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Safest Neighborhoods in Akron, OH

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    Merriman Hills

    With stately homes that sit on decorated lawns, Merriman Hills is a suburban neighborhood in west Akron. Realtor Jenny Frantz with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services says that this area, often called the Merriman-Portage Path area, draws in a range of people. “You see a lot of these two different generations,” Frantz says. “You’ve got the older

    • Average Value

      $397K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      1 Listing

    Merriman Hills
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    Fairlawn Heights

    Fairlawn Heights in Akron features diverse homes on forested lots. The area includes highly rated Copley-Fairlawn City schools, Ken Stewart's Grille, and Fairlawn Country Club. I-77 provides quick access to Akron and Cleveland.

    • Average Value

      $391K

    • List Price

      $165K - $816K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      6 Listings

    Fairlawn Heights
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    High Hampton

    Rolling hills with large homes and spacious lawns fill High Hampton, a neighborhood on the border of Cuyahoga Falls and Akron. “It’s a great place to raise a family – I’ve raised mine here,” says Tom Boggs, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty. “The neighborhoods are wonderful; the people are wonderful.” Residents are a

    • Average Value

      $339K

    • List Price

      $235K - $7.8M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      1 Listing

    High Hampton
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    Northwest Akron

    Northwest Akron features historic homes near Stan Hywet Hall. Sand Run Metro Park offers extensive trails, while Hardesty Park hosts community events. Our Lady of the Elms provides highly rated private education nearby.

    • Average Value

      $284K

    • List Price

      $100K - $2.9M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      13 Listings

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    Portage Lakes

    Portage Lakes, 10 miles south of Akron, revolves around eight lakes. Waterfront homes and recreation define the area. Community events like the Free Kids Fishing Derby and nearby Firestone Metro Park enhance local living.

    • Average Value

      $258K

    • List Price

      $219K - $1.5M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      19 Listings

    Portage Lakes