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Small-town charm at the foot of Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Nature surrounds Merriman Valley, a wooded community in the Cuyahoga River Valley 7 miles north of Akron. Approximately 10,000 people call the area home, known simply as “the Valley” to locals. Plentiful parks and local businesses give the Valley its rural charm. It’s a growing tourist destination thanks to its proximity to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. "When I moved here with my kids, it was a big family neighborhood," says Tim Baughman, a valley resident since 1986. "Over the years, there were fewer and fewer families, but it's on the rise again."
A national park and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Residents live near numerous metro conservation parks, including San Run Metro Park, Hampton Hills Metro Park, O’Neil Woods Metro Park and Cascade Valley Metro Park. "Sand Run Park is pretty to walk through," says Baughman. "We also have that little Karona Park where you can play basketball and stuff like that." Sand Run is one of the larger metro parks with ample trails and several waterfalls. Drivers can cross the Sand Run Creek ford — where a shallow portion of the creek flows across the road — on Sand Run Parkway. At Cuyahoga Valley National Park, waterfalls cascade into the Cuyahoga River, where federal conservation protects over 300 and 1,150 species of animals and plants. There’s also the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, which travels from Akron to Independence, Ohio, and makes stops along the way. Merriman Valley community members banded together with local officials to get a train depot installed in the area. Locals hope the depot will make the Valley a destination for those visiting the national park.
Merriman Valley's outdoor enthusiasts utilize the O&E Canal Tow Path Trail at the national park.
Karona Park is conveniently located in a popular Merriman Valley residential neighborhood.
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Pockets of homes and condos in Merriman Valley
Although more than half of Valley residents rent, there are pockets of single-family homes, condos and townhomes. Traditional, split-level and ranch-style homes are common in the area. The oldest homes were built in the 1960s and can range from $100,000 to $225,000. Homes built between the late ‘70s and 2020 can range from $250,000 to $450,000 and increase in price depending on the home’s age, lot size, space and renovations. Condos and townhomes are largely concentrated near the Sand Run Metro Park on the Valley’s west side and cost between $60,000 and $300,000 for a two-bedroom unit. Three or more bedrooms cost between $175,000 and $450,000.
Many homes in Merriman Valley are within walking distance of Sand Run Metro Park.
Merriman Valley planned communities feature Colonial-inspired single family homes and townhomes.
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Goods to go at Papa Joe’s
Many of the area’s businesses are centered on North Portage Path and Merriman Road, including several restaurants and Weathervane Playhouse. Portal West Coffee is a local favorite to start the day, and The Merchant Tavern is known for its upscale American fare and cocktails. The same strip is home to Happy Tails Thrift Shop. All proceeds benefit the Summit County Humane Society. Papa Joe's Iacomini's doubles as an Italian restaurant and market. The sit-down restaurant is known for its authentic Italian fare and their house-made white French dressing, which diners can buy at the attached market. However, groceries are a bit farther away. Some residents prefer regional chains like Giant Eagle in Cuyahoga Fall 4 miles away, while others head 5 miles away to Wallhaven for Whole Foods. Summit Mall is 5 miles away in Fairlawn.
Proceeds from Merriman Valley's Happy Trails Thrift Shop benefit the Humane Society.
Papa Joe's is the go to place for fine Italian cuisine in Merriman Valley.
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Firestone CLC known for arts program
Due to the neighborhood's size and location, students may attend schools in the Akron Public Schools District or Woodbridge Local Schools District. Kids attending Akron Public Schools may attend King Community Learning Center in Wallhaven for elementary school, which receives a B-minus from Niche. Students could then progress to Litchfield Community Learning Center for middle school, which receives a C-minus. Firestone Community Learning Center is the local high school with a B-minus rating. Niche rates the high school as the No. 11 best high school for the arts in Ohio. Those attending Woodbridge Local Schools may start at B-rated Woodbridge Elementary School before heading to B-plus Woodbridge Middle School. Woodbridge High School receives a B.
Kids from Merriman Valley can join competitive athletic programs at Firestone CLC.
Merriman Valley students are challenged to excel at Litchfield Community Learning Center.
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Hilly terrain make cars a must in the valley
Valley life means most residents commute by car. Traveling by bike or on foot is rare due to heavy traffic and a lack of sidewalks throughout the area. However, there is the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath, a more than 90-mile-long trail along the historic canal towpath that stretches from downtown Cleveland to New Philadelphia, Ohio. The closest highways are State Route 8 about 6 miles east and Interstate 77, a major north-south roadways about 7 miles west. Downtown Akron is 8 miles south, while downtown Cleveland is 31 miles north. Medical care is 5 miles away at Western Reserve Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 34 miles northwest.
Flooding by the Cuyahoga River
Living in the Cuyahoga River valley means homes and businesses are at risk of flooding, especially those closest to the river. Many Merriman Valley businesses were damaged during flash flooding in August 2024. Some homes are in areas designed to minimize flood damage with elevated land and diversions.
Scrooge sings at Weathervane Playhouse
Weathervane Playhouse has a tradition of performing a musical rendition of “A Christmas Carol” in December that attracts locals and people from nearby communities. The performers feature local talent volunteering for the sake of the art.
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On average, homes in Merriman Valley, Akron sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Merriman Valley, Akron over the last 12 months is $231,950, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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