561 E School St, Kent, OH 44240
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SOLD
NOV 19, 2025

561 E School St
Kent, OH 44240

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,368 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$238,000

Last Sold: Nov 19, 2025
3% over list $230K
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,526/mo*
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$238,000

Last Sold: Nov 19, 2025
3% over list $230K
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,526/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,368 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$247K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$18K (-6.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+3.9%)
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 +57% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$247K
July 2026$250K
June 2026$250K
May 2026$250K
April 2026$247K
March 2026$246K
February 2026$244K
January 2026$243K
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
408 Valleyview Dr, Kent, OH
0.19
Single-Family Home
$259,900
12/12/25
3
2
1,360
708 Berkeley St, Kent, OH
0.16
Single-Family Home
$265,098
10/22/25
3
2
1,326
540 E School St, Kent, OH
0.05
Single-Family Home
$232,500
10/21/25
3
2.5
1,451
835 Mae St, Kent, OH
0.11
Single-Family Home
$240,000
03/31/26
4
2
1,172
703 Avondale St, Kent, OH
0.18
Single-Family Home
$219,500
12/15/25
4
2
1,675
218 E School St, Kent, OH
0.34
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,743

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
540 E School St, Kent, OH 44240
0.05
$289,100
3
2.5
1,451
Off Market
528 E School St, Kent, OH 44240
0.08
$238,600
4
2
1,326
Off Market
743 Mae St, Kent, OH 44240
0.14
$171,200
2
1
740
Off Market
835 Mae St, Kent, OH 44240
0.11
$240,000
4
2
1,172
Recently Sold
731 Mae St, Kent, OH 44240
0.15
$265,000
4
3
1,400
For Sale
708 Mae St, Kent, OH 44240
0.16
$255,800
3
1.5
1,335
Off Market
556 Valleyview Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.11
$219,500
4
3
-
Off Market
562 Valleyview Dr, Kent, OH 44240
0.11
$202,200
3
2
-
Off Market
956 S Lincoln St, Kent, OH 44240
0.16
$108,700
2
1.5
780
Off Market
996 S Lincoln St, Kent, OH 44240
0.17
$112,500
2
1.5
780
Recently Sold
988 S Lincoln St, Kent, OH 44240
0.17
$112,500
2
1.5
780
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1966
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Living Area
1,368 sqft
Price/Sqft
$174/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome to 561 E School St in Kent! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch has been well cared for and thoughtfully updated, making it completely move-in ready. You’ll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the main level, including under the bedroom carpets. The primary suite features its own full bath, and both bathrooms have updated vinyl plank flooring installed just 3 years ago.

The kitchen comes equipped with appliances that are only a year old, and you can rest easy knowing the furnace, AC, hot water tank, roof, and windows are all just a few years old as well. Enjoy your morning coffee on the enclosed porch or head downstairs to the spacious walk-out basement—ready to be finished into the perfect rec room, gym, or additional living space.

Located just minutes from downtown Kent, shopping, restaurants, and Kent State University, this home offers convenience and comfort in one great package. All the big-ticket updates are already done—just move in and make it your own!
561 E School St, Kent, OH 44240 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,368 sqft single-family home built in 1966. It last sold for $238,000 on Nov 19, 2025 (3% above the $230,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $247,300, with a rent estimate of $1,995/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Aaron Port, (216) 333-5526
Real of Ohio
Nicole M Ward, (330) 807-1303
Real of Ohio
Bought with: Lesa Lillibridge, (330) 620-5372, Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Source: MLS Now, MLS#5165269

Home Details for 561 E School St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Concrete,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Basement, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Sunroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1368 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Fiberglass ShinglePatio / Porch: Enclosed, Patio, PorchNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1368 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 170132000294000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000Price Per Sqft: $174/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 21 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: KentCommunity: S B Halls Add 01
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: 1368 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5165269Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: aaron@thekeygroupohio.com, 216-333-5526Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1368

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 19, 2025
Source: MLS Now #5165269
Sold
$238,000
Oct 21, 2025
Source: MLS Now #5165269
Pending
$230,000
Oct 16, 2025
Source: MLS Now #5165269
Listed For Sale
$230,000
Sep 13, 2021
Source: MLS Now #4299264
Sold
$191,000
Jul 26, 2021
Source: MLS Now #4299264
Pending
$185,900

Market trends in Kent

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$261K
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
Price per sq ft
$148
Available listings
90
5MoM

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

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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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Frequently asked questions about 561 E School St

  • What is 561 E School St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 561 E School St in Kent, OH is $247,300.
  • What is the price history for 561 E School St?
    561 E School St in Kent, OH last sold for $238,000 in November 2025.
  • Is Kent a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kent is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kent?
    The median sale price in Kent is $261K.
  • Does 561 E School St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 561 E School St in Kent, OH has air conditioning.
  • Does 561 E School St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 561 E School St in Kent, OH has in-unit laundry.

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