Sold for $525,000
$525,000
56 Southwood Rd, Akron, OH 44313
5beds
3,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
0.96 Acres Lot
$522,600 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$3,337 Estimated rent
Home value
$522,600
$486,000 - $564,000
$3,337/mo
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What's special
Stunning updated colonial in Fairlawn Heights! 5-bed, 2.5-bath all-brick Phil Franz home. Nearly 3,100 sq ft spread across an acre of land on a corner lot. Refinished original red and white oak hardwood floors throughout. The beautiful kitchen includes white soft-close cabinets, all stainless-steel appliances, a porcelain farmhouse sink, maple butcher block countertops and under-cabinet lighting. Upon entering, you'll find a spacious living area with a gas burning fireplace and a generous dining area both with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the home with natural light. The lower levels include original plaster molding throughout, a fully updated half-bath, original built-ins and a patio that leads to your own private backyard retreat. Upstairs, you'll discover a large primary bedroom with an updated primary bath, featuring heated Carrara marble floors, Pella windows, a vanity and a huge tile and glass spa like shower. The upper level also includes another full updated bath and four additional bedrooms, one of which is pass-through. New roof in 2020. The original blueprints will stay with the home. Welcome to your new home at 56 Southwood Rd!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 12, 2025 at 08:32am
Listed by:
Beth Dearth bethdearth@howardhanna.com330-860-0726,
Howard Hanna
Bought with:
Bill Lowery, 2017004016
EXP Realty, LLC.
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5122167Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Chute, In Basement
Features
- Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Pantry
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,196
- Total interior livable area: 3,196 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,196
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Electricity, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Terrace
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.96 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 6841823
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Akron
- Subdivision: Fairlawn Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2025 | Sold | $525,000+5.2%$164/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5122167 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $499,000$156/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5122167 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000+75.1%$156/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #5122167 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2017 | Sold | $285,000-5%$89/sqft |
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| 4/26/2017 | Pending sale | $299,900$94/sqft |
Source: High Point Real Estate Group #3885596 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,647 +20.1% | $132,250 |
| 2023 | $7,200 -3.9% | $132,250 +22% |
| 2022 | $7,488 -1.9% | $108,403 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fairlawn Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Judith A Resnik Community Learning CenterGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Litchfield Community Learning CenterGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Firestone High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Akron CSD - 7701
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value$522,600
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Estimated market value
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