kent, OH 44240
FOR RENT

486 Needham Ave
Kent, OH 44240

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,512 sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown

$1,950/mo

$1,950 deposit, available now

$1,950/mo

$1,950 deposit, avail. now
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,512 sqft

Local Information

Map showing home location
© Google
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

486 Needham Ave Kent, OH 44240 is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in the heart of Kent. Perfect for families or 2 unrelated individuals, per City Zoning, seeking a cozy & well-maintained residence w/ beautiful details throughout, freshly painted & carpet. Large kitchen equipped w/ appliances including refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave & dishwasher w/ plenty of cabinets & natural light w/ direct rear door access to the awesome sized deck over looking the rear yard, like an oasis. Living room is a great size, followed by the office w/ its own entrance & the separate dining room w/ seating bench is plenty big for family sit down dinners. All three bedrooms are upstairs along w/ the large full bathroom w/ tub & shower combo. Home has a great yard with trees & plants w/ storage shed, perfect for your tools and toys. Detached single car over sized garage w/ garage door opener as well as off-street parking on this street. Laundry washer & dryer hookups are in the basement. Situated in a desirable Kent neighborhood, just North of downtown Kent, home provides easy access to Kent State University KSU, Downtown Kent (shops, restaurants, entertainment, festivals, specialty eateries, breweries & more), local parks & recreational areas, close to get in the Cuyahoga River access & walking trails or bike for further exploring & major roadways for convenient commuting. Rent is $1,950 per month for 12-month lease. Security deposit equal to one month's rent required. Tenant responsible for all utilities (water, sewer, trash, electric, gas, internet/cable). Pets are considered with an additional deposit. No smoking allowed inside the property. Background & credit check required for all adult applicants. Proof of income (e.g., pay stubs, employment verification), previous rental references will be checked. City of Kent Zoning requires that no more than 2 UN-related persons can occupy, this means families are fine or 2 individuals who are not direct family members is fine. READY June 1!

Tenant pays all utilities, 12+ month lease, No smoking on premises

Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
Base rent
$1,950/mo
Required one-time fees
Security deposit
$1,950
Application fee
$0
Administrative fee
Contact for details
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
See more

Home Highlights

Pets
No
Parking
Contact Manager
Outdoor
Contact Manager
A/C
Heating & Cooling
Utilities
Contact Manager
Listed
4 days ago

Details for 486 Needham Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Days on Market

Days on Market: 4 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: nowDeposit: $1,950

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached Off Street, On Site

Price History for 486 Needham Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/02/2026$1,950Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/05/2025$1,950ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/15/2025$1,950Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/14/2025$195,800PendingMLS Now #5144615
08/13/2025$202,000Sold
MLS Now #5144615
08/05/2025$195,800ContingentMLS Now #5144615
07/31/2025$195,800Listed For SaleMLS Now #5144615
04/15/2004$116,500Sold
N/A

New Rentals Nearby

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature

Report this Listing

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$70,200 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 486 Needham Ave.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

What Locals Say about Kent

At least 182 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

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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!"
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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 "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • Kendalyn Melillo
    "Sometimes people walk with their dogs unleashed which is a huge downside. But it’s overall a very dog friendly place"
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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."
    3
    Flag
  • 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"
    1
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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 "
    1
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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 "
    1
    Flag
  • Donald O.
    "Summer soccer games, yearly fairs, October festival, close stores and fast food, easy highway access."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    2
    Flag
  • Matthew P.
    "It is a beautiful place to live and I highly recommend looking and loving the area. Also great food. "
    0
    Flag
  • Shylah G.
    "the school systems are decent. very friendly and kid friendly neighborhood. perfect if you're looking for land space. "
    1
    Flag
  • Leslie R.
    "Ive lived here for 2 years. Safe and quiet, well maintained, clean. My cousin lives one street over also with great neighbors"
    7
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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 "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Debra G.
    "Lots of access to public transportation and safe to walk. Within walking distance to stores and restaurants."
    1
    Flag
  • 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 "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • Christy R.
    "I live out in the country. It is very quiet and peaceful. The neighbors are very nice and sociable. "
    0
    Flag
  • Jerrika.agbayani621
    "It’s enclosed with other apartment complexes and feels safe with mainly being surrounded by other families"
    0
    Flag
  • Reneef103119
    "Everything is conveniently located. Love the Christmas decorations in the city, my kids are extremely fascinated! "
    0
    Flag
  • Harkcomdanielle
    "my neighborhood has good access to transportation, driving is good, barely ever traffic. access to school bus transportation as well."
    0
    Flag

Local Legal Protections

LGBTQ • Source of Income
486 Needham Ave, Kent, OH is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,512 sqft single-family home. 486 Needham Ave was listed for rent for $1,950/month on May 2, 2026.