Home for Sale at 48 S Wheaton Road in Akron, OH for $1,750,000

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48 S Wheaton Road | Akron

$1,750,000 | 8 Beds | 11 Baths (7 Full, 4 Half) | 10,525 Sq. Ft.

Understated from the street, extraordinary in its unfolding; discover timeless sophistication and the essence of West Akron gracious living at this Fairlawn Heights estate, which was designed in 1930 by noted architect Maxwell Norcross and expanded by the owner of Hamlin Construction as his residence in the 1980s and 2010s. 48 South Wheaton Rd offers 10,525 square feet of refined living on 3.1 impeccably maintained acres\u2014blending resort-style luxury with urban convenience. Gracious gathering spaces include a stately library, formal dining room, charming kitchen, and elegant living room, plus a magnificent great room with private entrance. A luminous sunroom and dramatic 60-foot colonnade overlook the serene grounds, while finished lower-level recreation rooms add versatility. The home features 8 bedrooms and 8.4 baths, including two fully appointed guest/staff apartments. Two luxurious first-floor bedroom suites offer 12-foot ceilings, fireplaces, spa-style baths, and expansive closets. Every detail\u2014from lighting to millwork\u2014respects the home\u2019s architectural legacy. Outside, over three acres of landscaped gardens form a private, park-like retreat with fountain, pathways, mature trees, and dramatic lighting. Dual-level garages offer ample parking, including space for a limousine! A rare opportunity for elevated living just minutes from Akron and within easy reach of Cleveland, Lake Erie, and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. MLSNow 5258982

Directions to property: W Market or E Fairlawn Blvd to South Wheaton. W Market St is between the side of the property and the Fairlawn CC golf course. Very close to Pilgrim Square and a few minutes from the Ridgewood/Miller entrance/exit off I-77.

MLS Listing ID: 
MLSNow 5258982
Listing Category: 
Purchase
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Pricing
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List Price: 
$1,750,000
Basic Property Information
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Property Type: 
Residential
Property Sub Type: 
Single Family Residence
Primary Market Area: 
Akron
Address: 
48 S Wheaton Road, Akron, OH 44313
County: 
Summit
Latitude: 
41.1187490
Longitude: 
-81.5925610
Directions: 
W Market or E Fairlawn Blvd to South Wheaton. W Market St is between the side of the property and the Fairlawn CC golf course. Very close to Pilgrim Square and a few minutes from the Ridgewood/Miller entrance/exit off I-77.
Public Remarks: 
Understated from the street, extraordinary in its unfolding; discover timeless sophistication and the essence of West Akron gracious living at this Fairlawn Heights estate, which was designed in 1930 by noted architect Maxwell Norcross and expanded by the owner of Hamlin Construction as his residence in the 1980s and 2010s. 48 South Wheaton Rd offers 10,525 square feet of refined living on 3.1 impeccably maintained acres\u2014blending resort-style luxury with urban convenience. Gracious gathering spaces include a stately library, formal dining room, charming kitchen, and elegant living room, plus a magnificent great room with private entrance. A luminous sunroom and dramatic 60-foot colonnade overlook the serene grounds, while finished lower-level recreation rooms add versatility. The home features 8 bedrooms and 8.4 baths, including two fully appointed guest/staff apartments. Two luxurious first-floor bedroom suites offer 12-foot ceilings, fireplaces, spa-style baths, and expansive closets. Every detail\u2014from lighting to millwork\u2014respects the home\u2019s architectural legacy. Outside, over three acres of landscaped gardens form a private, park-like retreat with fountain, pathways, mature trees, and dramatic lighting. Dual-level garages offer ample parking, including space for a limousine! A rare opportunity for elevated living just minutes from Akron and within easy reach of Cleveland, Lake Erie, and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Community Information
School District: 
Akron CSD - 7701
Subdivision: 
Fairlawn Heights
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Colonial
Stories: 
2
Year Built: 
1930
Living Area: 
10,525
Basement: 
Full,Finished
Interior: 
Bookcases,Built-in Features,Crown Molding,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,His and Hers Closets,In-Law Floorplan,Primary Downstairs,Multiple Closets,Recessed Lighting,Walk-In Closet(s)
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Brick
Foundation Details: 
Block
Roof: 
Slate
Exterior Features: 
Garden,Irrigation Sprinklers,Lighting,Private Yard,Storage
Porch: 
Enclosed,Patio,Porch
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
16
Total Bedrooms: 
8
Total Bathrooms: 
11
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
7
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
4
Total One-Quarter-Bathrooms: 
0
Total Three-Quarter-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Gas,Hot Water,Steam,Zoned
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Public
Sewer: 
Public Sewer
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
3.14
Lot Size (Area): 
3.14
View: 
Trees/Woods
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Attached,Circular Driveway,Concrete,Detached,Electricity,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Multi-Level,Parking Pad,Private,Garage Faces Rear,Garage Faces Side,See Remarks,Workshop in Garage
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
6861534
Annual Tax: 
$32,904.00
Contract Details
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Possession: 
Negotiable
Listing Participants
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Listing Office Name: 
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty

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