
Is Elizabeth Park Valley West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
319 Registered Offenders Nearby
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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Overview
Elizabeth Park Valley West is a suburban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, with a median home price of $172,927.
The area is notable for its many small 2, 3, and 4 unit apartment buildings, comprising 38.6% of real estate.
Quick Facts
| Short Commute | 47.9% under 15 minutes |
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Housing market and real estate character
Elizabeth Park Valley West's housing is dominated by small apartment buildings and older homes.
| Small Apartment Buildings (2-4 units) | 38.6% |
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What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse occupational mix and a low income profile.
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 39.7% |
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| Manufacturing & Laborer | 26.0% |
| Walking Commute Rate | 11.0% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Low income |
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| Top Ancestries | Asian (9.6%), English (9.1%), Sub-Saharan African (9.1%), African (9.1%), Italian (7.3%) |
| Languages Spoken | English (87.5%), Persian (0.5%) |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with varied transportation modes.
Elizabeth Park Valley West offers short commutes with a strong mix of walking, driving, and carpooling.
| Under 15 Minute Commute | 47.9% |
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| Drive Alone Rate | 57.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 19.7% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 11.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Elizabeth Park Valley West?
The median home price is $172,927, less expensive than 71.2% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common here?
Small 2, 3, and 4 unit apartment buildings dominate, making up 38.6% of real estate.
How do most residents commute?
57.3% drive alone, 19.7% carpool, and 11.0% walk to work.