Last Sold Price
5 beds5,115 sqft$158/sqft
874 Merriman Road, Akron, OH 44303

Description

Built circa 1885, the Merriman Farmhouse has been lovingly restored to reflect the Georgian Revival style and timeless elegance of the grand homes of that era. Gleaming Redwood columns rise atop a gentle hill overlooking historic Merriman Road, while the in-ground pool & guesthouse create an exceptional setting for entertaining. A 2-story front porch leads to sweeping foyer thats flanked by a stately dining rm w HW floors & a gas FP w marble surround to the right & a beautiful living rm to the left...Built circa 1885, the Merriman Farmhouse has been lovingly restored to reflect the Georgian Revival style and timeless elegance of the grand homes of that era. Gleaming Redwood columns rise atop a gentle hill overlooking historic Merriman Road, while the in-ground pool & guesthouse create an exceptional setting for entertaining. A 2-story front porch leads to sweeping foyer thats flanked by a stately dining rm w HW floors & a gas FP w marble surround to the right & a beautiful living rm to the left w HW flrs, gas FP w marble surround & historic windows. The wood-paneled den w FP & handsome built-ins. A charming 3 season rm (formerly a sleeping porch) w 2 sliders w new glass, wood-paneled walls & traditional 'haint blue' ceiling. The kitchen feat. Viking range, new sink & faucet, a lovely dinette w picture window. Mudroom connects the home to garage & feat. new split HVAC, slate tile floor, built-in cabs & original arched windows. Enjoy summer evenings on the screened porch overlooking pool & new patio. A 1st floor laundry rm w quartz c-top, full BA & half BA of of front foyer complete 1st floor. Upstairs 4 well-sized BRs, all w beautiful HW flr, 2 full BA incl. 1 w tile floor, subway tile shower, dbl sinks & linen cab. while the other feat. tub/shwr & pedestal sink. The bsmt feat. 2 brand-new 50-gal HWTs, 2nd laundry, daylight windows, 200-amp panel w newer service cable & 400k BTU steam boiler. The backyard is a hidden oasis w a 20x40 in-ground chlorine pool w new cover, heater '23, filter & pump '23, 3 sheds. A new brick patio, pavilion w chandelier & Redwood deck creates the perfect backdrop for summer fun. The 1 BR 1 BA 1250 sqft Redwood-sided guesthouse w Pella windows, parquet flr, vaulted ceil. w skylights, kitchen w charming cabs & newer s/s appl., updated full bath, own HVAC. Main home painted w SW Emerald paint '24. The Merriman Farmhouse is rich with history, original character, thoughtful updates & exceptional spaces for entertaining & overnight guests.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/08/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Robin M Rohrich • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
    P: (330) 696-4179 C: (330) 696-4179 rrohrich@stoufferrealty.com

Property Details for 874 Merriman Road

Status
MLS #
5211081
Days on Market
33
Taxes
$11,577 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1885
Lot Size
1.35 AC / 58,906 SF
Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
Ridgecrest
View
Neighborhood
Has Waterfront
No

Location

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Building Information for 874 Merriman Road

Stories2Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size1.35 AC / 58,906 SF

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$5,082 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,117

Property Taxes

$965

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 874 Merriman Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Merriman between Mayfair & Sunnyside
  • Latitude: 41.115628
  • Longitude: -81.541355
  • Township: Akron
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 6834332
  • Tax Annual Amount: $11,577.00
  • Tax Legal Description: RIDGECREST LOT 42 ALL
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Akron CSD - 7701
  • High School District: Akron CSD - 7701
  • Middle or Junior School District: Akron CSD - 7701
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, Garage Faces Side
Property
Lot Information
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.3523
  • Lot Size Area: 1.3523
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5115.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Land Lease: No
  • Living Area: 5115.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Condition: Updated Remodeled
  • Year Built: 1885
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Redwood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Pergola, Sheds, Storage
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Daylight, Full, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms Integer: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log
  • Total Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 9
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler Irrigation, Lighting
  • Fencing: Full, Gate
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Features: Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover, Pool Sweep
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt, Fiberglass
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15.6 x 17
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Room Length: 15.6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5 x 13
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8.8
  • Room Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 8.8
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15.7 x 17
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.7
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 27 x 18
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 17
  • Room Features: Bookcases, Fireplace
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 8
  • Room Flooring: Slate
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 4
  • Room Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 4.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 7
  • Room Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 9
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 17
  • Room Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 17.0

Property History for 874 Merriman Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 8, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945084681

$810,000
Jul 8, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139312446

$810,000

+24.0% / yr

Jul 8, 2026

Sold

MLS Now #5211081

$810,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/08/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945084681

$810,000
07/08/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139312446

$810,000

+24.0% / yr

07/08/2026

Sold

MLS Now #5211081

$810,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 874 Merriman Road

Taxable ValueLand$43,918Additions$183,719Total$227,637
Tax Record2025$20,696 ($1,725 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,178 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,178 SqFtStories2Lot Size58,905 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1885Year Renovated1885CountySUMMITAPN68-34332

Schools near 874 Merriman Road

This home is within Akron City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
King Community Learning Center
PublicK to 5

Litchfield Community Learning Center
Public6 to 8

Firestone High School
Public9 to 12

I Promise School
Public3 to 8

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