$249,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,036 sqft
44303 Delaire Landing Rd #303-00
Philadelphia, PA, 19114
Akron, Ohio
Is Merriman Hills a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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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
$352,109
Average Rent
$1,657
Vacancy Rate
2.9%
Overview
Merriman Hills is a suburban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio, with a median home price of $352,109 and average rent of $1,657.
Housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes and apartments built mostly between 1940 and 1969.
SuburbanOwner OccupiedMedium to Large Homes
Quick Facts
| Executive Lifestyle Rank | Top 12.3% in Ohio |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Merriman Hills offers mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and apartments, with a low vacancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Most residential real estate is owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Types | Medium (3-4 bedroom) to large (4+ bedroom) single-family homes and apartments |
| Housing Age | Many homes built between 1940 and 1969, some between 1970 and 1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate of 2.9% indicates strong demand.
Most homes built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting a well-established community.
Families & Lifestyle
Merriman Hills is known for its executive lifestyle and diverse occupational mix.
Executive Lifestyle — Top 12.3% executive lifestyle neighborhood in Ohio with many professionals.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 60.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 20.2% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 20.2% |
| Top Ancestries | German (23.9%), Irish (14.4%), English (11.1%), Italian (10.9%), Sub-Saharan African (5.0%) |
| Top Language | English (96.3%) |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes and primarily drive alone.
Merriman Hills residents mostly drive alone with a relatively short commute, reflecting good accessibility.
Short Commute — 56.8% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependency — Majority drive alone (76.2%) indicating reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Merriman Hills?
The median home price is $352,109.
What types of homes are common here?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments built between 1940 and 1969.
What is the executive lifestyle rank?
Merriman Hills ranks in the top 12.3% executive lifestyle neighborhoods in Ohio.