Akron Homes For Sale | Akron Real Estate
Looking to buy your dream home? Look no further than Akron, Ohio! Founded in 1825, Akron, OH is a three-time winner of the All-American City award. No matter who you are or what type of real estate you're looking for, from a historic waterfront mansion in Akron to a condo in Toronto, a real estate agent can help. No matter your reason for looking for a home in Akron you need the services of an Akron real estate agent. Much like you would need a Toronto agent to find a Yorkville Toronto condo you need an Akron agent to find a home or condo in the Akron area.
Why Akron, Ohio?
Located in the northeast just south of Cleveland, Akron, Ohio is situated on the beautiful Cuyahoga River and is the seat of scenic Summit County. Akron, OH is conveniently close to more than a dozen other cities and townships, including Canton and Cleveland, and with a population of approximately 200,000 Akron is neither too big nor too small - it's just the right size!
Once known as the Rubber Capitol of the World, Akron, OH now offers a wide range of educational and employment opportunities from tire manufacturing at the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company to world-class advanced polymer research at the University of Akron. Akron also boasts several area hospitals on the U.S. News and World Report list of best hospitals in the country. With the booming real estate market in this area you may consider a career in commercial mortgage loans.
Akron, Ohio's low cost of living means you'll have more left in your budget for entertainment. With dozens of historic sites, hiking trails, museums, and shopping malls, there's something for everyone in Akron.
Why not go shopping at Quaker Square mall or visit the National Inventor's Museum? Take a trip to the historic locks at the Ohio and Erie canal, or visit the Akron Zoo. Or, if you're a sports fan, why not take in a baseball game at Canal Park, do 18 holes at the Good Park Municipal Golf Course, or ollie around the 19,000 square foot skate park?
The climate is temperate, which means you'll have four full seasons to enjoy everything there is to see in Akron, OH. Akron, Ohio Metro RTA has over two hundred buses and trolleys on dozens of routes all over the city so you'll always get where you need to go.
Neighborhoods and Housing Types
No matter what type of home you're looking for, Akron, OH has something to offer. Akron has an eclectic mix of neighborhoods and home styles available, there's something for everyone, and with the recent drop in housing prices, there's never been a better time to buy real estate! When you find your perfect home or condo in Akron you can begin the exciting task of decorating it. New trends range from wall paper accent walls to contemporary bathroom vanities
For renters and condo buyers, try downtown. Whether you're looking to live there yourself or make an investment in real estate, you can't go wrong with downtown. Close to civic buildings, financial centers, hospitals, and parks, downtown Akron, OH is the place for movers and shakers.
For the outdoorsy there are the historic homes and nature trails of Elizabeth Valley Park, built on the restored banks of the Ohio and Erie Canal. Real estate in this area has the historic feel of old America that you just won't want to pass up.
If you're looking to raise a family, try the spacious homes and large lots of Fairlawn Heights, or the predominantly single-family homes of Kenmore and Northwest Akron.
If you're looking for a budget home in a tight-knit community, try Firestone Park or Goodyear Heights. Originally established as company housing during the industrial boom, both neighborhoods now boast an impressive array of community parks and services.
Students, artists, and those with more eclectic tastes will find themselves at home in Merriman Valley or Highland Square. Merriman Valley is known for it's niche-appeal shops and wide range of available home styles, while Highland Square's reputation for activism and progressive values have made it one of Akron, Ohio's most famous neighborhoods.
If it's diversity you seek, you may want to check out North Hill or Summit Lake. A melting-pot of various cultures and home styles, both neighborhoods feature a mixture of multi-family homes, apartments and commercial activity. Akron is another proud city to also boast global internet access.
Or, if you already know what type of home you're interested in, simply click on one of the links below and let one of our real estate agents help you find the perfect one for you.
| Greek Revival Home |
Victorian Homes |
| Grand Old Farm House |
Adirondack Style Homes |
| Colonial Saltbox Style Homes |
Camp Style Homes |
| New Construction & Condominiums |
Custom Colonials |
| Craftsman Style Homes |
Riverfront Estates |
| Equestrian Properties |
Hilltop Acreage |
| Village Homes |
Restored Colonials |
Further Assistance
Don't see what you're looking for? Whether you have more questions or you have decided you're ready to take the next step toward making your dream a reality, please don't hesitate to contact us. One of our real estate agents will be happy to assist you in any way possible.