ABOUT US

SummitHousingSearch.org is a free, online rental property search service that links people with available rental housing and tenant resources in our community. We hope it helps you make an informed decision when exploring your housing options

This web resource provides...

• FREE searching and listing of rental housing
• Detailed listings that can include pictures, maps, eligibility requirements (if applicable), and information about nearby amenities such as hospitals and schools
• Simple and detailed search options that are easy to use
• Helpful tools, including an affordability calculator, rental checklist, and information about renters' rights and responsibilities
• 24/7 access online and support from a toll-free, bilingual call center, available at 1-877-428-8844, Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Benefits to tenants

• Search by rent, size, location, accessibility, proximity to your work, and more information to make an informed decision
• Listings of market-rate rentals, subsidized housing and special-needs housing
• Direct link to the Akron Rental Information website to view history of code violations for properties in Akron

Benefits to landlords

• Free way to market available properties to more people
• Receive more qualified inquiries and attract Section 8 voucher holders
• Log in online 24/7 to update, add or remove properties
• If you don't have internet access, you can still use the site! Call the toll-free call center to update your property information
• Remove properties immediately after renting to reduce unwanted calls

Project funding and development

• SummitHousingSearch.org is grant funded by the City of Akron and United Way of Summit & Medina
• It is overseen by an advisory group of representatives from various community organizations
• For additional information on how to become a partner on this project, please e-mail United Way of Summit & Medina at hmishelpdesk@uwsummitmedina.org
• This site was developed by MyHousingSearch.com, powered by Emphasys Housing Locator. For more information please send an email at info@myhousingsearch.com