South Akron
South Akron and Firestone Park are where Akron's industrial bones still show, and the rents reflect it. Kenmore Boulevard's revival hasn't quite crossed over here, which means you get bungalows and ranch houses at prices that would buy a closet in Highland Square. Date options skew old-school: Swensons drive-in for Galley Boys, the Rubber Bowl ghost looming over the south side, and dive bars that have outlasted three recessions. Bring a car. Bring patience for stretches that look forgotten. The payoff is a partner who doesn't expect a craft cocktail bar on every corner and finds Stewart's Donuts romantic at 6 a.m.
South Akron by the numbers
South Akron runs male-heavy, about 54% men to 46% women.
Median individual income in South Akron is about $40,400.
Ohio doesn’t have true party registration; by the 2024 presidential vote Summit County leaned Democratic, about 53% Harris to 46% Trump.
The median renter in South Akron pays about $1,150 a month.
About 3,200 South Akron residents ages 22 to 50 are single.
Local date spots
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Strickland's Frozen Custard
LGBTQ+ friendlyWheelchair access - South AkronActivity
Spins Bowl Akron
Wheelchair access - South AkronDining
Diamond Deli
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Barley House
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Alexander Pierce Restaurant
- South AkronCafés
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
Good for groupsWheelchair access - South AkronActivity
Rolling Greens Miniature Golf
Wheelchair access - South AkronDining
Luciano's Cucina Italiana
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Handel's Ice Cream Akron East End
Good for groupsWheelchair access - South AkronDining
Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks And Grille
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Stray Dog Cafe
- South AkronDrinks
Shooters Pub
- South AkronDrinks
Platinum Lounge
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H&J’s Cafe
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Cliffside Club
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Arthur's Billiards Bar
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Wayside Cafe