Recently Listed Open House 5/23 10am - 1pm
1295 Shady Lakes Drive
Kent, OH, 44240 $ 422,900
Bedrooms4 Baths3.1 Sq 2,368 Monthly Estimate*
$ 2,604
for $422,900 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 half bath. This 2,368 square foot home was built in 1998 on a lot size of 0.488.
Welcome to 1295 Shady Lakes Drive in the sought-after Shady Lakes neighborhood of Kent — a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offering exceptional living space, peaceful views, and an unbeatable community setting. With over 2,300 square feet above grade plus a finished lower level, this home combines comfort, functionality, and lifestyle in one incredible package. Inside, you’ll find spacious living areas filled with natural light, a flowing floorplan, and generous room sizes designed for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen opens seamlessly into the main gathering spaces, creating the perfect setup for hosting family and friends. A convenient first-floor laundry room adds everyday practicality and ease. Upstairs, the oversized bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, home offices, or growing households, while the primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with an attached bath and ample closet space. The finished basement expands the living space even further with a theater room, wet bar, full bathroom, cedar closet, and abundant storage — ideal for movie nights, entertaining, game days, or multigenerational living. Step outside onto the stunning multi-tiered deck overlooking a breathtaking 13-acre nature preserve that cannot be built on, offering peaceful wooded views and added privacy year-round. Whether enjoying morning coffee or hosting summer cookouts, this outdoor space is truly something special. Residents of Shady Lakes enjoy walking trails, playgrounds, and stocked fishing ponds, creating a community atmosphere that’s hard to find. Conveniently located near downtown Kent, Kent State University, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect balance of nature, neighborhood living, and accessibility. If you’ve been searching for a spacious home in Kent with scenic views, a finished basement, theater room, wet bar, cedar closet, first-floor laundry, and outdoor amenities.
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Open House
5/23/2026 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1295 Shady Lakes Drive Kent, OH
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Fireplace(s) Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Negotiable
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Microwave Range Refrigerator
HOA Fee 126
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes Common Area Maintenance
Patio/Porch Features Deck
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1998
Stories Count 2
Township Kent
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Community Features Fishing Lake Playground Street Lights Sidewalks
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Portage
Property Type Residential
HOA true
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Forest Lake
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 11
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Fairchild to Sunset Way to Shady Lakes
City Kent
Association Name Forest Lakes Home Owner Assoc
High School District Kent CSD - 6705
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 5173
Home Warranty Y/N false
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District Kent CSD - 6705
Elementary School District Kent CSD - 6705
Year Built Source Public Records
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
Legal Description FOREST LAKES LOT 4
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InteriorInterior Amenities Bookcases Tray Ceiling(s) Cedar Closet(s) Cathedral Ceiling(s) Eat-in Kitchen Bar Walk-In Closet(s) Wired for Sound
Basement Full Finished
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 2368
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 1190
Main Level Bedrooms 0
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Total Baths 4
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ExteriorParking Features Attached Garage
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.488
Lot Size Acres 0.488
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N false
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByValerie A FialaListing Agent
vfiala@sellwithfiala.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $2,604
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $431
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Percent of Sale Price 23%
About Kent, OH 28,699 Population
2% Since 2002
$ 39,001 Median Income
23.32 Median Age
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 5/20/2026 | $422,900 | | Listed Price |