3438 Links Dr · Fairlawn, OH 44333

$399,000

3 bd · 2.0 ba · 3,016 sqft · Townhouse public records · 203 Days on market

Built 2023 4,142 sqft lot $132/sqft · 38% below area Est $642k · 38% under $145/mo HOA · 6% of rent

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Why this score? — see what drove the D- grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

• ARV discount +15.0/15.0
• Schools +6.8/10.0
• Cash flow +6.5/30.0
• Livability +4.5/5.0
• Rent growth +2.5/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• 1% rule +1.2/10.0
• DSCR +0.8/10.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

This beautiful, two-year-new home is just what you've been searching for! Being an end unit and windows on three sides, it is flooded with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor living in this open-concept layout, which seamlessly connects the dining area, kitchen, and living room. The primary bedroom suite is thoughtfully tucked away for added privacy. Step onto the covered front porch and enter the foyer, where you're greeted by high-end luxury vinyl plank flooring and high soaring ceilings with recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen features quartz counters with an extended island, high-quality stainless-steel appliances, and a pantry, all complemented by sleek white cabinetry. The adjacent living room flows effortlessly to an exterior composite deck, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, which boasts windows on two sides for plenty of natural light, a spa-like bathroom with separate sink areas, a private toilet room, a linen closet, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional well-appointed bedrooms, a home office, a storage room, and a full bath, providing ample space for everyone. The finished lower level is a fantastic bonus, featuring plush carpeting, high ceilings, a full bath, and a large window that brings in daylight along with exterior access. Plus, there's an unfinished utility room for additional storage needs. Many upgrades were added during construction, ensuring this home stands out. Recent upgrades include refreshed paint and professionally steam-cleaned carpets. With a first-floor laundry room and half bath completing the layout, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning property! Call today to schedule your private showing!

Key facts

• Covered front porch
• First-floor living
• Natural sunlight

Tags

• NATURAL SUNLIGHT
• FIRST-FLOOR LIVING
• OPEN-CONCEPT LAYOUT
• COVERED FRONT PORCH
• HIGH SOARING CEILINGS
• RECESSED LIGHTING

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath townhouse listed at $399k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $-673 ($-8k/yr) — negative.
• To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $280k (29.8% below list).
• To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $248k (37.7% below list).
• Recommended offer: $248k (37.7% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
• Cap rate 4.3% vs local median 2.8% in Fairlawn — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 89/100 on livability (#11 in OH, #122 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: crime A+, amenities A+, employment A+; Watch: commute F.
• Copley-Fairlawn City (suburban): math 77% / reading 79% proficiency, ranked #58 of 656 in OH (top 9%) — strong family-tenant draw, lease renewals of 3-5y typical; only 15% free/reduced lunch — higher-income household profile.
• Zoned schools: Fort Island Primary Elementary School (math 87% / reading 77%, grade A+, #116 of 1,584 statewide, top 9%, 376 students, 21% FRL); Copley-Fairlawn Middle School (math 76% / reading 79%, grade A+, #68 of 654 statewide, top 10%, 756 students, 16% FRL); Copley High School (math 67% / reading 76%, grade B+, #98 of 781 statewide, top 13%, 947 students, 15% FRL) — zoned schools at 17% FRL track the district average.
• Market conditions: 111 active listings in the ZIP; 2 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; high-income renter base; 1,114 units permitted in Summit County in 2024 (397 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $3k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $12k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Summit County population projected to shrink 6% by 2050 — rents likely to lag national; underwrite the cash flow, not the appreciation.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 203 days — a 12% lower offer ($351k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 2 sale attempts; this cycle's ask has dropped $36k (8%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.

