Live in One, Let the Other Pay the Mortgage – Less Than a Mile from Kent State! Here’s your chance to own a flexible property just under one mile from Kent State University and turn homeownership into an income strategy. The main home offers 3 bedrooms, including two on the main level and a spacious upper suite with its own half bath and extra storage — perfect for privacy, a home office, or primary retreat. The kitchen features updated oak cabinetry and includes all appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher), with a convenient mudroom/laundry area nearby. The lower level provides abundant storage along with an updated furnace and electrical system for added peace of mind. What makes this property truly special is the second home — previously operated as a midterm rental. This charming 2-bedroom space includes a walk-in closet, updated kitchen and baths, and its own ensuite laundry. The inviting front porch creates a private, welcoming atmosphere for guests or tenants. Live comfortably in the main house while generating income from the second — or explore long-term rental, short-term rental, or multi-generational living options. Additional features include a full two-car garage and an extra storage building for added flexibility. All of this within minutes of Kent State’s campus, restaurants, shopping, and the vibrant energy of a thriving college town. Smart. Strategic. Income-producing. Your opportunity to build equity while someone else helps pay the mortgage
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.
