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Rent vs buy in Akron — what makes sense?

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $930/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider — Akron sits at 900.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $48,544 in Akron. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Let me know your thoughts. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Lydia Turner
exactly what I was thinking
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Nancy C.
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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