The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44301 sells for about $129,450, or $92 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,004 a month.
ZIP 44301 — Akron
The 44301 housing market remains affordable with steady demand for entry-level single-family homes. While inventory is limited, the market is supported by consistent interest from local buyers, keeping days on market relatively low compared to broader regional trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and budget-conscious families seeking proximity to Akron's employment hubs and established neighborhood amenities.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 38 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 8.0% · poverty 21.3% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 44301, Summit County OH
Crime rates in the Akron area generally trend higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in this urban ZIP code.
Public schools serving the area are part of the Akron Public Schools district, which maintains a mix of specialized magnet programs and neighborhood schools with varying performance ratings.
The area is primarily at risk for localized urban flooding during heavy rain events; wildfire risk is negligible due to the dense urban development.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Akron industrial and healthcare sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize older residential neighborhoods and infrastructure.
Property taxes are assessed by Summit County based on market value; the area is subject to standard Ohio school district and municipal levies without unique special district surcharges.
Residents typically commute via I-76 and I-77 toward downtown Akron or the broader Cleveland-Akron employment corridor.
The area features access to local neighborhood parks and is within a short drive of the extensive Summit Metro Parks system and regional shopping centers.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant share of single-family homes utilized as long-term rentals.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, manufacturing, and education, with major employers including the University of Akron and regional hospital systems.
The area is served by METRO RTA bus lines and provides direct access to major highway interchanges connecting to the wider Northeast Ohio region.
Development is largely focused on urban infill and the rehabilitation of existing housing stock rather than new greenfield expansion.
The Summit County Fiscal Office manages property assessments, conducting triennial updates to ensure valuations reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Akron Public Schools district taxes and standard municipal service assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with aging housing stock and localized weather events.
Ohio is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a Residential Property Disclosure Form detailing the condition of the home's major systems.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 tables.
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.213.4 mi
- Fun 'n' Stuff4.417.7 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.39 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.413.4 mi
- Dave & Buster's Canton4.213.9 mi
- Blossom Music Center4.410.4 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.716.7 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.213.4 mi
- Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa4.615.7 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.85.2 mi
- Akron Zoo4.52.5 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.711.2 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown North Canton XD and IMAX4.712.7 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.72.5 mi
- Cinemark Cuyahoga Falls and XD4.57.4 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.716.7 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.85.2 mi
- Castle Noel4.719 mi
- Hale Farm & Village4.611 mi
- McKinley Presidential Library & Museum4.617.7 mi
- Ledges Trailhead4.912.4 mi
- Gorge Metro Park4.75.4 mi
- Wingfoot Lake State Park4.78.5 mi
- F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm4.97.2 mi
- Portage Lakes State Park4.55.2 mi
- Burning River Adventures4.87.7 mi
- Firestone Country Club4.82.6 mi
- Chippewa Golf Club4.69.7 mi
- Fox Den Golf Course4.211.6 mi
- Brookledge Golf Club4.46.5 mi
- Raintree Golf & Event Center4.27.7 mi
- Summit Mall4.38 mi
- Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market4.59.6 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.711.2 mi
- Meijer4.510 mi
- Meijer4.58.2 mi
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport430.4 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.69.7 mi
- Southwest General Medical Center427.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Regional cultural anchor located within a short drive of the ZIP.
Extensive network of trails and nature preserves serving the greater Akron area.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).