The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44281 sells for about $329,900, or $154 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,071 a month.
ZIP 44281 — Wadsworth
The Wadsworth housing market is currently experiencing strong demand, evidenced by a competitive market score and rising home values. Low inventory levels continue to drive price appreciation, keeping the market balanced but favorable to sellers. Buyers remain active, supported by the area's reputation for quality schools and suburban stability.
Wadsworth is ideal for families seeking high-quality schools and a suburban lifestyle, as well as commuters who value proximity to the Akron-Cleveland corridor while maintaining a small-town community feel.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 0.0 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 2.5% · poverty 6.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44281, Medina County OH
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Wadsworth generally reports crime rates lower than the national average, with the city maintaining a reputation as a safe, family-oriented community within the Cleveland-Akron metropolitan area.
The Wadsworth City School District is highly regarded, consistently receiving strong performance ratings from the Ohio Department of Education and serving as a primary draw for families moving to the area.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including occasional severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risks primarily localized to specific low-lying areas near the River Styx.
Wadsworth benefits from its strategic location between Akron and Cleveland, with steady economic momentum driven by a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors, alongside ongoing residential development.
Property taxes in Wadsworth are levied by the city, Medina County, and the Wadsworth City School District, with rates determined by local millage and property valuations assessed by the Medina County Auditor.
Residents primarily commute via I-76 and SR-94, providing direct access to employment hubs in Akron and Cleveland, with typical commute times reflecting suburban traffic patterns.
The city features a robust park system including Memorial Park and various community trails, with downtown Wadsworth offering a historic district with local shopping and dining options.
The rental market in Wadsworth is characterized by steady demand and limited vacancy, with rents trending upward in line with regional growth and a low presence of short-term rentals.
The local economy is anchored by a diverse mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services, with significant employment access provided by the nearby Akron and Cleveland labor markets.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with I-76 serving as the primary arterial highway connecting the city to the broader regional transit network.
Development activity is focused on infill residential projects and the expansion of commercial retail space along the main highway corridors.
The Medina County Auditor's office manages property assessments, conducting triennial updates and sexennial reappraisals to ensure tax equity.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county levies, and local municipal assessments, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums in the region are generally stable, though homeowners are advised to maintain coverage for standard Midwestern weather hazards.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 44281 profile.
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.
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.215.6 mi
- Scene75 Entertainment Center | Cleveland4.413.5 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.38.1 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.419.1 mi
- K1 Speed Canton4.719 mi
- Blossom Music Center4.414.3 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.215.6 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.811.9 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.712.5 mi
- Mapleside Farms4.416 mi
- Akron Zoo4.511.4 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.712.5 mi
- Castle Noel4.78.4 mi
- Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique4.910.5 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.38.1 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.811.9 mi
- Castle Noel4.78.4 mi
- Hale Farm & Village4.613.2 mi
- Akron Art Museum4.612.8 mi
- MAPS Air Museum4.818.1 mi
- F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm4.911.4 mi
- Portage Lakes State Park4.511.9 mi
- Lock 3 Park4.612.5 mi
- Silver Creek Metro Park4.75.2 mi
- Worden's Ledges4.811 mi
- Chippewa Golf Club4.68.6 mi
- Bunker Hill Golf Course4.211.1 mi
- Alien Vacation Mini Golf Attraction at Castle Noel4.78.4 mi
- Pine Valley Golf Club4.32.8 mi
- J. E Good Park Golf Course4.310.2 mi
- Summit Mall4.39.5 mi
- Meijer4.59.6 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.38.8 mi
- Acme Fresh Market4.210.6 mi
- Ken Ganley Kia Medina4.66.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central community park featuring sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
A historic district featuring local boutiques, restaurants, and community events.
A scenic natural area offering walking trails and wildlife viewing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.