2166 Ridgewood Road
Akron, OH 44313

Property Description

This signature Fairlawn Heights home is priced for potential and could be improved into the $1mm + range. Nestled on a lush, private 1.2-acre lot, this stately 1928 Georgian Colonial is perched atop Ridgewood Road in Fairlawn Hts. Offering 6 bedrooms & 5.5 baths, the residence blends timeless elegance w thoughtful updates. A grand marble foyer sets the tone, opening to sweeping formal gardens and a fenced in-ground pool w/pool house feat. half bath & outdoor kitchen. The main level features a marble-floored Dining Room w/hand-painted chinoiserie wallpaper, a refined Living Room with marble FP, parquet floors, and a sunlit Garden Room w/antique chandelier, latticework walls & curved privacy glass. The kitchen, part updated in 2023 feat. quartz counters, WoodMode cabinetry, large island w/veg sink, hand-painted tile, high-end appliances including Electrolux, KitchenAid & Fagor induction cooktop, plus Andersen 400-series windows in the dining nook. Adjacent is a Butler’s Pantry w/marble top, a cozy Library w/FP, powder room & Family Room w FP & neutral carpet. A handsome office completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a sitting room, walk-in dressing room, and oversized bath. Five additional BDs, including two in the original staff quarters, complete the second level. A hidden stair leads to attic storage. The partially-finished LL includes a Rec Room with FP, Study Nook, full bath, Laundry, and a heated 2-car garage w/extra storage. The expansive grounds offer exceptional privacy & a side exit to Fairlawn Boulevard w a level lawn leading to the oversized pool. Rich in architectural pedigree, the home has seen updates over time, including a brand new boiler in 2026, while other areas reflect earlier eras & offer opportunity for further improvement. The asking price reflects the home’s current condition & represents an excellent opportunity to modernize, personalize and build long-term value in one of Fairlawn Heights’ most distinctive properties.