Brimfield, OH Homes for Rent

Brimfield, OH, located about 5 miles from Kent, offers a unique lifestyle with small-town charm and accessibility to larger amenities. Known for its slower pace and lower taxes compared to neighboring Kent, Brimfield provides a "sub-rural" lifestyle with a strong sense of community. The town features a mix of locally owned eateries, such as the historic Brimfield Family Restaurant and Joe’s Barbecue food truck, alongside chain options like Applebee’s and Panda Express near major retailers including Kohl’s and Walmart. Seasonal attractions like the Pumpkin Festival at Dussel Farm add to the local flavor. Housing in Brimfield ranges from older ranch and Colonial Revival styles to new traditional homes on spacious lots, with recent developments including townhouses along Highway 43. Outdoor activities are plentiful at Mogadore Reservoir, which offers kayaking, fishing, and multi-use trails, or at Cranberry Creek Community Park with its dog park and sledding hill. Golfers have access to Sunny Hill Golf Course's 27 holes. Brimfield is well-connected via Interstate 76, providing a 12-mile route to Akron and access to Akron-Canton Airport, just over 20 miles away. Residents rely on cars for transportation, with urgent care available locally and a hospital located 10 miles away at Summa Health System.