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An Akron-focused media collaborative is taking an in-depth look at the city’s rental market and the housing challenges that continue through the pandemic.

An Akron-focused media collaborative is taking an in-depth look at the city’s rental market and the housing challenges that continue through the pandemic.

Despite the economic turmoil caused by the pandemic, Akron's rental market continues to grow.

Median gross rent in Akron is higher than every city in Ohio except for Columbus.

Residents in Akron wish to see dangerous houses torn down; however, rebuilding new homes isn't exactly easy in their area.

Hundreds of families have been evicted from their homes in Akron since the start of the pandemic, including Virginia LaForce and her family.

These are some of your options should you find yourself evicted.

Here are the steps you should take.

The eviction process typically lasts weeks, and the process doesn’t always end in tenants having to move out.

You may be able to place your rent in escrow, a legal arrangement where the clerk of courts holds your rent until your landlord makes the necessary repairs to your rental property.