The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44303 sells for about $248,025, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $929 a month.
ZIP 44303 — Akron
The 44303 housing market remains stable, characterized by steady demand for historic homes in the Highland Square area. Limited inventory and consistent interest from young professionals are supporting modest year-over-year price growth. The market is currently balanced, with homes selling near list price.
This ZIP is ideal for young professionals, students, and urban-minded individuals who value walkability, historic architecture, and a vibrant, eclectic neighborhood atmosphere over suburban sprawl.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 2.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% 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 6.8% · poverty 13.1% — a stable, low-distress 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 6.7%/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 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44303, Summit County OH
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Highland Square area are generally consistent with urban Akron trends, with property crime being the primary concern compared to regional suburban benchmarks.
Schools serving the area are part of the Akron Public Schools district, which maintains a diverse range of academic and extracurricular programs but faces challenges typical of large urban districts.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, primarily related to heavy rainfall and potential localized flooding, with no significant wildfire or coastal wind exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by the revitalization of the Highland Square commercial district and proximity to major Akron-area employers in healthcare and education.
Property taxes are assessed by Summit County based on market value, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies; Ohio law provides a homestead exemption for qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners.
Residents benefit from a central location with easy access to the I-77 and I-76 corridors, providing a short commute to downtown Akron and surrounding employment hubs.
The area is anchored by the historic Highland Square district, offering walkable access to local dining, independent shops, and proximity to the expansive Sand Run Metro Park.
The rental market is robust due to the high concentration of single adults and students, with steady demand for apartments and converted historic homes in the Highland Square vicinity.
The local economy is anchored by major regional employers including the University of Akron, Summa Health, and Cleveland Clinic Akron General, with a strong presence in healthcare and education.
The area is served by METRO RTA bus lines, providing connectivity to downtown Akron and the broader regional transit network.
Development is focused on infill projects and the adaptive reuse of historic structures within the Highland Square commercial corridor.
Parcels are subject to Akron Public Schools district taxes and various municipal levies for city services and infrastructure maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for older homes in the area may require specialized policies due to age and construction type.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and IncomeByZipCode based on ACS 2024 5-year estimates.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.217.2 mi
- Scene75 Entertainment Center | Cleveland4.417.4 mi
- Fun 'n' Stuff4.413.7 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.36.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.49.5 mi
- Blossom Music Center4.46.3 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.217.2 mi
- Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa4.619.5 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.81.2 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.71.7 mi
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park4.812.4 mi
- Boston Mill Visitor Center4.711.1 mi
- Akron Zoo4.51.9 mi
- Brandywine Falls4.812 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.77.1 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.81.2 mi
- Castle Noel4.717.3 mi
- Hale Farm & Village4.66.9 mi
- Akron Art Museum4.61.6 mi
- MAPS Air Museum4.813.4 mi
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park4.812.4 mi
- Brandywine Falls4.812 mi
- Ledges Trailhead4.98.5 mi
- Brandywine Falls Trailhead4.812 mi
- Gorge Metro Park4.72.5 mi
- Burning River Adventures4.84.9 mi
- Firestone Country Club4.86.7 mi
- Chippewa Golf Club4.612.4 mi
- Fox Den Golf Course4.28.9 mi
- Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club4.59.3 mi
- Brookledge Golf Club4.44.2 mi
- Summit Mall4.34.8 mi
- Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market4.512.6 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.77.1 mi
- Meijer4.57.8 mi
- Meijer4.57.8 mi
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport426.7 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.613.8 mi
- Southwest General Medical Center424.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The cultural heart of the neighborhood featuring independent theaters, cafes, and local retail.
A large regional park offering extensive hiking trails and natural areas just west of the ZIP.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.