Located less than 3 miles from the heart of Akron, North Hill is known for its international community and welcoming nature. “When you get into the North Hill area of Akron, it’s very ethnically diverse, and for years, it was a very high Italian-immigrated area,” says Steve Mosholder of Mosholder Realty, a broker and owner specializing in Akron and living in nearby Tallmadge. “Now, there’s a very large Burmese population.” The demographics continue to diversify as refugees and immigrants put down roots in North Hill, and the neighborhood’s events and community spaces reflect the respect for different heritages. Surrounded by parks and green spaces, North Hill allows residents to embrace their history while enjoying the beauty of Northeast Ohio.
The Akron Y-Bridge connects to North Hill, Akron, OH.
The Polish American Club North Hill, Akron, OH.
The Nepali Kitchen in North Hill features this dragon mural on the side of the building.
Italian Center (a community center) in North Hill, Akron, OH.
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Authentic eateries dating back to the 1930s
The shops and restaurants of North Hill reflect its cultural diversity, with ethnic supermarkets and eateries from across the globe near Cuyahoga Falls Avenue. Establishments like Dontino’s La Vita Gardens and DeVitis Italian Market have been Italian staples since the mid-20th century, but other options in the neighborhood range from Nepalese restaurants to Asian markets. Locals can head about 4 miles northwest to Chapel Hill for national stores like Aldi and Target.
An Asian Market offers food diversity in North Hill, Akron, OH.
Devitis Italian Market has a great offering of Italian foods.
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Exchange houses in North Hill Community Development Corporation in Akron, OH.
Annual festivals and the Exchange House
The cultural background of residents takes center stage in the neighborhood, and community leaders strive to preserve North Hill’s reputation as a welcoming place for refugees. As Mosholder says, “People come to North Hill for the comfort of their culture.” North Hill Music Festival highlights the music, food and traditions of South Asian residents each year, and the Feast of Stefano Del Lupo showcases Italian heritage with Morra tournaments and plenty of cannoli and cavatelli at Carovillese Club Pavilion. The International Institute of Akron collaborates with the North Hill Community Development Corporation to operate the Exchange House, which helps house refugees who haven’t settled in the area.
A turn-of-the-century Colonial located in North Hill.
Century-old homes near Cuyahoga Falls Avenue
Because Akron saw its boom in the early 20th century, many North Hill houses date back to the 1910s and 1920s. Brick streets, like Collinwood Avenue, add to the throw-back charm of the neighborhood, as do the mature trees along the road’s edge. Well-worn sidewalks connect homes to the ethnic grocers and diverse restaurants of Cuyahoga Falls Avenue, and evenly sized properties offer a uniform look to the community. Houses under $75,000 require a bit of renovation, but colonial-style homes start under $100,000 and extend up to $180,000. The occasional ranch-style home has a similar price point, but this architecture reflects development after the 1950s.
A neighborhood surrounded by Metro Parks
Surrounded by Cascade Valley Metro Park and Gorge Metro Park, North Hill invites residents to hike along the Cuyahoga River and gaze at it from scenic overlooks. Within the community, multiple parks have undergone, and continue to undergo, renovation. Patterson Park Community Center now offers youth basketball programs and senior social groups, and Waters Park features pickleball courts. Each Wednesday evening, the local farmers market occurs across the street from the community center from July through September. When winter weather hits, North Hill Branch Library sits along East Cuyahoga Falls Avenue, making it easy to get cozy with a book during January's 30-degree, snowy days.
The Gore Metropark in Broad is a great place to hike along the river.
Visitors to Cascade Park can rent bikes at the Mustill Museum and Store.
Koa the dog taking a break from chasing Pickleballs at Waters Park in North Hill.
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Commuting along Route 8 or East Tallmadge Avenue
Route 8 flanks the neighborhood to the east, and East Tallmadge Avenue links North Hill to Tallmadge Town Square. With downtown less than 5 miles south, locals can easily commute to top employers like the University of Akron and Cleveland Clinic — both by bus or car. For trips outside Ohio, the Akron-Canton Airport is about 15 miles southeast.
Residents of North Hill use the Akron Metro.
A view of Tallmadge Avenue and Route Eight in the North Hill Neighborhood.
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Akron Public Schools and walkable private options
Students can attend Akron Public Schools, beginning with Harris-Jackson Community Learning Center, which serves over 600 students and receives a C grade from Niche. From here, students can transition to Jennings Community Learning Center, which receives a C-minus, and North High, which gets a C-plus. North High offers career academies for fields like healthcare operations and entrepreneurship. Private options like St. Anthony of Padua are also only blocks away.
The North High School Entrance Path in North Hill, Akron, OH.
Harris-Jackson Community Learning Center in Akron, Ohio.
Kids are challenged to excel at Jennings Community Learning Center.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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North Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Hill, Akron sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in North Hill, Akron over the last 12 months is $125,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home offering over 1,000 sq ft of comfortable living space! Perfectly suited for first-time buyers or investors alike, this home combines functionality with great potential. A spacious layout featuring a bright living area and a kitchen with ample cabinet space, ideal for all your storage and cooking needs. The primary bedroom boasts a desirable
Great Opportunity for an investor or a large family looking to add their personal touch. This spacious colonial features four bedrooms and an office on the second and third floors. The main floor begins with a front porch that leads to a large living room featuring oversized windows. The other section of the main floor starts with an enclosed porch, which opens to the Dining Room. The Dining Room
Welcome to this wonderfully maintained and refreshed three-bedroom home in North Hill. Enjoy the restored hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms and the primary bedroom. The living room has a working wood fireplace surrounded by built-in mantle and shelving. Off of the dining room there’s a great updated galley kitchen with newer appliances that remain, lots of cabinet space and a roomy
Come build your new home, storage, building or garage on this affordable piece of land! Seller has cleared the lot making it easy to visualize and prepare for construction!
