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Stow

Stow

Located in Summit County

$321,338 Average Value
$152 Average Price per Sq Ft
36 Homes For Sale

Just northeast of Akron

Close to the southern entrance of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Stow is 8 miles northeast of Akron and about 35 miles south of Cleveland. With about 34,000 residents, Stow is attractive to people who work in either city. “People like this area because the housing is good and affordable,” says Justin Berthiaume, a Realtor with Keller Williams Chervenic Realty. “You’re 10 minutes from pretty much anything you need.” The Home Depot also has a distribution center in the northwest part of the city.

Subdivisions are found throughout Stow.
Subdivisions are found throughout Stow.
Shoppers in Stow, Ohio browse household goods inside the local Marc’s store.
Shoppers in Stow, Ohio browse household goods inside the local Marc’s store.
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Neighborhood elementary schools in Stow

The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District has six elementary schools, an intermediate school that serves fifth and sixth graders, a middle school and a high school. Niche gives the district a B. “The school system is attractive for people moving to this area,” Berthiaume says. The elementary schools are in the neighborhood, and the middle and high schools are centrally located.” Stow-Munroe Falls High School gets a B grade and is known for its successful athletic programs. Holy Family is a private Catholic school serving first through eighth graders. Stow is 5 miles west of Kent State University, located in nearby Kent, with an enrollment of over 25,000.

Woodland Elementary School offers a variety of programs.
Woodland Elementary School offers a variety of programs.
Kent State University is a few minute drive from the city of Stow.
Kent State University is a few minute drive from the city of Stow.
The Holy Family Elementary School main entrance.
The Holy Family Elementary School main entrance.
The Stow-Munroe Falls High School services the Stow and Monroe neighborhoods.
The Stow-Munroe Falls High School services the Stow and Monroe neighborhoods.
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Parks for humans and dogs in the Stow area

The Stow Parks and Recreation Department operates 11 parks within the city. Roses Run Country Club, one of several golf courses in the area, is open to the public near the Cuyahoga River on the south side of Stow. Silver Springs Park has a hiking trail and a lake. Bow Wow Beach is one of the most popular features, a dog park beach on Silver Springs Lake. “Before the dog park, people would swim and fish in the lake, but now it’s dogs only,” says Paul Simon, a broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Simon & Salhany Realty. Stow is also on the southern end of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a 32,000-acre behemoth stretching between Akron and Cleveland with many trails, some leading to waterfalls. Kayaking and canoeing trips down the Cuyahoga River south of Stow are available at Burning River Adventures. Stow is also in the southern part of the 34-mile Bike & Hike trail, which follows the course to two abandoned railroads.

Fox Den Golf Course is a popular public course in Stow.
Fox Den Golf Course is a popular public course in Stow.
Residents of Stow take their dogs to Bow Wow Beach Dog Park.
Residents of Stow take their dogs to Bow Wow Beach Dog Park.
Heriage Lake has a fishing platform in Stow Silver Springs Park.
Heriage Lake has a fishing platform in Stow Silver Springs Park.
The Cuyahoga River flows through the southwest area of Stow.
The Cuyahoga River flows through the southwest area of Stow.
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Stow house prices below the national average

Stow's median single-family house price is $280,000, well below the $440,000 national average. Compared to nearby localities, the median cost is more expensive than Cuyahoga Falls, at $211,000 and Akron, at around $145,000. “Stow is a great community for a three-to-four-bedroom house priced between 250,000 and 400,000,” Berthiaume says. “Homes have character here, with not many new developments.” Condos are priced from $60,000 to $340,000. There are far fewer options for fans of townhouses. Those are priced between $100,000 and $300,000.

Hanging flower pots can be found on Ranch houses throughout the streets of Stow.
Hanging flower pots can be found on Ranch houses throughout the streets of Stow.
A modern Contemporary home found in the Silver Lake area of Stow.
A modern Contemporary home found in the Silver Lake area of Stow.
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Stow shopping and dining options

Many of Stow's shopping and dining options are located on the main thoroughfares of Darrow and Kent Roads. Small shopping centers with big-box retail stores are in the southeast part of Stow. From early June through early October, the Stow Community Farmers Market takes place in the parking lot of the Community Church of Stow on Pilgrim Drive on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Stow Community Shopping Center in Stow has a store for all your needs.
The Stow Community Shopping Center in Stow has a store for all your needs.
Grab a bite to eat, then shop at the Stow Community Center.
Grab a bite to eat, then shop at the Stow Community Center.
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Kent State University Airport

Kent State University Airport is on the southeast side of Stow, catering to small private aircraft. The university owns it and offers flight training for college students and the public. Commercial flights are available at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, about 35 miles to the northwest. The smaller Akron-Canton Airport, 20 miles to the south. State Route 8 is a four-lane highway leading north to the south suburbs of Cleveland and south toward Akron. Public bus transportation is provided by Akron Metropolitan Regional Transit Authority and Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority, or PARTA for short, based in Kent.

Important to know

FBI data shows rates for property crimes and property crimes below national and state averages in 2023. Homes near rivers or streams have an increased risk for flooding, especially those near Powers Brook and the Cuyahoga River.

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Stow Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$285,000
Median Sale Price
$280,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$285,625
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$359,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
375
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$152

Area Facts

Number of Homes
10,872
Number of Homes for Sale
36
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,828
Below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,115
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,354
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
763
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Nov 2
    Open Sun 12PM - 1:30PM

    2703 York Dr Unit 41, Stow, OH 44224

    $329,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,216 Sq Ft
    • 2703 York Dr
    • Unit 41
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome to 2703 York Dr - a stunning condo at popular Woodbury! This condo has been beautifully maintained through-out and shows like a model! There are so many extras. The owner has finished the lower level with a huge family room, a large bedroom, with an egress window, a full bath, and a kitchenette with a bar, a refrigerator, and cabinets for storage. Back up to the main floor you will find a

    Darlene Sonedecker Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Stow Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
34,373
Median Age
42
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$82,500
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,277

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
51.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.8%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

48 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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