496 Howe Rd, Kent, OH 44240
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FOR SALE
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0.74 ACRES

$329,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,124 sqft (on 0.74 acres)

496 Howe Rd, Kent, OH 44240

Est. Mortgage $2,154/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1968
0.74 acre lot
$155/sqft
2 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Location!!! Welcome home to this beautiful, updated 3 bedroom, 1.1 bath split-level perfectly set in a tranquil country setting yet just a quick 5-minute drive to Downtown Kent, KSU, and Brimfield's shopping and dining--an ideal location that has you tucked right in the middle of everything! Gorgeous, refinished hardwood floors carry you throughout much of the home. The kitchen's updates feature sleek quartz countertops, beautiful solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel, and an open layout that flows seamlessly into the dining and living room areas-making entertainment and everyday living easy. The lower family room flows out onto the back patio--your own private sanctuary in nature. This home offers a large recreation room that could be a great space for hobbies, guest bedroom, gym, home office-what is your need? Inside and out, this move-in-ready home boasts major modern upgrades over the years with the kitchen update, renovated bath with double vanity, refinished hardwood flooring, new well (2011) water softener (2018), central air (including coolant lines)furnace (2016), roof (2013), windows, kguard gutters, the front steps have been rebuilt (2026), chimney repairs (2024) and the rear yard has been completely fenced in (2024). Don't miss the second parcel to the left of the home included in the sale. The best of peaceful charm and quick access to everything!
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Kellie Kapusta, (330) 388-9905
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Source: MLS Now, MLS#5236478
Also Listed on MLS Now.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.

Home Details for 496 Howe Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Recreation
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2124 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Water SoftenerDishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Three Or More, Multi/Split

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt FiberglassPatio / Porch: Front Porch, PatioFencing: Back Yard, FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Additional Parking,Attached,Direct Access,Garage,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1724 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 400 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 21Days on Market: 33

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 040200000006000Additional Parcels Description: 040200000005000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $329,900Price Per Sqft: $155
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Delivery Of Deed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: KentCommunity: Brimfield
School Information
Elementary School District: Field LSD - 6703Jr High / Middle School District: Field LSD - 6703High School District: Field LSD - 6703

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 5236478

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2124 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.74 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5236478Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: kelliekhomes@gmail.com, 330-388-9905Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1724

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. 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!"
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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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Market trends in Kent

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$257K
$3.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
Price per sq ft
$144
$5MoM
Available listings
86
5MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$326K
Since last month
Increased$14K (+4.5%)
Since last year
Increased$21K (+7%)
Since last sale
Increased$26K (+8.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +141% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$326K
August 2026$328K
July 2026$312K
June 2026$319K
May 2026$315K
April 2026$309K
March 2026$310K
February 2026$298K
January 2026$297K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4882 Mogadore Rd, Kent, OH
0.39
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/09/26
3
1
2,352
4647 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH
0.49
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/27/26
3
2
1,724
788 Cambridge Ct, Kent, OH
0.59
Single-Family Home
$285,000
03/02/26
3
2.5
1,680
771 Covington Oval, Kent, OH
0.54
Single-Family Home
$290,000
12/18/25
2
2
1,660
1161 Nandor Dr, Tallmadge, OH
1.23
Single-Family Home
$289,900
01/16/26
3
2
1,750
884 Lakeview Ct, Kent, OH
0.69
Single-Family Home
$315,500
05/22/26
3
3
2,093
5153 Sunnybrook Rd, Kent, OH
1.05
Single-Family Home
$210,000
07/07/26
3
2
1,176
921 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH
0.90
Single-Family Home
$398,000
10/14/25
4
2.5
2,004

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4882 Mogadore Rd, Kent, OH 44240
0.39
$200,000
3
1
2,352
Recently Sold
4788 Sunnybrook Rd, Kent, OH 44240
0.46
$314,900
6
4
3,584
For Sale
4620 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.47
$242,500
3
3
1,825
Off Market
4632 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.47
$250,000
3
2
1,724
Recently Sold
4642 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.48
$270,200
3
3
2,084
Off Market
4647 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.49
$250,000
3
2
1,724
Recently Sold
4649 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.50
$240,100
3
2
1,724
Off Market
4662 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.50
$225,900
3
2
1,724
Off Market
4664 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.51
$210,900
3
2
1,724
Off Market
763 Valley View Ct, Kent, OH 44240
0.51
$250,000
3
2
1,724
Recently Sold
4595 Creekside Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.51
$230,000
3
2
1,724
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 14, 2026
Source: MLS Now #5236478
Listed For Sale
$329,900
Aug 16, 2024
Source: MLS Now #5053338
Sold
$300,000
Jul 17, 2024
Source: MLS Now #5053338
Pending
$299,900
Jul 13, 2024
Source: MLS Now #5053338
Listed For Sale
$299,900
Nov 28, 2014
Source: MLS Now #3651770
Sold
$143,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Kellie Kapusta, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
Agent Phone: (330) 388-9905
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Frequently asked questions about 496 Howe Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 496 Howe Rd?
    Based on a $329,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 496 Howe Rd in Kent, OH is approximately $2,205 (about $1,803 principal & interest, $327 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 496 Howe Rd compare to homes in Kent?
    496 Howe Rd in Kent, OH is listed at $329,900, about 28% above the $257K median sale price in Kent.
  • What do residents say about Kent?
    Residents describe Kent, OH as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Kent, OH.
  • What are the closest schools to 496 Howe Rd?
    The closest schools to 496 Howe Rd in Kent, OH are Brimfield Elementary School (rated 7/10), Field High School (rated 5/10), Field Middle School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 496 Howe Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 496 Howe Rd in Kent, OH has air conditioning.
  • Does 496 Howe Rd have a yard?
    Yes, 496 Howe Rd in Kent, OH has a yard.
496 Howe Rd, Kent, OH 44240 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,124 sqft single-family home built in 1968. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS Now on Aug 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 5236478.