Recommended offer $248,386 (37.7% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
2. It's been on market 203 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 38% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
3. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
4. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
6. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
7. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
8. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
9. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
10. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 0.62% ✗
• Cap rate: 4.27%
• Cash-on-cash: -7.22%
• DSCR: 0.68
• GRM: 13.4

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $642,472
• List price: $399,000
• Delta: -37.90%
• Verdict: UNDERPRICED
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 7 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1013 Bunker Dr	0.34mi	3/2.5	2,827 (-6%)	4mo	$279,000	$99	68
3384 S Smith Rd	0.39mi	3/2.5	2,781 (-8%)	2mo	$210,000	$76	65
3404 S Smith Rd	0.39mi	3/2.5	3,252 (+8%)	7mo	$320,000	$98	61
1027 Bunker Dr	0.37mi	3/3.5	2,855 (-5%)	9mo	$300,000	$105	61
1012 Bunker Dr #307	0.30mi	3/2.5	3,369 (+12%)	10mo	$275,000	$82	56
157 Court Dr	0.39mi	3/2.5	2,709 (-10%)	11mo	$252,500	$93	54
1011 Bunker Dr #101	0.37mi	2/3.0 (-1)	2,709 (-10%)	13mo	$218,000	$80	46

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -28.9%
• Equity multiple: 0.04×
• Total profit: $-107,530
• Equity at exit: $59,492

10-year hold

• IRR: -28.8%
• Equity multiple: -0.33×
• Total profit: $-148,948
• Equity at exit: $34,498

Cash invested: $111,720 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 73 Landlord-Friendly
• State Ohio: 73 Landlord-Friendly · R+6
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

3-day notice; Cleveland / Columbus have some habitability code enforcement; otherwise landlord-leaning.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 44333

• Active inventory: 111
• Price-to-rent: 13.4×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $2,484 medium
• Mortgage (P&I): −$2,092
• Tax from tax record: −$231 /mo · $2,774/yr
• Insurance: −$166
• HOA: −$145
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$522
• Net cashflow: $-673

Break-even live

Break-even rent $3,335

Max offer price $280,187

Occupancy floor —

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $-447	-5% $-560	+0% $-673	+5% $-786	+10% $-898
Rent	-10% $-869	-5% $-771	+0% $-673	+5% $-574	+10% $-476
Rate	-1.0pp $-472	-0.5pp $-571	base $-673	+0.5pp $-776	+1.0pp $-881

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $99,750
• Closing costs: $11,970
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 2 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
2739 Juno Pl Unit 2739 Fairlawn, OH	2.0	3.0	2402	$2,195	$0.91	25d	1	1.38mi
29 Lethbridge Ln Copley, OH	3.0	2.5	2344	$2,800	$1.19	3d	1	1.48mi

HOA detail

• Monthly dues: $145 · $1,740/yr

Listing history 22 events

1. 2026-06-21
   days on market $399,000 Active 203 DOM
2. 2026-06-18
   days on market $399,000 Active 200 DOM
3. 2026-06-17
   price $399,000 Active 199 DOM
4. 2026-06-17
   days on market $425,000 Active 199 DOM
5. 2026-06-16
   days on market $425,000 Active 198 DOM
6. 2026-06-15
   days on market $425,000 Active 197 DOM
7. 2026-06-14
   days on market $425,000 Active 195 DOM
8. 2026-06-10
   days on market $425,000 Active 192 DOM
9. 2026-06-09
   days on market $425,000 Active 191 DOM
10. 2026-06-08
    days on market $425,000 Active 190 DOM
11. 2026-06-07
    days on market $425,000 Active 189 DOM
12. 2026-06-03
    days on market $425,000 Active 185 DOM
13. 2026-06-02
    days on market $425,000 Active 184 DOM
14. 2026-06-01
    days on market $425,000 Active 183 DOM
15. 2026-05-31
    days on market $425,000 Active 182 DOM
16. 2026-05-31
    days on market $425,000 Active 181 DOM
17. 2026-05-06
    price $425,000 1836-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1836 chars)

