$249,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,036 sqft
44303 Delaire Landing Rd #303-00
Philadelphia, PA, 19114
Akron, Ohio Neighborhood
Is Downtown North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Akron, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe630
Medium717
Low1182
Other4305
319 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape85
Child involved84
Assault47
Other126
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a hospital emergency room parking lot after security reported a man flailing his arms outside. The man had not gone inside the emergency room, and officers made contact with him near the entrance doors. | Akron General Ave, Akron, OH 44307 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Byers Avenue near Ack Fowler Senior High Rise, close to Payne Avenue and West Market Street in Cuyahoga Falls. | Byers Ave & Payne Ave, Akron, OH 44302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a welfare check at a Circle K on 4th Street after a caller reported the store should be closed but its lights were still on and cars were driving slowly in the area. | 4th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a sick person near Rocky Brook Drive and Moonless Trail. | Rocky Brook Dr, Akron, OH 44313 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious person near South Collinwood after a caller saw someone flashing a flashlight through their basement window. | South St, Akron, OH 44314 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medics were sent to an apartment building on Locust Street for a possible overdose or poisoning. | Locust St, Akron, OH 44307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric medical emergency was reported near East Avenue close to Lakewood Boulevard and National Avenue in Akron. | East Ave, Akron, OH 44314 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a business on West Market Street for a reported partial burglar alarm activation at the main entry door. | W Market St Bldg a suite 102, Fairlawn, OH 44333 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are responding to a sick person near White Avenue between Trestle Avenue and Fifth Avenue. | White Ave, Akron, OH 44307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported animal bite near Fifth Avenue, close to Ross Street and Maxon Drive in Akron. | 5th Ave, Akron, OH 44306 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$116,547
Average Rent
$927
Vacancy Rate
9%
Neighborhood Overview
Downtown North is a suburban neighborhood in Akron with a dominant renter population and a high concentration of historic residences.
Median home prices and rents are well below Ohio averages, making it one of the most affordable neighborhoods in the area.
SuburbanHistoric ApartmentsHigh Rental Share
Quick Facts
| Rental Occupancy | 83.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Downtown North's housing is mostly renter-occupied apartments and some single-family homes, with a large share of historic buildings.
| Rental Occupancy Rate | 83.8 |
|---|---|
| Historic Home Share | 76.9 |
| Vacancy Rate | 9 |
What buyers will notice right away
Over 80% of housing is renter-occupied, uncommon nationally.
High share of homes built before 1940 offers unique charm.
Families & Lifestyle
Downtown North has a low-income population with a significant college student presence and diverse occupations.
Diverse Occupations — Clerical, executive, sales, and manufacturing jobs are common.
Cultural Diversity — Languages include English, German/Yiddish, Arabic, Spanish, and Polish.
| College Enrollment | 19.7% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 23.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 28.7 |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Low income |
| Top Languages | English (85.6%), German/Yiddish, Arabic, Spanish, Polish |
| Top Ancestries | Sub-Saharan African (12.1%), African (12.0%), German (11.7%), Irish (5.6%), English (5.2%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with moderate commute times.
Downtown North residents mostly drive alone with moderate commute durations.
Moderate Commutes — Most commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Ownership — High reliance on private vehicles with some carpooling.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 37.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.4 |
| Carpool Rate | 13.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown North mostly rental housing?
Yes, 83.8% of housing is renter-occupied.
Are there many historic homes?
Yes, 76.9% of homes were built in 1939 or earlier.