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An Akron suburb with a rural atmosphere
Just outside of Akron, Norton is a quiet rural environment where folks spend summer evenings at the drive-in theater and come together every fall for an apple cider festival. "You can live close to downtown and feel like you're near the city or live a little further out and feel like you live on a farm," says Laura Ross, a Keller Williams Elevate Realtor and longtime resident. While new housing developments have suburbanized the environment, the city of roughly 11,000 maintains a sense of small-town familiarity. "We're not a small place, but everybody still knows each other," Ross says. "It's always nice to go into the grocery store, find someone you know, and take the time to chat."
Norton is full of green spaces and natural beauty.
Experience the movie magic under the stars at Blue Sky Drive-In Theater in Norton.
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Midcentury homes and newly built Contemporary styles
The median single-family home price is roughly $245,000, below the national median but above Akron's median. Prices range from $140,000 for early 20th-century fixer-uppers to $340,000 for newly built homes. Common home types include ranch styles, Contemporary styles, bungalows and split-levels. Since the city is full of lakes and creeks, many of the houses are threatened by flooding during rainstorms.
Owners take great pride in maintaining their homes in Norton.
Newer large custom built homes can also be found throughout the neighborhood of Norton.
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Norton High School was rebuilt in 2017
The Norton City School District has a B Niche rating and an 87% graduation rate. Its math and reading proficiencies are above state and national averages. The high school's new $34 million building opened in 2017 and includes a multi-purpose stadium.
Kids excel at Norton High School, Go Panthers.
Spend a Friday night watching Norton High Varsity Football after enjoying dinner downtown.
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Kids play a game of basketball at Columbia Woods Park in Norton.
Fishing on Barberton Reservoir
Ten public parks have amenities like soccer fields, playgrounds, tennis courts and walking paths. There is also a public golf course and a lakefront campground. Many residents fish at Barberton Reservoir, on the city's north end.
Norton Cider Festival celebrates rural culture
Most folks seek out entertainment in Akron, but Norton has several options of its own. Columbia Woods Park hosts the annual Norton Cider Festival, which includes three days of festivities, including live bands, concessions, a parade and a fireworks show. "Between the games and shows, it feels like a big carnival," Ross says. "People come from all over Summit County to see it." On the city's west end, Blue Sky Drive-In Theater has opened every summer since 1947. Folks can also catch drag races at Norton Raceway Park.
Discover the beauty of Columbia Woods Park, a nature lover's paradise.
Experience the thrill of speed at Norton Racetrack.
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Shopping and dining on Cleveland Massillon Road
South Cleveland Massillon Road has fast-food franchises, a grocery store and local options like an ice cream parlor, a coffee shop and a sports bar. There is also a nearby tavern and winery. On Norton's southwest corner, Seiberling Farm operates a daily market. The neighboring City of Wadsworth has additional dining and retail options.
Sip on rich flavors and enjoy the picturesque vineyard backdrop of Wolf Creek Winery in Norton.
Norton residents love going to Wolf Creek Tavern for the great food, service and entertainment.
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Commuting to Akron
Summa Health System has a general hospital in the neighboring City of Barberton. While some local employers, like Compass Systems & Sales and Albert Screenprint, are located nearby, many workers commute about 10 miles northeast on Interstate 76 to downtown Akron. Norton Avenue is lined with Akron METRO stops. For domestic flights, Interstate 77 takes residents about 17 miles southeast to Akron-Canton Airport. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is roughly 40 miles north via I-77.
According to FBI data, violent and property crime rates are below state and national averages. Over the past five years, violent crime has increased, and property crime has decreased.