    This beautiful, two-year-new home is just what you've been searching for! Being an end unit and windows on three sides, it is flooded with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor living in this open-concept layout, which seamlessly connects the dining area, kitchen, and living room. The primary bedroom suite is thoughtfully tucked away for added privacy. Step onto the covered front porch and enter the foyer, where you're greeted by high-end luxury vinyl plank flooring and high soaring ceilings with recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen features quartz counters with an extended island, high-quality stainless-steel appliances, and a pantry, all complemented by sleek white cabinetry. The adjacent living room flows effortlessly to an exterior composite deck, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, which boasts windows on two sides for plenty of natural light, a spa-like bathroom with separate sink areas, a private toilet room, a linen closet, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional well-appointed bedrooms, a home office, a storage room, and a full bath, providing ample space for everyone. The finished lower level is a fantastic bonus, featuring plush carpeting, high ceilings, a full bath, and a large window that brings in daylight along with exterior access. Plus, there's an unfinished utility room for additional storage needs. Many upgrades were added during construction, ensuring this home stands out. Recent upgrades include refreshed paint and professionally steam-cleaned carpets. With a first-floor laundry room and half bath completing the layout, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning property! Call today to schedule your private showing!

18. 2026-04-19
    status Active 1836-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1836 chars)

    This beautiful, two-year-new home is just what you've been searching for! Being an end unit and windows on three sides, it is flooded with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor living in this open-concept layout, which seamlessly connects the dining area, kitchen, and living room. The primary bedroom suite is thoughtfully tucked away for added privacy. Step onto the covered front porch and enter the foyer, where you're greeted by high-end luxury vinyl plank flooring and high soaring ceilings with recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen features quartz counters with an extended island, high-quality stainless-steel appliances, and a pantry, all complemented by sleek white cabinetry. The adjacent living room flows effortlessly to an exterior composite deck, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, which boasts windows on two sides for plenty of natural light, a spa-like bathroom with separate sink areas, a private toilet room, a linen closet, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional well-appointed bedrooms, a home office, a storage room, and a full bath, providing ample space for everyone. The finished lower level is a fantastic bonus, featuring plush carpeting, high ceilings, a full bath, and a large window that brings in daylight along with exterior access. Plus, there's an unfinished utility room for additional storage needs. Many upgrades were added during construction, ensuring this home stands out. Recent upgrades include refreshed paint and professionally steam-cleaned carpets. With a first-floor laundry room and half bath completing the layout, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning property! Call today to schedule your private showing!

19. 2026-04-17
    historical 1836-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1836 chars)

    This beautiful, two-year-new home is just what you've been searching for! Being an end unit and windows on three sides, it is flooded with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor living in this open-concept layout, which seamlessly connects the dining area, kitchen, and living room. The primary bedroom suite is thoughtfully tucked away for added privacy. Step onto the covered front porch and enter the foyer, where you're greeted by high-end luxury vinyl plank flooring and high soaring ceilings with recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen features quartz counters with an extended island, high-quality stainless-steel appliances, and a pantry, all complemented by sleek white cabinetry. The adjacent living room flows effortlessly to an exterior composite deck, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, which boasts windows on two sides for plenty of natural light, a spa-like bathroom with separate sink areas, a private toilet room, a linen closet, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional well-appointed bedrooms, a home office, a storage room, and a full bath, providing ample space for everyone. The finished lower level is a fantastic bonus, featuring plush carpeting, high ceilings, a full bath, and a large window that brings in daylight along with exterior access. Plus, there's an unfinished utility room for additional storage needs. Many upgrades were added during construction, ensuring this home stands out. Recent upgrades include refreshed paint and professionally steam-cleaned carpets. With a first-floor laundry room and half bath completing the layout, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning property! Call today to schedule your private showing!

