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542 Sumner St
Akron, OH 44304
Single-family home located in Akron, Ohio, a few blocks from the University of Akron. The property includes off-street parking and comes with a range, refrigerator, washer, and dryer, with a furnace and A/C that are 6 years old and a new electric panel and service. The property is currently occupied on a 1-year lease renewal from 07/01/2025 to 06/30/2026 at $927 per month with a $900 security deposit. The tenant was previously on a 1-year lease from 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025 at $927 per month and from 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024 at $900 per month.
Whalec Property Management
Whalec Property Management LLC is a specialized property management company with proven experience in the Lofty marketplace ecosystem. Led by Alec Vanbeek, the company brings a unique understanding of tokenized real estate management and the specific requirements of properties with distributed ownership structures.
Akron, Ohio
Akron, Ohio offers a mix of neighborhood livability, local employment centers, and day-to-day amenities that support long-term housing demand. The area benefits from access to major commuter routes, schools, and retail services, while continuing to attract residents looking for affordability and convenience. As population and job activity remain steady across the broader region, rental demand is generally supported by both local households and in-migration trends.
Governance Results for 542 Sumner St:
The Governance Voting results are back for the owner-proposed vote.
The winning vote is:
FOR the Sale (YES)
This voting option received 562 / 856 votes, which is equal to 65.65% of the total votes.
The voting results can be found on chain here or by searching the application ID: 3604096648
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Investing with Lofty can generate returns in two ways:
1) Annual cash flow from rental income.
2) Annual appreciation from long-term property value changes.
$927
Monthly Rent
$920
Monthly Expenses
$7
Net Monthly Cash Flow
Based on the Zillow Value Home Index (ZHVI) Single Family Homes Time Series, single family homes appreciated an average of 11% per year over the last 20 years (March 31, 2003 - March 31, 2023).
This figure reflects a national benchmark for single family homes in the 35th to 65th home-price percentile range and may not represent this specific property's zip code. Real-world returns can also vary based on investment costs, hold period, and leverage.
Use the returns calculator below to explore how different assumptions can impact your hypothetical investment outcome.
Adjust the assumptions below to model how this property could grow over 7 years.
Annualized Return
+3.6%
per year over 7 years
7-Year Projection
$1,286
+$286 vs. initial $1,000
This calculator is for illustrative purposes only and displays a range of hypothetical investment outcomes based on the inputs you provide. Actual investment outcomes depend on many factors and cannot be determined before the investment period ends. Historical performance is not indicative of future results.
The calculations assume a 7-year hold period and an average annual net operating income increase of 3%. The 10- and 20-year averages are based on data from the ZHVI Single Family Homes Time Series and reflect averages for single-family homes in the 35th to 65th percentile by home price.
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Share price
$54.33
Single-family home located in Akron, Ohio, a few blocks from the University of Akron. The property includes off-street parking and comes with a range, refrigerator, washer, and dryer, with a furnace and A/C that are 6 years old and a new electric panel and service. The property is currently occupied on a 1-year lease renewal from 07/01/2025 to 06/30/2026 at $927 per month with a $900 security deposit. The tenant was previously on a 1-year lease from 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025 at $927 per month and from 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024 at $900 per month.
Whalec Property Management
Whalec Property Management LLC is a specialized property management company with proven experience in the Lofty marketplace ecosystem. Led by Alec Vanbeek, the company brings a unique understanding of tokenized real estate management and the specific requirements of properties with distributed ownership structures.
Akron, Ohio
Akron, Ohio offers a mix of neighborhood livability, local employment centers, and day-to-day amenities that support long-term housing demand. The area benefits from access to major commuter routes, schools, and retail services, while continuing to attract residents looking for affordability and convenience. As population and job activity remain steady across the broader region, rental demand is generally supported by both local households and in-migration trends.
Governance Results for 542 Sumner St:
The Governance Voting results are back for the owner-proposed vote.
The winning vote is:
FOR the Sale (YES)
This voting option received 562 / 856 votes, which is equal to 65.65% of the total votes.
The voting results can be found on chain here or by searching the application ID: 3604096648
No reviews yet
Investors haven't shared their experience with this property yet.
Have other questions? Learn how Lofty works
Investing with Lofty can generate returns in two ways:
1) Annual cash flow from rental income.
2) Annual appreciation from long-term property value changes.
$927
Monthly Rent
$920
Monthly Expenses
$7
Net Monthly Cash Flow
Based on the Zillow Value Home Index (ZHVI) Single Family Homes Time Series, single family homes appreciated an average of 11% per year over the last 20 years (March 31, 2003 - March 31, 2023).
This figure reflects a national benchmark for single family homes in the 35th to 65th home-price percentile range and may not represent this specific property's zip code. Real-world returns can also vary based on investment costs, hold period, and leverage.
Use the returns calculator below to explore how different assumptions can impact your hypothetical investment outcome.
Adjust the assumptions below to model how this property could grow over 7 years.
Annualized Return
+3.6%
per year over 7 years
7-Year Projection
$1,286
+$286 vs. initial $1,000
This calculator is for illustrative purposes only and displays a range of hypothetical investment outcomes based on the inputs you provide. Actual investment outcomes depend on many factors and cannot be determined before the investment period ends. Historical performance is not indicative of future results.
The calculations assume a 7-year hold period and an average annual net operating income increase of 3%. The 10- and 20-year averages are based on data from the ZHVI Single Family Homes Time Series and reflect averages for single-family homes in the 35th to 65th percentile by home price.