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Four miles northwest of Downtown Akron, Wallhaven's many restaurants and stores draw locals from all over the city's west side. "People love it because it's so diverse, from the businesses to the people. There are many different people from all walks of life," says Beth Rodgers, Realtor with Howard Hanna. "You see the community out whether they're walking dogs or children playing games." Here, homeowners enjoy a friendly community where memorable concerts, gatherings and demonstrations are commonplace. Drivers and bus riders can get just about anywhere with the neighborhood's access to three major city thoroughfares or travel across Ohio Via I-77. Those wanting to stick around enjoy everything from fine dining to greasy burgers and can spend leisurely afternoons in one of two well-rounded and shaded parks.
Downtown Akron is just a short commute from Wallhaven.
The iconic Castle Ave in Wallhaven.
Castle Avenue in Wallhaven is lined with beautiful homes of many styles.
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Shopping and Dining
Locals enjoy a long list of shops and dining options in Wallhaven, on the intersection between West Market Street, Hawkins Avenue and West Exchange Street. Hungry patrons can visit the Eye Opener breakfast diner, Barrelhouse bar and restaurant, Floods Urban Seafood, Einstein Brothers Bagel Shop, and Papa Gyro's Mediterranean Restaurant. People can drive past Frank Boulevard to get to Ken Stewart's Grille, a fine dining establishment with indoor and outdoor seating areas. Wallhaven's star restaurant is the local Swenson's Drive-in, a northeast Ohio staple famed for its iconic Galley Boy burgers and milkshakes. Whole Foods Market is a recent addition to grocery shopping, but the neighboring Acme Fresh Market is a community mainstay. Founded in 1891 by Fred Albrecht, this store is the first property in a multistore grocery chain. Outside of groceries, shoppers often visit the Gabe's and Big Lots discount stores across the street from Acme. Graf's Garden Shop and Farm Market is the nearest option for locally sourced produce and garden plants. "We work to foster a community where everyone feels welcome," says co-owner Lisa Graf about her store's culture. Locals drive three miles west along West Market Street for mall shopping to visit Fairlawn's Summit Mall.
Delectable fine dining at Ken Stuart's Grille in Wallhaven.
Try the all-day brunch at the Barrelhouse in Wallhaven.
A customer browses the jewelry at the Discovery Shop in Wallhaven.
The Eye Opener in Wallhaven is a popular breakfast destination.
Papa Gyros brings a bit of the Mediterranean to Wallhaven.
Swensons in Wallhavevn has one of the best burgers in America.
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Transportation
One of Wallhaven's defining features is the intersection between West Market Street, Hawkins Avenue and West Exchange Street. While the three-road intersection can be tricky to drive through due to its complicated design, it provides almost unparalleled access to most of Akron. On top of that, all the roads comprising the intersection have bus routes running through them. West Market Street provides a straight shot to Highland Square's nightlife, downtown, Summit Mall and I-77 four miles northwest. Hawkins Avenue, which splits into North and South Hawkins Avenue at the intersection, leads to North, West and South Akron. Finally, west Exchange leads to Akron's hospital district and the University of Akron.
Easy travel in and out of Wallhaven using the local metro.
The intersection between West Market Street, Hawkins Avenue, and West Exchange Street.
I-77 provides access to Cleveland and Akron for residents of Wallhaven.
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Parks
North of West Market Street, Hardesty Park is the local place for outdoor recreation and events. Locals around the north side of the neighborhood's center intersection live only a few minutes from the park's 18 acres of green grassy fields shaded by thick trees planted before the 1920s. A woodchip surface playground with swings and bars resembles a fortress of fun sitting in the park's center, overlooking a football field/event space in the south and a sandy baseball diamond in the north. Parents watch over all these areas from a shaded picnic place next to the parking lot. South of West Market Street, along South Hawkins Avenue, Elms Hill Park is a similar size to Hardesty, with similar amenities. With almost twice as much tree coverage, Families in and around the area spend hot days playing.
Sand Run Metro Park North Hawkins area is a great local park to enjoy nature.
Elm Hill Park is a great place to relax among the flowers in Wallhaven.
Enjoy the day at Hardesty Park in Wallhaven.
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Events
As mentioned, Hardesty Park is Wallhaven's central spot for local events. Throughout the years, the park hosted such gatherings as Akron's Justice for George Floyd March, the Akron Symphony Orchestra performances, and countless annual events. One yearly event worth mentioning is the Akron Art Expo. Held over a late July weekend, Local artists and artisans set up shop to display and sell their work to locals from all over the city. Everything from furniture to jewelry, custom pens, paintings and sculptures made of yarn have shared the spotlight in one of the expo's tents.
Homes
Wallhaven's housing market is full of architectural styles, including Tudor Revivals, Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, Overhangs, Ranch-Style houses and Dutch Colonial Revivals. Many of these homes sit under tree shade with front-facing gardens and the occasional front or side porch. House hunters driving along Castle Boulevard and Kenilworth Drive will find house after house selling for up to $375,000, while homes surrounding Hardesty Park and east of South Hawkins Avenue sell for as low as $140,000.
A well-maintained Colonial in the Wallhaven Neighborhood.
A Tudor style home in the Wallhaven neighborhood.
Cape Cod homes can be found in the Wallhaven neighborhood.
A typical ranch home located in the Wallhaven neighborhood.
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Schools
For public education, families walk their young students to Case Community Learning Center for elementary school, which earns a C from Niche. A short walk north, Litchfield Community Learning Center provides middle school classes, which Niche gives a C-minus. Lastly, just a hallway away, Firestone Community Learning Center is the local high school with a B-minus rating. The high school is famed across the city for its extensive arts programs, including theatre, visual arts and dance.
Students are taught a challenging curriculum at Harvey S. Firestone CLC in Wallhaven.
Kids are challenged to excel at Anne T. Case CLC.
Children are offered a great education at Paul W. Litchfield CLC in Wallhaven.
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These railroad tracks run through the center of Wallhaven.
Crime
It bears mentioning that, along with Wallhaven's beauty and friendliness, the area does have some environmental inconveniences and even hazards. One inconvenience is the local train track, which runs along the community's north border and can be a source of unwelcome noise. As for hazards, parts of the neighborhood, such as the south and east sides, are prone to flooding during storms, with some streets submerged in up to three feet of water.
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Parks in this Area
Botzum Train Station
Erie Island Park
Baseball/Softball
Multi-Purpose Field
Elm Hill Park
Playground
Cascade Valley Park
Sand Run Metro Park
Sand Run Metro Park - N Hawkins Area
Hardesty Park
Will Christy Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Judith Bear Isroff Park
Transit
Airport
Akron-Canton Regional
29 min drive
Bus
White Pond Dr & Scudder Dr
Bus
W. Market St & Acme #1
Bus
W. Market St & Bryden Dr
Bus
W. Market St & Westgate Cir
Bus
W. Market St & Melbourne Ave
Bus
1732 W. Market St
Bus
S. Hawkins Ave & Edgemoor Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wallhaven
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,120
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,840
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,049
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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