Kenmore blends historic grit with creative momentum on the southwest side of Akron, just minutes from Barberton and within easy reach of Summit County. Centered on storied Kenmore Boulevard, the neighborhood’s main street hums with indie energy thanks to the Kenmore Neighborhood Alliance, whose initiatives and events are energizing local storefronts, and the City’s Great Streets Akron program supporting streetscape upgrades and small businesses. Catch a show at The Rialto Theatre, a restored performance space that anchors the corridor, then browse nearby shops or grab a coffee before an evening stroll.
Outdoorsy residents head to the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail for biking and runs, while Summit Lake and its nature-focused programming offer skyline views and wildlife moments right in the city’s backyard. Daily life is supported by the Kenmore Branch of the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Kenmore Community Center, which hosts classes, youth programs, and community gatherings. Families are served by Akron Public Schools and their College & Career Academies, offering pathways that connect classrooms with real-world experience.
Housing ranges from sturdy Craftsman-era homes to tidy postwar bungalows, with prices that often compare favorably to nearby Firestone Park and the arts-forward scene in Highland Square. Whether you’re eyeing a first home or planning a strategic sale, Agent Pronto can match you with a top local agent who knows Kenmore block by block.
Links: Kenmore Neighborhood Alliance, Great Streets Akron, Akron-Summit County Public Library, City of Akron Parks & Recreation, Summit Metro Parks, Ohio & Erie Canalway, Akron Public Schools, The Rialto Theatre.