20. 2025-11-28
    listed $435,000 Active 1836-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1836 chars)

    This beautiful, two-year-new home is just what you've been searching for! Being an end unit and windows on three sides, it is flooded with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of first-floor living in this open-concept layout, which seamlessly connects the dining area, kitchen, and living room. The primary bedroom suite is thoughtfully tucked away for added privacy. Step onto the covered front porch and enter the foyer, where you're greeted by high-end luxury vinyl plank flooring and high soaring ceilings with recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen features quartz counters with an extended island, high-quality stainless-steel appliances, and a pantry, all complemented by sleek white cabinetry. The adjacent living room flows effortlessly to an exterior composite deck, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Retreat to the primary bedroom suite, which boasts windows on two sides for plenty of natural light, a spa-like bathroom with separate sink areas, a private toilet room, a linen closet, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional well-appointed bedrooms, a home office, a storage room, and a full bath, providing ample space for everyone. The finished lower level is a fantastic bonus, featuring plush carpeting, high ceilings, a full bath, and a large window that brings in daylight along with exterior access. Plus, there's an unfinished utility room for additional storage needs. Many upgrades were added during construction, ensuring this home stands out. Recent upgrades include refreshed paint and professionally steam-cleaned carpets. With a first-floor laundry room and half bath completing the layout, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning property! Call today to schedule your private showing!

21. 2023-11-09
    soldstatus $403,935
22. 2023-07-18
    soldstatus $67,000

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast OH · Partial reset (capped growth)

• Current annual tax: $2,774 · $231/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $4,499 · $375/mo
• Expected delta: +$1,725/yr (+$144/mo · 62.2%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 3/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥97°F today · 17 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
• 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 1 unhealthy d/yr today · 2 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $29,806
• − Mortgage interest: −$22,350
• − Property taxes: −$2,774
• − Insurance: −$1,995
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$2,385
• − Management: −$2,385
• − HOA: −$1,740
• − Depreciation: −$11,607
• Taxable loss: −$15,429
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$3,703
• After-tax cash flow: $-4,368/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Copley-Fairlawn City
• NCES district ID: 3904998
• Math proficiency: 77% ▼ -6.00%
• Reading proficiency: 79% ▼ -5.00%
• Median HH income: $66,228
• Composite: 67.55/100
• National rank: #370
• State rank: #58 of 656 in OH

Livability — Fairlawn

• Score: 89/100
• State rank: #11
• US rank: #122

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute F Cost of living A+ Crime A+ Employment A+ Housing A+ Health & safety A+ User ratings B

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Fairlawn, OH
• County: Summit · 539,389 people
• Metro: Akron, OH
• Population (ZIP): 19,884
• Household income: $119,313
• Rent vs Own: 15.9% rent · 84.1% own
• Severe rent burden: 11.0

Population outlook (Summit County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 546,583 people
• By 2030: 544,028 · -0.5%
• By 2040: 531,363 · -2.8%
• By 2050: 514,923 · -5.8%
• By 2075: 481,765 · -11.9%
• By 2100: 432,265 · -20.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (84%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 84% Black 6% Two or more races 5% Asian 3% Hispanic / Latino 3%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 7% Slovak 2% Italian 2%
• Foreign-born: 6% · Canada, China, South Korea
• Languages at home: 93% English-only · Spanish 1% German/W. Germanic 1% Russian/Polish/Slavic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Summit

• 2024 margin: Lean D (+7.0) · D 53.0% · R 46.0%
• 2008→2024 swing: -9.6pp toward R · 2008: 16.6pp · 2024: 7.0pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+7.0 2020: D+9.6 2016: D+8.2 2012: D+14.8 2008: D+16.6

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -192.29%
• Current HPI: 198.396
• Rent YoY: —
• Metro: —
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 1.98%
• F500 in state: 48

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in OH)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Insurance	3	$145B
▸Industrial Machinery	3	$49B
▸Financial Services	3	$24B
▸Consumer Goods	2	$93B
▸Aerospace / Defense	2	$47B
▸Utilities	2	$33B

Price history

+534.3% since first listed

6 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-06 Price Changed $425,000 MLSNOW
• 2026-04-19 Relisted — MLSNOW
• 2026-04-17 Listing Removed — MLSNOW
• 2025-11-28 Listed $435,000 MLSNOW
• 2023-11-09 Sold (Public Records) $403,935 Public Records
• 2023-07-18 Sold (Public Records) $67,000 Public Records

Property tax history

+238.1%/yr

Latest (2025): $2,774 · +98.7% YoY. Source: county tax records.