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What's it really like living in Akron?

It's a a small town city with about 1,681 people. Am I overthinking this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Carol S.
Bought a house here in 2017 and it was the best decision I ever made. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Nathan Hill
I work in healthcare here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is excellent. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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happy_silas34
I've lived in Uptown for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The outdoor recreation scene is average

The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Winters are long and cold

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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