$160,000
SOLD DEC 5, 2025

78 E Brookside Ave Akron, OH 44301

Firestone Park Neighborhood
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,946 Sq Ft
6,360 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$82 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of December 2025

Welcome to 78 E Brookside Rd, a charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial located in the heart of Firestone Park. This well-maintained home offers classic character and flexible living spaces throughout. Enter through the finished enclosed front porch featuring hardwood flooring and wood paneling—perfect for relaxing year-round. The foyer includes ceramic tile and leads into a comfortable living room with a fireplace, built-ins, and light-colored carpeting. The adjacent dining room is currently used as additional living space, offering versatility to fit your needs. A rear addition provides extra space ideal for a small office, breakfast area, or sunny plant room. The fully applianced kitchen features oak cabinetry, ceramic tile flooring, and a convenient first-floor half bath. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with an oversized walk-in closet. The updated full bath features a walk-in shower. The third floor offers a large fourth bedroom or bonus space. Outside, enjoy a peaceful backyard with beautiful landscaping that feels like a private garden retreat. Conveniently located less than five miles from I-76, grocery stores, fitness centers, metro parks, and just minutes from downtown Akron.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy Bartlebaugh

RE/MAX Trends Realty Brokerage Email: bartlebaughsells@gmail.com, 330-564-5632 License #2006001042 Listed on: 11/07/2025

Co-Listed By

Cindy Cobb

RE/MAX Trends Realty Brokerage Email: bartlebaughsells@gmail.com, 330-564-5632 License #2017000927

Last Buyer's Agent

Frances Leatherman

The Milton Corporation License #278629

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,707

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 6,360 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,946 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Thornton Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6727208

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,707

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Attribution Contact: bartlebaughsells@gmail.com, 330-564-5632
  • Co List Office Phone: 234-251-0555
  • Subdivision Name: Thornton Heights
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1946.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Acres: 0.146
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Principal is Real Estate Licensed
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Akron CSD - 7701

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 6727208
  • LandLeaseYN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1707.0

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Sold $160,000 +0.1% $82 / Sq Ft
11/19/2025 11/19/25 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Price Changed $159,900 -5.3% $82 / Sq Ft
11/07/2025 11/07/25 For Sale $168,900 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Now

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,452 $36,075 $7,592 $28,483
2024 $1,452 $36,075 $7,592 $28,483
2023 $1,452 $36,075 $7,592 $28,483
2022 $981 $22,653 $4,687 $17,966
2021 $982 $22,653 $4,687 $17,966
2020 $968 $22,660 $4,690 $17,970
2019 $987 $21,650 $5,210 $16,440
2018 $974 $21,650 $5,210 $16,440
2017 $1,259 $21,650 $5,210 $16,440
2016 $1,260 $25,480 $6,130 $19,350
2015 $1,259 $25,480 $6,130 $19,350
2014 $1,249 $25,480 $6,130 $19,350
2013 $1,316 $26,810 $6,130 $20,680
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nancy Bartlebaugh

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Nancy Bartlebaugh

    RE/MAX

    (330) 564-5632

    14 in this area

    530 Total Sales

    Nancy Bartlebaugh
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  • Cindy Cobb

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Cindy Cobb

    RE/MAX

    (234) 521-4444

    2 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Cindy Cobb
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Frances Leatherman

    The Milton Corporation

    (330) 697-0593

    1 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Frances Leatherman
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Map

Source: MLS Now

MLS Number: 5166604

MLS Now

APN: 67-27208

Ohio Summit County Akron 44301 Firestone Park

78 E Brookside Ave, Akron, OH

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