DOWNTOWN AKRON
Everything you love is just outside your front door.
Living at 159 Main means more than having a beautiful apartment—it means becoming part of the energy, creativity and momentum of Downtown Akron. Here, historic architecture meets modern living in a walkable neighborhood filled with local restaurants, coffee shops, entertainment, arts, culture and community events. Whether you're heading out for dinner, catching a show, meeting friends for drinks or enjoying a weekend festival, your next experience is only a few steps away. Akron continues to grow as a destination where people don't just visit—they choose to live.
At a Glance:
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Walkable downtown neighborhood
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50+ restaurants, breweries and cafés
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Live music, festivals and community events
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Art museums and galleries
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Performing arts and entertainment
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Professional sports nearby
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Coffee shops and local boutiques
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Easy access to major highways
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Minutes from hospitals, universities and corporate headquarters
Downtown offers more than 50 locally owned restaurants, breweries, cafés, including Ilić Café on the first floor, and cocktail bars, giving you endless options for date nights, brunches and everyday favorites—all within walking distance. From upscale dining to casual patios and late-night spots, there's always somewhere new to explore.
Walk. Dine. Discover
Spend an evening at the iconic Akron Civic Theatre, enjoy live music, explore contemporary exhibitions at the Akron Art Museum, or catch one of the many concerts and festivals hosted throughout the year at Lock 3. Downtown offers year-round opportunities to experience the arts, music and culture that make Akron unique.
Arts & Entertainment
Cheer on the hometown team, attend seasonal festivals, outdoor concerts, holiday celebrations and community events that bring downtown to life throughout the year. Whether it's a summer evening on the plaza or a winter night under the lights, there's always something happening nearby.
Sports & Events
Living downtown means spending less time commuting and more time enjoying life. Walk to work, meet friends for coffee, attend performances, explore local shops or simply enjoy the character and architecture that make this neighborhood one of Northeast Ohio's most vibrant urban districts.