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College town energy
Set 12 miles northeast of Akron, Kent is best known as the home of Kent State University. "Having that school's energy in the city is really great," says Kristin Berthaiume, a Realtor with Keller Williams Chervenic. “It also brings a lot of diversity with new students and professors moving here regularly." With a population of 27,000 that nearly doubles when school is in session, Kent's vibrant atmosphere centers around a culture of education, student athletics and the arts.
An aerial view of Kent State University in Kent, Ohio.
The Kent Stage is a great venue for live music in Kent, Ohio.
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Historic homes and contemporary designs
The median price for a single-family home in Kent is in the mid-$200,000s, lower than the national median price in the low $400,000s. One of the oldest areas in the city, Kent is a bastion of the city’s historic homes. Western communities like Fairchild have contemporary 21st-century housing, while mid-century Cape Cods and split-levels are common in Crain to Main. University Hospitals Kent Health Center in Plum Creek provides jobs, primary care and lab services, while Davey Tree and Carter Lumber are other top employers in the city.
This beautiful brick Colonial is located near campus in Kent.
Many lots in Kent, OH are split-level homes featuring towering trees and wide front lawns.
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The home of Kent State University
The Kent City School District serves the area with six schools, receiving a grade of A-minus from Niche. After securing a $2.3 million grant from the state, Roosevelt High School is in the planning stages of a manufacturing and innovation center.
It’s impossible to talk about Kent without talking about Kent State University. Welcoming over 20,000 students a year, KSU's most respected departments cover a variety of fields, including fashion, aeronautics and architecture. It’s also responsible for providing over 5,000 jobs to the area, making it the most significant job creator in the city. KSU's Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute first developed liquid crystal technology for monitor displays, medical devices and more.
Kids can participate in a variety of competitive programs at Theodore Roosevelt High in Kent.
The Esplanade connects Kent State University to downtown Kent.
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A home for athletics and the arts
KSU provides several opportunities for entertaining students and locals alike. "Our sports are centered around Kent State Athletics," says Berthaiume. "It's a Division 1 school, so lots of people come to watch the game." Local sports events are standard year-round, with adult leagues for softball, basketball and soccer. The arts are also popular in Kent, including performances and exhibitions at venues like the Kent Stage, Standing Rock Cultural Arts and the Kent State University Art Gallery.
The Kent State Golden Flashes play at Dix Stadium in Kent, Ohio.
The Kent Rocks Festival is held at participating venues around Kent, Ohio.
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Easy access to Cleveland and Akron
State Routes 59 and 43 intersect in Kent, connecting the city to Akron, 12 miles southwest, and Cleveland, 40 miles northwest. Akron-Canton Airport is the closest commercial airport and offers daily flights to cities including Charlotte, Washington and Sarasota. Portage Area Regional Transit Authority (PARTA) maintains a public bus service in Kent, while KSU provides eBikes and eScooters on and off campus for pedestrians. "It's a really walkable city," says Berthiaume. "People love that they can walk or bike all over."
RT. 59 runs through the town of Kent, Ohio.
Traffic runs down Rt. 43 through Kent OH.
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Locally-owned businesses in Acorn Alley
Kent's downtown has seen tremendous revitalization in the last 10 years, bringing several restaurants and boutique stores to the city. Acorn Alley has a range of shopping and dining options, focusing on non-franchise businesses. "There are hardly any chains around there," says Berthaiume. “It's almost all locally owned." One such business is Ray's Place, a local favorite since 1937 that serves upscale bar food in a relaxed, tavern-style atmosphere.
Ray's Place in Kent is one of the oldest sports bars in the country.
Woodsy's Music has all your musical needs and lessons in downtown Kent, Ohio.
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Kayaking on the Cuyahoga River
Kent's Department of Parks and Recreation oversees 15 public parks across hundreds of acres. The Jessie Smith Wildlife Preserve offers a heavily forested nature trail, while Al Lease Park includes a 4-acre lake fully stocked with fish for local anglers. The Cuyahoga River cuts through the town center, dotted with several boat ramps and landings. "We can just drop in our kayaks and go," says Berthaiume. "It's the best."
Fred Fuller Park in Kent, Ohio, is a great place to hang out in your hammock.
Kent, Ohio, residents enjoy fishing and kayaking on the Cuyahoga River at Riverbend Park.
