Akron metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Akron, OH
$139,900Median listing price
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About Akron
Akron is the county seat of Summit County and the anchor city of the metro — the historic "Rubber City" built on the tire industry (Goodyear, Firestone). Downtown has the Akron Art Museum, the main library, and the University of Akron campus; neighborhoods range from Highland Square's artsy corridors to Ellet and Firestone Park.
Home prices in Akron
The median listing price in Akron is $139,900.
Top places in Akron
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
- Akron Art Museum
- Canal Park
- Lock 3 Park
- University of Akron
- Akron Zoo
- Luigi's
Commuting from Akron
- This is downtown Akron — the commute destination itself.
- METRO RTA: Akron is the hub of the METRO Regional Transit Authority; fixed-route buses radiate from the Robert K. Pfaff Transit Center downtown to suburbs across Summit County.
Schools in Akron
Public schools: Akron City School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Akron FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Akron, OH?
The median listing price in Akron is $139,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Akron, OH?
This is downtown Akron — the commute destination itself. - Which school district serves Akron, OH?
Akron is served by Akron City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.