Student Rental Apartment
For Sale
$550,000
642 E Summit Street, Kent, OH 44240
COMMERCIAL - Kent, OH
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.21 Acres
Days on Market13
Property Features for 642 E Summit Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Apartment
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
Off Street, Driveway, Parking Lot
Elementary school district
Kent CSD - 6705
Middle school district
Kent CSD - 6705
High school district
Kent CSD - 6705
Directions
From I-77 S: Take exit 33 onto SR-43 toward Kent, and turn left. Turn right onto E Summit St.
Standard status
Active
APN
17-013-10-00-115-000
Lot size
0.21 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
3952
HOA Fee
$1,800 Annually
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public
Building Details
Year built
1910
Floors in Building
3
Number of units
8
Roof type
Fiberglass, Asphalt
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty · Keller Williams Realty
(330) 836-4300
Listed By:
Aimee Neiman · License #2020001502
(330) 620-1123
Added: Aug 7
Changed: Aug 18
Last Checked: Aug 19 at 3:06PM
MLS# 5234795
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 1910 apartment building on 0.21 acres is configured for room-by-room student housing, with 8 private bedrooms or rentable spaces and shared living, kitchen, and bathroom areas. The property also includes a basement apartment, central air, natural gas forced-air heat, public water, public sewer, and fiberglass and asphalt roofing. Five rooms are occupied, while three are being marketed for the 2026-2027 school year. The City of Kent has licensed the property for up to 10 occupants, and the basement apartment plus one larger bedroom can each accommodate 2 occupants.
Located near Kent State University, the property provides front and rear off-street parking for 14 vehicles. The current operation produces an approximate 8% cap rate, with additional leasing capacity tied to the remaining available rooms and licensed occupancy. Parking features include a driveway and parking lot.
Located near Kent State University, the property provides front and rear off-street parking for 14 vehicles. The current operation produces an approximate 8% cap rate, with additional leasing capacity tied to the remaining available rooms and licensed occupancy. Parking features include a driveway and parking lot.
Key Highlights
- 8 private bedrooms or rentable spaces with shared living, kitchen, and bathroom areas
- Basement apartment included; basement apartment and one larger bedroom can each accommodate 2 occupants
- City of Kent license permits up to 10 occupants
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
8
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,017
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 44240, OH
38,354
Population
20,228
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
44%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
39.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
966
Density / Sq Mi
$57,415
Median Household Income
$31,613
Median Earnings
$989
Median Rent
$216,000
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Room-by-room housing near Kent State University includes shared common areas, a basement apartment, and off-street parking.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 642 E Summit Street Kent, OH.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 8 private bedrooms or rentable spaces with shared living, kitchen, and bathroom areas; Basement apartment included; basement apartment and one larger bedroom can each accommodate 2 occupants; City of Kent license permits up to 10 occupants
