Property Description

Desirable corner lot! Located at corner of E. Thorton St and Sherman St. Established area of Akron experiencing revitalization. Close to University of Akron, thieving Downtown Akron and Akron's medical corridor. Located on metro bus route and surrounded by newly constructed student housing. Solid opportunity to be part of the development currently taking place in the area. May be sold as a package with additional 5 parcels located on adjacent corner of E. Thorton St. and Sherman St. Contact listing agent for more info. SELLER MOTIVATED and ready to hear serious offers! Buyer is responsible for researching with all agencies and zoning, etc.... for intended use.

281 E Thornton Street | MLS# 5187555

This land located at 281 E Thornton Street, Akron, OH 44311 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $8,900. The property has approximately 0.19 Acres. E Thornton Street is located within the Akron City school district. Search Akron real estate on 762hunterstrail.cutlerhomes.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Land - Residential

Days on Market: 3

Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Taxes: $652 / year

Feature Descriptions

Community Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Public Transportation

Lot: Cleared, Corner Lot, City Lot, Flat, Level

Parcel#: 6800402

Parking: Unpaved

Sewer: Public Sewer

Topography: Level

Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

View: City

Water: Public

Local Schools

School District: Akron City

Demographics

Summit County Demographic Information for 281 E Thornton Street, Akron, OH 44311

Fips

Fips Code 39153

Population

2020 to 2023 Change down 0.9%

2010 Count 541,781

2020 Count 540,428

2023 Estimate (V2023) 535,733

2020 Estimate (V2023) 540,429

Age Distribution (Years Old)

0 to 4 5.2%

5 to 17 20.5%

18 to 64 54.6%

65 and Older 19.7%

Gender

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Place of Birth

Foreign 5.5%

US 94.5%

Education

High School Graduate, Age 25+ 92.5%

Bachelor's Degree or Higher, Age 25+ 34.6%

Computer and Internet use

Households with a computer 93.6%

Households with a broadband Internet subscription 89.4%

Language

English is Second Language, Age 5+ 6.8%

English is First Language, Age 5+ 93.2%

Veterans

Veterans 27,960

Income

Per Capita Income $40,786

Median Household Income $68,360

People in Poverty 12.6%

Commute

Average Work Commute Time 24 minutes

Housing

Total Housing Units 247,173

Households 228,635

Average Household Size 2.32

Owner-Occupied 66.9%

Multi-Family 22.4%

Owner-Occupied Median Value $182,500

Median selected monthly owner costs -with a mortgage $1,405

Median selected monthly owner costs -without a mortgage $562

Median gross rent $956

Building Permits

New Private Housing Issued 2023 685

Years at Residence

1 Year or More 87.9%

Less Than 1 Year 12.1%

Business and Employment

Private non-farm Establishments 13,393

Private non-farm Employment 241,278

Private non-farm Employment Growth down 0.8%

Nonemployer Establishments 42,765

Number of Firms 48,524

Business Production

Value of Shipments $9,410,730,000

Wholesale Trade $9,120,214,000

Retail Trade $8,582,177,000

Retail Sales Per Capita $15,606

Accommodation and Food Services $1,190,062,000

Land

Land Area 412.75 sq. miles

Population Per Square Mile 1,313

Source: US Census Bureau

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Estimated Payment

$ 100.35 per month $43.42 Principal & Interest $54.33 Property Tax $2.60 Homeowner's Insurance

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