Melissa Ritter
Realtor®
Portage County Regional Office
(1 reviews on Zillow)
https://www.melissaritter.com
Check out my pet, Jax
Portage Lakes Area REALTOR® | Local Market Expertise & Strategic Guidance
Welcome to my corner of the Northeast Ohio real estate market. I’m Melissa Ritter, a REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty, serving Summit, Stark, and Portage Counties with a strong focus on the Portage Lakes area.
As a longtime Akron native and Portage Lakes area resident, I bring a deep understanding of the local market—especially when it comes to the unique considerations of buying and selling near the water, including seawalls, dock access, and lakefront property factors that many buyers don’t initially think about.
My commitment to excellence has been consistently recognized both statewide and nationally. I am a two-time recipient of the Ohio REALTORS® President’s Sales Club Award (2024 & 2025), placing me among the top-performing agents in the state, and a member of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Honor Society, ranking in the top 17% of agents nationwide.
With a background in digital marketing and SEO, I bring a modern, data-driven approach to real estate. I understand how buyers search for homes today and how to position listings for maximum visibility—whether online, in search results, or within competitive markets.
I’m also the creator of LivingInPortageLakes.com, a dedicated resource for buyers and sellers exploring the Portage Lakes area. Through this platform, I share in-depth, hyperlocal insights into the lake lifestyle, neighborhoods, and the real factors that impact buying and selling in this unique market.
My approach is strategic, detail-oriented, and tailored to each client. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, relocating, or preparing to sell, I focus on helping you make confident decisions backed by local expertise and real market insight.
If you’re considering buying or selling in Northeast Ohio, I’d be honored to guide you through the process with clarity, strategy, and a focus on achieving the best possible outcome.
My Certifications
- Honor Society
1317 Sandelwood Oval Kent OH 44240
Kent, OH 44240
- Property Type Residential
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full 1 Half
737 Allerton St
Kent
OH 44240
- Sold Price $252,000
- Sold Date 09/29/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
353 3rd Street NW
Barberton
OH 44203
- Sold Price $155,000
- Sold Date 09/23/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
2261 8th Street SW
Akron
OH 44314
- Sold Price $60,000
- Sold Date 09/08/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
3842 Kippford Circle NW
Uniontown
OH 44685
- Sold Price $515,000
- Sold Date 08/17/2026
- Listed by Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
1560 Applewood Way
Uniontown
OH 44685
- Sold Price $365,000
- Sold Date 08/06/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
3346 E Fairfax Rd
Cleveland Heights
OH 44118
- Sold Price $345,000
- Sold Date 06/05/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
1174 Kohler Ave
Akron
OH 44314
- Sold Price $80,000
- Sold Date 05/11/2026
- Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty
939 Lane Street
Akron
OH 44307
- Sold Price $108,000
- Sold Date 04/29/2026
- Listed by Cutler Real Estate
In August of 2025, my constant sidekick, Jax, turned eight years old. He's a full-bred boxer with a heart of gold and a love for his family that knows no bounds. If you're looking for a dog that defines loyalty, Jax is your guy. His protective nature is always on display—he's my constant shadow. Whether I'm in the kitchen, doing laundry, relaxing on the back deck, or working in my home office, you can bet he's right by my side, ready to guard his person.
Favorite Food:
Favorite Toy:
Favorite Habit:
Cheese
All of them!
Stealing blankets off the couch and rolling himself up in them.
