Akron metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Barberton, OH
$167,000Median listing price
SummitArea
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About Barberton
Barberton, the "Magic City," is a Summit County city southwest of Akron founded in 1891 by industrialist O.C. Barber around his Anna Dean Farm.



Home prices in Barberton
The median listing price in Barberton is $167,000.
Top places in Barberton
- Lake Anna Park
- Anna Dean Farm historic district
- White House Chicken
- Downtown Barberton
- Barberton Mum Festival
Commuting from Barberton
- Approximate drive to downtown Akron: ~10–15 minutes via I-76/US-224 (no-traffic estimate; read September 24, 2026).
- METRO RTA: fixed-route service connects Barberton to downtown Akron.
Schools in Barberton
Public schools: Barberton 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.
Barberton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Barberton, OH?
The median listing price in Barberton is $167,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Barberton, OH?
Approximate drive to downtown Akron: ~10–15 minutes via I-76/US-224 (no-traffic estimate; read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Barberton, OH?
Barberton is served by Barberton 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.