Sherbondy Hill Multifamily Homes & Duplexes for Sale

Sherbondy Hill in Akron is a historically rich neighborhood offering budget-friendly housing and proximity to many of the city’s attractions. Known for its cultural significance and famous residents like LeBron James, the area was renamed in 2017 to honor its heritage as a historically Black neighborhood with ties to Akron’s Jewish community. Located less than 2 miles from Downtown Akron, residents enjoy easy access to bars, restaurants, theaters, and Canal Park. The neighborhood features a mix of cozy brick Tudors, Colonials, foursquares, bungalows, and ranches, with nearly half of the homes built before 1940. Sherbondy Hill is home to the Akron Zoo, Lehner Family Zoo Gardens, and historical sites like the Simon Perkins Stone Mansion and John Brown House. Local amenities include Bob's Hamburg, shopping hubs on Hawkins Avenue and Vernon Odom Boulevard, and the Odom Boulevard Branch Library. The Ed Davis Community Center and several public parks, including Lane Field Park and Perkins Park, offer recreational facilities like tennis courts, basketball courts, and a community swimming pool. The neighborhood is served by Akron Public Schools and the Miller South School for the Visual and Performing Arts. Accessible via the Akron METRO Bus system and major routes like Route 77, Route 76, and Route 8, Sherbondy Hill provides convenient commuting options to Cleveland, Canton, and Kent. The area is part of Akron’s “Great Streets” project, aiming to enhance local opportunities for residents and businesses.