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On average, homes in Norton, OH sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Norton, OH over the last 12 months is $283,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome home to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence in Norton, offering the perfect blend of comfort and modern functionality. The inviting floor plan is flooded with natural light, centered around a large kitchen equipped with premium matching black stainless KitchenAid appliances and a convenient pantry. Transition easily from the main living areas to the dedicated office/bonus
New 2-story homes in Summit County! Community playground and future pool. Convenient highway access to I-76 and Rt 21. The Aspen single-family home has it all. Enter the huge great room and immediately feel at home. The first floor's open concept means you are never far from the action. A cozy kitchen features an optional island; add a powder room for convenience. The entry off the garage
Step into the spacious Elder at 3713 Alumina Drive in Norton, ideally situated on a homesite with no rear neighbors for added privacy. Priced at $353,990, this impressive 4-bedroom plus loft, 2.5-bath home offers 2,203 square feet of well-designed living space, perfect for growing households or those needing extra room. The open-concept main level features white cabinets, granite kitchen
Welcome to this cant miss opportunity to have plenty of land, privacy and comfortThis modern bungalow is situated on over two acres of land and features a main-floor master suite, a laundry room, and an updated kitchen. The second level includes two additional bedrooms and a custom bathroom. Notable exterior updates include a new roof installed in 2025 and a two-car garage equipped with
Wonderful RANCH home in a very quaint and well kept neighborhood! I'll tell you about the inside shortly but outside - the home is on a quarter of an acre on a corner lot giving you a feeling of privacy but also has a great view of the green-space across the street which is great for entertaining and summer activities! Inside you'll find everything you're looking for in a ranch home with full
Welcome home to the Hazel, a spacious 2,540 sq. ft. single-family home in Norton priced at $369,990 and estimated for September/October completion. This 6-bedroom, 3-bath design features a bright great room and a gourmet kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island, and LVP flooring throughout the main living areas. A first-floor guest suite adds
Welcome home to 652 Parkway Blvd., a charming three-story home in the heart of Norton. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath, 2,519 sq. ft. home beautifully blends timeless 1920s character with thoughtful modern updates, offering warmth, comfort, and plenty of space for everyday living. Situated on two parcels, the picturesque corner lot features lush landscaping that blooms from spring through fall, including
New 2-story homes in Summit County! Community playground and future pool. Convenient highway access to I-76 and Rt 21. The Birch single-family home offers space and style. Enter through the 2-car garage or foyer and find a light-filled, airy floor plan. The great room flows into the dinette and kitchen area so you never miss a moment with friends or family around the island. Upstairs, the
This undeveloped 0.1570-acre city lot presents a prime opportunity for builders, investors, or anyone looking to create a custom space. The lot is ready for development, offering approximately 6,840 square feet of land. Situated in a residential neighborhood with convenient access to local amenities, schools, public transportation, and major roadways, this parcel is ideal for a single-family
Tucked away on nearly 4 acres of private, wooded land, this stunningly remodeled Cape Cod is a rare blend ofpeaceful seclusion, thoughtful design, and timeless charm. From the moment you arrive, the setting feels like a retreat,surrounded by nature, yet beautifully refined inside. The main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and aneffortless flow that balances warmth
Nice level corner lot in Barberton Schools. Two parcels. Well kept neighborhood. To be owned by Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Will sell as-is. Buyer or Buyer Agent to verify all information. Successful offeror will be provided with Seller's Proprietary Sale Agreement.Various sources show location address to be Barberton, other's indicate Norton. Lot size and tazes are totals for two parcels.
Opportunity awaits on this 3.2-acre parcel in Norton, Ohio. This partially wooded lot is covered with a mix of mature trees and dense brush, offering a private, natural setting for your future homesite.Enjoy a peaceful, country-like setting with the convenience of nearby amenities, schools, and easy access to major routes. Whether you're looking to create a private retreat or a custom home
Welcome to Columbia Woods Apartments, a charming 160-unit community nestled on 16 beautifully landscaped acres with wooded and wetland views throughout. Tucked away in a peaceful, park-like setting yet conveniently located near Norton’s city center, Columbia Woods offers the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility.Our one- and two-bedroom apartment homes feature open-concept
Redwood Norton is where you'll find the single-story apartment you've been looking for. Live in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, pet-friendly apartment rental home with an attached garage. Enjoy being surrounded by charming greenery, with all the amenities you could need just a stones throw away. Plus, you can get to the arts, entertainment, dining and attractions of Akron in 20 minutes or Cleveland
