Summit County, Ohio
Akron Real Estate and Local Guide
Akron is the fifth-most populous city in Ohio and the seat of Summit County, an established industrial city known historically for rubber and polymer manufacturing. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Akron best.
About the area
Living in Akron, OH
Historically known as the "Rubber Capital of the World" for its tire and rubber industry.
The housing market
Homes in Akron
- About 50.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied, reflecting a substantial share of renters alongside homeowners.
- Roughly 67.8% of housing units are single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $111,200, among the more affordable in the metro Detroit-to-Akron corridor.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Akron home
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Tudor Revival estate of Goodyear co-founder F.A. Seiberling and one of the largest historic houses in the United States
Akron Art Museum
Museum of art from 1850 onward, expanded with a Coop Himmelblau-designed addition in 2007
Lock 3
Downtown Ohio and Erie Canal lock site converted into an outdoor entertainment and event space
Summit Metro Parks
Regional park district serving Akron and Summit County with numerous parks and trails
Akron Zoo
Accredited zoo located within the city of Akron
Neighborhoods
Akron areas to know
Highland Square
Walkable neighborhood district that hosts the annual Art in the Square festival
Goodyear Heights
Neighborhood developed by Goodyear president F.A. Seiberling for company employees
Firestone Park
Neighborhood built by Harvey Firestone for his workers
West Hill
Area of older homes including the Oakdale Historic District
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.