At $185,000 ($91/sq ft), this 1949 Cape Cod in Akron’s historic Firestone Park neighborhood provides an accessible entry point for buyers looking for classic post-war build quality paired with expansive square footage.
Unlike standard Cape Cods that hover around 1,200 sq ft, this home delivers 2,028 sq ft of finished living space spread across three full levels.
Preserved original details—including hardwood flooring, classic arched doorways, and two masonry fireplaces—anchor the home’s period character, while modern additions like a extended family room and finished basement recreation area significantly expand its functional footprint.
Property Snapshot
Price: $185,000 💰 ($91/sq ft)
Location: 1508 Thornapple Ave, Akron, OH 44301 📍
Beds/Baths: 3 🛏️ / 2 🛁
Square Footage: 2,028 sq ft 📐
Year Built: 1949 🕰️
Lot Size: 0.18 Acres (7,683 sq ft fenced lot) 🌳
Heating/Cooling: Forced Air (Gas) / Central Cooling ❄️
Fireplaces: 2 (Main living room & basement rec room) 🔥
Key Interior & Layout Highlights
Massive Upper Primary Suite: The entire second floor is dedicated to an oversized primary bedroom suite featuring solid hardwood floors and expansive closet storage.
Flexible Main Floor: Includes two main-level bedrooms, an updated full bath, and a rear extension off the kitchen that functions as a sunroom, home office, or playroom.
Finished Lower Level: The basement doubles the entertaining space with a large carpeted rec room, second fireplace, second full bathroom/shower setup, and dedicated laundry/workshop storage.
Outdoor Space: Fully fenced backyard featuring mature perennials, an entertainment patio, and a standalone storage shed.
Neighborhood & Investment Context
Firestone Park Heritage: Planned originally by Harvey Firestone in the late 1910s for Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. employees, Firestone Park remains one of Akron’s most stable residential districts, known for its distinct horseshoe-shaped park layout and sturdy brick/frame mid-century homes.
Rental & Equity Metrics:
Estimated ARV: ~$210,000 – $225,000 (for fully modernized comps in Firestone Park).
Market Rent Projection: $1,400 – $1,600/month, presenting a strong cash-flow profile for buy-and-hold residential portfolio investors.
Listed by: Tina L White 330-388-7721 ina.white@exprealty.com, EXP Realty, LLC.
Zillow link https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1508-Thornapple-Ave-Akron-OH-44301/35474246_zpid/