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$119,645$108 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $48,000 on Jan 7, 1999

996 INDEPENDENCE AVE

AKRON, OH 44310
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,104 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$120K
$92K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$48,000 · Jan 7, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,826 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$52,070 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,847
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,223
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,231
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,770

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySUMMIT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 126 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
North High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Jennings Community Learning CenterC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
Barber Community Learning CenterC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.9 mi

District: Akron Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 44310These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,655
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,187 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,151
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

996 Independence Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Summit County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Summit County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Akron 44310
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Akron 44310
  • Older than 82% of homes in Chapel Hill

What homes are worth in Akron 44310

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$55K$215K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Akron 44310.

How it measures up in Akron 44310

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Akron 44310.

Estimated value$119,645
CheaperTypical $116,379Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 804 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 996 Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChapel HillAkron 44310Summit County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,64528% of homes53% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10817% of homes19% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²65% of homes83% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac96% of homes98% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than193818% of homes63% of homes24% of homes

About 996 Independence Ave

How much is 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH is $119,645 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $91,808 to $147,482. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH last sell?

996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH last sold on Jan 7, 1999 for $48,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH?

996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH built?

996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH?

996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH is assigned to North High School (high), rated C; Jennings Community Learning Center (middle), rated C-; Barber Community Learning Center (elementary), rated C. All sit in Akron Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH compare to other homes in Akron 44310?

Among the 7,664 homes in Akron 44310, it is worth more than 53% of them ($119,645 against a typical $116,379), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($108 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 804 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1938 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Summit County, it is worth more than 20% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 996 Independence Ave, Akron, OH was $4,826. The county assessed it at $52,070.

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