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Important to know
According to the 2022 annual report from the Kent Ohio Police Department, the city sees fewer per capita instances of violent or property-related crime than the national average.
Kent has all four seasons, with milder winters than is common for Ohio. Berthiaume says it isn't typical for the area to have snow on the ground for longer than a week. "We're just a little south of the snow belt, and we're not east enough to get that lake effect snow," she says. "A lot of time when Cleveland is getting pounded, we don't see it."
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On average, homes in Kent, OH sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent, OH over the last 12 months is $251,240, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully updated 4-5 bedroom, 3 full-bath home featuring a huge yard in a peaceful, park-like setting just steps from Kent State University. This move-in-ready Cape Cod on dead-end Berkeley St. in Kent features newly refinished hardwood floors and new carpet upstairs. Newer windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.Major updates include a new roof
Location, location, location! This 4-bedroom, 3 full bathroom home sits just steps from Kent State University—an ideal setup for student housing, professors, or parents looking for convenient housing near campus.Built with solid block and cement construction, this home offers low maintenance and long-term durability. The layout provides flexibility with multiple bedrooms and full baths,
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offering comfortable one-floor living in a convenient location! This well-maintained home features updated vinyl flooring throughout the living room, kitchen, and dining area, along with an eat-in kitchen perfect for everyday meals and entertaining. The inviting living room showcases a beautiful fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Beautifully updated 4-5 bedroom, 3 full-bath home featuring a huge yard in a peaceful, park-like setting just steps from Kent State University. This move-in-ready Cape Cod on dead-end Berkeley St. in Kent features newly refinished hardwood floors and new carpet upstairs. Newer windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.Major updates include a new roof
Location, location, location! This 4-bedroom, 3 full bathroom home sits just steps from Kent State University—an ideal setup for student housing, professors, or parents looking for convenient housing near campus.Built with solid block and cement construction, this home offers low maintenance and long-term durability. The layout provides flexibility with multiple bedrooms and full baths,
Enjoy effortless, low-maintenance living in this beautifully updated townhome where lawn care, snow removal, and trash removal are all taken care of for you. The updated kitchen features Stainless Steel Appliances that all stay, including a brand new refrigerator added in 2024. True one-floor living is made possible with a conveniently located first-floor bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry room,
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home in the desirable Kent City School District! Conveniently located near downtown Kent and Kent State University, this home offers a blend of modern updates and timeless character. The main level features a welcoming living room with a fireplace, a formal dining room with original built-in cabinets, and a completely renovated kitchen
WOW! Single family buildable lot in Kent Park. Lovely 0.268 acre lot with a few trees. Lot size 90X130. Public sewer is available. Natural wildlife habitat this lot. Lot located in Franklin Township. A well will need to be drilled for water source. See listing agent or Realtor for the zoning rules for this lot. Convenient location to shopping, restaurants, downtown Kent, Routes 59, 261,43,76.
Welcome home to 2092 Sugar Maple Drive! This nearly new 2023 Colonial perfectly combines modern style with family-friendly comfort. From the moment you arrive, you?ll love the charming curb appeal and welcoming front porch. Inside, an open-concept main floor creates the ideal space for gathering?featuring a bright, spacious kitchen with sleek cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large center
WOW! Two lots located in Brady Lake Village. 0.1396 acre lot. Each lot is 40X76. Great access to go swimming, lake activities, fishing (must have a valid fishing license), park, playground, baseball field, or pavilion area. Lots are not buildable, but the land could be used for gardening, bee hives, fruit trees, pine trees (Christmas trees), harvest trees for firewood, or collect maple syrup. Per
Unique opportunity to own a single family house and a duplex on one corner lot. House is a four bedroom two and a half bathrooms living room family room with a fireplace large deck on the rear of the property asphalt driveway and an over sized garage (for car) with gas heat. Each unit of the duplex consist of one bedroom and one bathroom living room and kitchen. Tenant pays their own utilities
Your lake lifestyle awaits in the highly desirable Twin Lakes community, just in time for summer! Known for its private lake privileges, scenic surroundings, and strong sense of community, Twin Lakes living is hard to beat. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water, this neighborhood delivers! This home exudes charm at every turn. Step inside to a welcoming
Custom home by Hostetler Family Homes in the established neighborhood of The Estates of Marsh Landing. Construction is scheduled to begin in late June with completion expected in November 2026. Early contracts present a rare opportunity to personalize select finishes while the home is still in its earliest stages. This thoughtfully designed two-story residence offers a first-floor primary suite