Charming and full of character, this 2,372 sq ft single-family home built in 1910 blends classic craftsmanship with everyday comfort. The home offers three well-proportioned bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, providing a functional layout ideal for both daily living and entertaining. Original architectural details reflect the home’s historic roots, while generous natural light creates a warm
Updated 4-Bedroom Home on a Rare Double Lot Step into this fully updated single-family home offering 4 spacious bedrooms and 1,393 square feet of modern, move-in-ready living. Every inch of the home has been thoughtfully refreshed, giving you the comfort of contemporary finishes with the charm of an established neighborhood. Sitting on a rare double lot, this property provides exceptional outdoor
Prepare to be moved! Welcome to this updated gem in North Hill area. From the moment you step inside you will discover a home offering comfort, functionality and charm. You are greeted to an open living room with new fireplace bringing coziness year round. Move seamlessly to dining room with built in cabinetry, to the kitchen featuring a butcher block island with outlet (2023), large farmhouse
Larger-than-average 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath colonial with charm and modern updates. Features include an expansive front porch, vinyl windows, new plank flooring in most rooms, and ceramic tile in the rest. The updated kitchen has stylish new cabinets, and there's a versatile first-floor bonus room with a half bath—perfect for a home office, guest space, or potential 4th bedroom. All appliances
This two-story home in Akron offers great potential for both investors and homeowners alike, featuring up to 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a spacious layout that provides plenty of room to customize. It presents an excellent opportunity for renovation or could be used as a rental property with some improvements, while the functional floor plan and generous square footage make it a
Welcome to 1282 Sawyer Ave, located in Akron’s North Hill neighborhood. This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a spacious backyard. Offering a great opportunity for investors looking to expand their portfolio or owner-occupants ready to bring their vision to life, this property has strong potential. Property is being sold as-is. Buyer to assume city violations.
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Welcome to 1316 Linden. You will be so impressed, this is one of the NICEST homes in North Hill. This home has been well cared for, it's clean and it's well maintained. Enter the front door to a ceramic tile foyer and large coat/broom closet, to the right is the kitchen. Beyond the foyer you enter a LARGE Dining Room/Living Room area. The dining room easily accommodates a large table and chairs,
Fully renovated 3-family property in the heart of Akron! This turnkey investment opportunity features three spacious units with strong rental potential. The first and second floor units each offer 3 bedrooms and have been updated with modern finishes and brand-new appliances, making them highly attractive to tenants seeking comfort and convenience. The third-floor unit provides flexible living
Dakota Ridge, in Akron’s North Hill neighborhood, offers spacious 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes featuring spiral staircases, private balconies, and attached garages in select units. Residents enjoy amenities such as grilling areas, all within close proximity to the University of Akron and nearby parks. Each home also includes convenient washer and dryer hookups for added comfort and ease.
Beautiful 2 Bdr twinplex in North Hill with off street parking and garage. Living room has decorative fireplace and opens to dining room off the kitchen. Kitchen is renovated with granite counter tops, dishwasher, gas stove featuring 2 ovens and microwave. Unit has wood floors throughout. Spacious basement includes laundry hookups and ample storage space. Tenant pays gas and electric. Water is
Property Id: 896399Get 1 Month FREE on this 4 Bed 1 Bath with a huge private backyard and deck, perfect for family gatherings, BBQs, and plenty of room for the kids to run and play. Brand new central A/C, finished attic, and washer/dryer hookups. Steps from the park. Section 8 welcome. Showings are filling up fast, call or text Sam at to schedule yours today.
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Property Id: 1380081Get 1 Month FREE on this fully renovated 4-5 Bed 2 Bath home in Akron, OH. New windows throughout, updated finishes, huge kitchen and plenty of space for the whole family. Section 8 vouchers welcome. Showings are filling up fast, call or text Sam at to schedule yours today.
Two bedroom one bath apartment on second floor with many windows and a lot of natural light. Close to everything including; shopping, restaurants, bars, highways, and runs right on the bus line. Unit has recently had white shaker style cabinets installed, a new counter and sink, new kitchen and bathroom flooring installed, and new lighting & ceiling fans. Tenant pays all utilities except for
North Hill Akron--4BR Single-Family Home for Rent--$1,250/monthSpacious 1,590 sq. ft. home featuring 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, laundry hookups, and a single-car garage, conveniently located near shopping, parks, schools and major roadways. This clean, well-maintained home offers bright living spaces, ample storage and a private backyard. Tenant's utilities are: Gas and electric, monthly
This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom colonial-style home offers a stove, refrigerator, and a basement with washer/dryer hookups, all complemented by a convenient driveway, creating a warm and welcoming space for cherished memories. Now available for only $995+utilities. Flooring, tiling, paint colors, etc. may differ from photos. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call our
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