South Akron

Akron, OH

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South Akron - Akron, OH

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A charming Akron neighborhood with a tight-knit community

Great Location Restaurants Convenient Nightlife

As its name implies, South Akron is a small neighborhood about two miles south of Downtown Akron. This charming neighborhood is more affordable compared to other neighborhoods and most rentals in this area are single-family houses. Although residents venture outside of the neighborhood for entertainment, South Akron is home to several locally owned businesses, especially bars and restaurants. These mom-and-pop shops bring the community together, serving up several cuisines from across the globe ranging from seafood to soul food to hibachi. Down-to-earth bars like Zulus and Main Street Saloon liven up the area in the evenings. Conveniently, South Akron is near some of the city’s biggest attractions. The neighborhood is convenient to Firestone Stadium (home of the Akron Racers), the University of Akron, and the Akron Zoo.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in South Akron is $400 for one bedroom, $521 for two bedrooms, and $675 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Akron has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

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  • $400/month

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  • 2 BR

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  • $521/month

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  • 3 BR

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  • $675/month

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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Firestone Metro Park
  • Akron Zoo
  • Cascade Valley Metro Park - South
  • Goodyear Heights Metro Park
  • Gorge Metro Park

Airports

  • Akron-Canton Regional
  • Cleveland-Hopkins International

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