The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44012 sells for about $479,000, or $221 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,537 a month.
ZIP 44012 — Avon Lake
The Avon Lake housing market is currently experiencing strong growth, with median prices rising 8.9% year-over-year to $479,000. The market remains competitive due to the city's desirable lakefront location and high-quality school district. Inventory remains tight, which continues to drive price appreciation.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and professionals seeking a stable, high-quality suburban environment with lakefront access and strong schools.
Median prices moved up 8.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 1.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.6% · poverty 3.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 44012, Lorain County OH
Avon Lake is widely recognized for its high-performing public school system, which serves as a primary driver for local residential demand.
The area is characterized by its Lake Erie shoreline, necessitating consideration of lakefront-specific flood and erosion risks.
Development is driven by its status as a desirable lakefront suburb with a mix of established housing and newer inland subdivisions.
Property taxes in Avon Lake are determined by local millage rates applied to assessed values, with additional levies supporting the school district and municipal services.
Avon Lake provides a suburban commute to the greater Cleveland employment core, primarily via highway corridors.
The area features significant Lake Erie shoreline access, local parks, and established community amenities.
The rental market is characterized by a relatively low renter share of approximately 17.5%, with demand supported by the city's suburban appeal.
The local economy is supported by its proximity to the broader Cleveland-Elyria metropolitan area, with a focus on suburban residential and service-sector activity.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with access to regional highway networks connecting to the Cleveland metro area.
Development activity is focused on maintaining the balance between established neighborhoods and new residential subdivisions.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and municipal property tax assessments.
Property insurance considerations include standard regional risks, with specific attention to lakefront proximity.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau QuickFacts and ZCTA-level profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides significant recreational access and defines the city's character.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).