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom house located in the heart of Barberton, OH. This cozy home boasts a convenient location near shops, restaurants, and parks, making it the perfect place to call home. Enjoy the spacious living room, perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing after a long day. With ample parking available, you'll never have to worry about finding a spot for your
Hametown’s large lot sizes and forested surroundings lend the neighborhood a quiet, secluded feel. Homes here are within arm’s reach of Silver Creek Metro Park, an enormous natural expanse centered around a lake. “Most of the people who live in Hametown chose it because of the park,” says Realtor Sonja Halstead, a top seller in the neighborhood who leads The Halstead Team with Keller Williams Elevate. “It’s also close to Akron, so you get easy access to Route 21, but it’s rural, it’s country living.” Akron is a 13-mile drive, while Cleveland is 36 miles north. The small towns of Norton, Barberton, Doylestown and Wadsworth immediately surround the neighborhood, granting easy access to restaurants, big-box stores, gyms and civic resources like post offices. <br><br>“Silver Creek Metro Park is absolutely beautiful,” Halstead says. “The people that work there take such good care of it, too. People love to live near the park; When houses go up for sale around the lake, they sell quick.” The park encompasses more than 1,000 acres of recreational space, with amenities for disc golf, archery, boating and hiking. In the winter, the relatively flat Pheasant Run Trail remains open to cross-country skiers.<br> <br>In 2023, Summit Metro Parks launched a master planning process to improve park facilities. Proposed projects, based on public feedback, include a natural materials playground, self-service kayak rental and trail restoration. The department has already installed new docks and updated roads throughout the park. <br><br>Most homes here sit on lots sized between .25 and .5 acres. This way, residents can enjoy ample personal space while still feeling part of a neighborhood. Properties to the southeast of Silver Creek Metro Park tend to have more acreage and privacy. Though there are no sidewalks, most homes have driveways deep enough for multiple cars and trailers. Buyers will find ranch-style homes, split-levels and Cape Cods built between the 1940s and then 1970s. On the lowest end, fixer-uppers generally start around $60,000, while updated builds on up to 2.5 acres can sell up to $400,000. Most properties hover around $225,000. <br><br>Old Stone Jail Bar and Grill is a Hametown staple. “Their food is amazing,” Halstead says. On Wednesdays, diners can get a $6 hamburger with fries, and on Thursdays, wings are only 75 cents. “It’s a cool place. It’s in an old stone building — it looks like something you’d see at the end of a railroad track.” Locals swing by for a round of pool or karaoke. <br><br>More dining options are available in Norton and Barberton, including El Jalapeños, a Mexican restaurant 2 miles east of Hametown. For daily necessities, residents can head to Acme Fresh Market 3 miles away, or north to Wadsworth Crossings shopping center, which has a Target, Kohl’s and Lowe’s, as well as a Giant Eagle Supermarket. <br><br>Kindergarteners attend Norton Primary School, then head to Norton Elementary School. Both receive an A-minus from Niche. Norton Middle School serves fifth through eighth graders and gets a B-plus. Norton High School has a B-minus and offers a wide array of career pathways through partnerships with three nearby school districts. Subjects include culinary arts, veterinary science and media communications. Students can also attend Hametown Christian Academy within the neighborhood. <br><br>Hametown Road and Ohio State Route 21 run through the neighborhood — both potential starting points on the path to Akron 13 miles away. To reach Cleveland, drivers stay on Route 21, which turns into Interstate 77, for about 36 miles. The neighborhood’s rural atmosphere limits walkability, meaning residents predominantly rely on cars to reach jobs, restaurants and other daily necessities. There are a few bus stops along Wooster Road that lead into Barberton. <br><br>The city of Norton hosts an annual Cider Festival held on the first weekend of October. For more than 35 years, Norton residents have gathered to enjoy live music, a parade and a fireworks show. To accommodate region-wide interest in the festival, the city moved the event in 2008 to the sprawling Columbia Woods Park, where vendors still offer cider tastings and baked goods, and the local Boy Scout troop hosts a pancake breakfast. <br><br>Hametown has a high density of houses of worship, which also keep residents active in their community. Institutions include St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church and three Baptist churches: Liberty Free Will, Hametown and Union Missionary.<br><br>According to Risk Factor, homes closer to Silver Creek Metro Park and along Route 21 may have an elevated flood risk. The city of Norton has a history of flooding, which has sometimes led to closures of Interstate 76.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Fairly friendly
Bike Score®®
40/ 100
Fairly friendly
Walk Score®®
40/ 100
Somewhat friendly
Transit Score®®
30/ 100
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