Home for Sale at 835 Mae Street in Kent, OH for $249,000

835 Mae Street | Kent

$249,000 | 4 Beds | 2 Baths (2 Full) | 1,172 Sq. Ft.

This classic post\u2013World War II Cape Cod offers timeless character, modern efficiency, and an unbeatable location. Situated at the corner of two dead-end streets, the home provides a peaceful, low-traffic setting\u2014yet sits right next to Kent State University and within a comfortable walking distance to vibrant downtown Kent.\r\nCompletely rebuilt to code inside in 2014, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home was thoughtfully updated with R-19 wall insulation and up to R-28 overhead where possible, along with all-new HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. A high-efficiency gas furnace and water heater were installed in 2023, ensuring year-round comfort and energy savings. You\u2019ll stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and enjoy impressively low utility costs.\r\nThe home has been meticulously maintained and improved:\r\nRoof replaced in 2016\r\nChimney relined for the wood-burning parlor stove in 2023\r\nExterior freshly repainted in August 2025\r\nNew insulated garage doors installed in 2023\r\nThe former two-car garage has been converted into a heated studio space, offering flexible options for a workshop, creative studio, home office, or additional living area. An additional carport provides convenient covered parking.\r\nAll appliances will remain with the home (excluding the basement freezer), making this truly move-in ready.\r\nBacking up to KSU property and just a 15\u201320 minute walk to downtown Kent\u2019s shopping, dining, and the Portage Hike and Bike Trail network, this home combines quiet surroundings with easy access to everything the community has to offer.\r\nThis is a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained, energy-efficient home full of character in one of Kent\u2019s most desirable and convenient locations. MLSNow 5186443

Directions to property: From South Water /Rte43- take School Street east to its end at Mae Street. Home is on the north east corner.

MLS Listing ID: 
MLSNow 5186443
Listing Category: 
Purchase
Listing Status
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Listing Status: 
Contingent
Listing Pricing
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List Price: 
$249,000
Basic Property Information
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Property Type: 
Residential
Property Sub Type: 
Single Family Residence
Primary Market Area: 
Kent
Address: 
835 Mae Street, Kent, OH 44240
County: 
Portage
Latitude: 
41.1433330
Longitude: 
-81.3470200
Directions: 
From South Water /Rte43- take School Street east to its end at Mae Street. Home is on the north east corner.
Public Remarks: 
This classic post\u2013World War II Cape Cod offers timeless character, modern efficiency, and an unbeatable location. Situated at the corner of two dead-end streets, the home provides a peaceful, low-traffic setting\u2014yet sits right next to Kent State University and within a comfortable walking distance to vibrant downtown Kent.\r\nCompletely rebuilt to code inside in 2014, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath home was thoughtfully updated with R-19 wall insulation and up to R-28 overhead where possible, along with all-new HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. A high-efficiency gas furnace and water heater were installed in 2023, ensuring year-round comfort and energy savings. You\u2019ll stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and enjoy impressively low utility costs.\r\nThe home has been meticulously maintained and improved:\r\nRoof replaced in 2016\r\nChimney relined for the wood-burning parlor stove in 2023\r\nExterior freshly repainted in August 2025\r\nNew insulated garage doors installed in 2023\r\nThe former two-car garage has been converted into a heated studio space, offering flexible options for a workshop, creative studio, home office, or additional living area. An additional carport provides convenient covered parking.\r\nAll appliances will remain with the home (excluding the basement freezer), making this truly move-in ready.\r\nBacking up to KSU property and just a 15\u201320 minute walk to downtown Kent\u2019s shopping, dining, and the Portage Hike and Bike Trail network, this home combines quiet surroundings with easy access to everything the community has to offer.\r\nThis is a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained, energy-efficient home full of character in one of Kent\u2019s most desirable and convenient locations.
Community Information
School District: 
Kent CSD - 6705
Subdivision: 
Morris
Community Features: 
Public Transportation
Building Details
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Architectural Style: 
Cape Cod
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
1948
Living Area: 
1,172
Basement: 
Full
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Other
Roof: 
Asphalt,Fiberglass
Porch: 
Patio,Porch
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
6
Total Bedrooms: 
4
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Total One-Quarter-Bathrooms: 
0
Total Three-Quarter-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
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Heating System: 
Forced Air,Gas
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Public
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
0.2
Lot Size (Area): 
0.2
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
60x141
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Detached,Electricity,Garage,Paved
Fence: 
Partial
Additional Details
Appliances: 
Cooktop,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
17-014-10-00-055-000
Annual Tax: 
$2,664.48
Contract Details
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Possession: 
Delivery Of Deed
Listing Participants
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Listing Office Name: 
Century 21 Wilbur Realty

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