Christine SmithKeller Williams Legacy Group Realty
Beautifully updated ranch offering comfortable one floor living with thoughtful improvements throughout! Situated on a lush fully fenced lot, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features a spacious layout with carpeted bedrooms and family room for warmth and comfort, while the kitchen and baths offer durable ceramic tile flooring. The updated kitchen opens to the dining and living areas creating an
Laura CiriglianoBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Experience effortless living in the Alberti Ranch - a thoughtfully designed single-family home that combines modern comfort with open-concept convenience. From the moment you enter the foyer, you’re welcomed into a bright, flowing living space tailored to fit your lifestyle. The heart of the home features a gourmet kitchen with beautiful white cabinetry, granite countertops, and sleek stainless
486 Needham Ave Kent, OH 44240 is a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home located in the heart of Kent. This inviting property offers the perfect blend of comfort, space and convenience — ideal for families or up to two unrelated individuals per City of Kent. The home features fresh paint, carpeting, and beautiful details throughout. The spacious kitchen comes fully equipped with a refrigerator,
Gold Zone Valley is a quiet complex located within walking distance of Kent State University. Valley has a variety of spacious floorplans to choose from, many recently updated. The property recently received a new clubhouse, fitness area, outdoor sport court, high speed internet and dog park.
Redwood Kent Tallmadge Road is where you'll find the single-story apartment you've been looking for. Live in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, pet-friendly apartment rental home with an attached garage. Enjoy being surrounded by charming greenery, with all the amenities you could need just a stone's throw away. Plus, you can get to the arts, entertainment, dining and attractions of Akron in under 20
At Campus Pointe Kent, you're not just renting an apartment - you're joining a vibrant community designed with students in mind. Nestled in a peaceful setting, our property offers easy access to downtown Kent's nightlife and shopping. Each apartment boasts hardwood floors, granite countertops, and full kitchen appliances. You'll enjoy in-unit washer and dryer, air conditioning, and heat for
Welcome to the brand-new luxury neighborhood of The Villas at Wyles Farm, nestled within the captivating community of Brimfield, Ohio. Designed with the highest level of exclusivity, quality and craftsmanship, our spacious one, two & three-bedroom single-story apartments offer a private retreat with attached one & two-car garages for effortless accessibility. Fully-immerse yourself in upscale
Vibrant student community adjacent to Kent State University. Voted #1 off-campus housing again by Kent Stater readers! Now taking applications for individual students and groups of 2, 3, 4 or 5. Rent is priced per bedroom and includes utilities. Pet friendly property with acres of green space. Two story spacious, newly remodeled living areas with up to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Roommate matching
Welcome home to 345 Flats, where we've designed the perfect student living apartment community in Kent, OH. Notice our wide variety of layout options, from studio options to one, two, and four-bedroom apartments - all fully equipped with furnishings such as walk-in closets, granite countertops, hardwood-like floors, and more.When you add unbeatable community amenities and a great downtown
Gold Zone Ridge, located across the street from Kent State University is a perfect location for individuals looking for a property within walking distance to the University and downtown Kent. A variety of recently updated floor plans to choose from.
Luxury meets location at Sutton Crossings Apartments. These 1 and 2 bedroom suites were thoughtfully designed to provide everything one could need to live comfortably. From an in-suite washer and dryer to a private balcony or patio, ceiling fans to large walk-in closets, not a detail was spared in constructing these luxury homes. Residents can enjoy community features like a modern fitness center
Holly Park Apartments is the place to be where space, location, options matter. You are feet away from groceries, restaurants, Kent State University, and independence. Sometimes, after a day of non-stop running, you need a place to sprawl out. Our apartments start at 810 sq. ft. for all the sprawling you could want or need. We think you'll fall in love with our dynamic complex.
Pebblebrook Apartments offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Kent, OH with spacious floor plans, modern features, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and major roadways. Located near State Route 59 and I-76, the community places residents close to Kent State University, local employers, parks, and everyday essentials. Apartment homes feature fully equipped kitchens with microwaves and
Since 1992, our family has been providing AFFORDABLE student housing at Kent State University and the University of Akron exceeding customer expectations for more than 30+ years. Being a small local company, we self-manage the properties we own. For our residents, it means we are committed to providing exceptional quality living with continued reinvestments and enhancements, great amenities,
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