Akron's surrounding suburbs offer some of the best entry-level home values in Ohio. Tallmadge is the closest and most budget-friendly, Mogadore and Hartville offer small-town character, Springfield Township sits next to a nearly 1,000-acre metro park, and Ellet puts you inside the city limits at prices that still make sense for a first-timer. Read on for the full breakdown

Buying your first home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make - and picking the right neighborhood might matter even more than picking the right house. A great house in the wrong area can leave you with a long commute, underw...