The story of this market
The typical home in Canton-Massillon, Ohio sells for about $145,000, or $105 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+3%
OH · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Canton-Massillon, Ohio
The Canton housing market remains stable, characterized by affordable entry-level pricing and consistent demand. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by a steady local economy and ongoing revitalization efforts. Investors continue to find value in the city's rental market, though overall appreciation remains modest compared to larger metropolitan areas.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Canton-Massillon yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 22.1% — a mixed stability profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A world-class destination that serves as the city's primary economic and cultural anchor, driving significant tourism and local pride.
A multi-use trail system providing residents with outdoor recreation and connectivity across the city's natural corridors.
A cultural institution offering diverse exhibitions and educational programs that enhance the city's arts scene.
Canton is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and first-time homeowners looking for entry-level housing. It also attracts investors seeking stable rental yields in a market with consistent demand for affordable living options.
The Canton City School District serves the majority of the city, with performance ratings generally trailing state averages. Efforts are underway to improve student outcomes through curriculum enhancements and facility upgrades.
The city is served by a network of state routes and is connected to the broader region via I-77. Public transit is provided by SARTA, which offers bus services throughout the city and surrounding county.
Canton offers a robust amenity base centered on the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Canton Museum of Art, and an extensive park system including the Nimishillen Creek trail network. These attractions serve as significant anchors for local quality of life and tourism-driven demand.
The rental market in Canton is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant portion of the stock consisting of older single-family homes and small multi-family units. Vacancy rates remain relatively low due to the limited supply of new construction, keeping rent growth steady.
Canton's economy is anchored by the healthcare sector, manufacturing, and tourism related to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The city is working to diversify its industrial base and revitalize its downtown core to attract new businesses.
Canton's economy is anchored by healthcare, manufacturing, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame tourism sector. Development momentum is focused on downtown revitalization and the expansion of medical facilities.
Current planning efforts are heavily focused on the continued expansion of the Hall of Fame Village and infrastructure improvements in the downtown district. These projects aim to increase density and improve the city's aesthetic and economic appeal.
Parcels in Canton are subject to municipal, county, and school district levies, with no widespread MUD or PID structures common in other states. Utility services are provided by a mix of municipal and private entities.
Canton experiences crime rates higher than the national average, with property crime being the most prevalent concern. Local law enforcement continues to focus on community-based policing initiatives to address these trends.
The city faces moderate risks related to localized flooding near the Nimishillen Creek and standard Midwestern weather patterns. Insurance markets remain stable, though premiums reflect regional exposure to wind and storm events.
Property insurance in Canton is generally stable, though homeowners should account for potential risks associated with severe weather events common in Northeast Ohio. Premiums are competitive but reflect the age of the housing stock.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Ohio) — Real Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 35% of its true market value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the effective tax rate (millage) of the local taxing district.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for Canton city, Ohio.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
County linkage populates as this city's member ZIP reports roster beneath it.
No ZIP intel reports rostered under this city yet — property dossiers roll up through the ZIP tier, so the chain populates as the county refreshes discover them.