A well-maintained duplex in a prime Kent location, offering two spacious units, each with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. This property is ideal for investors seeking a turn-key rental or anyone looking for a solid house-hack opportunity. Both units feature bright living rooms, dining areas, and functional kitchens with ample storage. Bedrooms are generously sized, and each unit includes a convenient main-level half bath. The layout appeals to long-term renters and supports strong rental demand year-round. The seller has completed a long list of meaningful updates, including new flooring in 2025, new toilets in 2024, new windows on the left side in 2024, gutter guards in 2023, updated electrical panels on both sides in 2021, a new backsplash in the left unit in 2021, and new oven vents in 2021. These improvements add value, reduce maintenance costs, and provide peace of mind for the next owner. Located just minutes from Kent State University, downtown Kent, parks, restaurants, and major highways, this property sits exactly where tenants want to be. The lot offers a usable yard and off-street parking, adding even more appeal. If you’re looking for an updated, income-producing property with large units and consistent rental potential, 780 Akron Blvd delivers.
Well-Maintained Side-by-Side Duplex in Desirable Kent Location – Excellent Investment Opportunity! This well-cared-for side-by-side duplex offers a total of 3,584 square feet in the highly desirable city of Kent. Each unit features 3 bedrooms, with a 4th bedroom option in the lower level walk-out, 2 full baths, in-suite laundry, dishwasher, range, and refrigerator, providing comfortable and convenient living for tenants. The property includes a walk-out lower level and has been well maintained inside and out. One unit is vacant and tenant-ready, ideal for an owner-occupant or new lease, while the other unit is occupied by a reliable tenant. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, trash, and recycling, keeping owner expenses low and ensuring excellent cash flow. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, commuter routes, and Kent State University, this property offers strong rental demand in a prime Kent location. Whether you’re an investor seeking turnkey income or a buyer looking to live in one unit and rent the other, this duplex checks all the boxes.
Kent is located in Ohio. Kent, Ohio has a population of 27,912. Kent is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 30.84% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.45%.
The median household income in Kent, Ohio is $36,799. The median household income for the surrounding county is $64,163 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Kent is 23.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 19 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 38.5 inches per year, with 52 inches of snow per year.
