The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44105 sells for about $96,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are up +12.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $931 a month.
ZIP 44105 — Cleveland
The 44105 housing market is showing signs of increased competitiveness, with median prices rising 12.9% year-over-year to $96,000. While inventory remains tight, demand is steady, driven by the affordability of the area compared to the broader national market. The market is currently characterized by a high share of renter-occupied homes and a focus on entry-level housing.
This ZIP code is primarily suited for budget-conscious first-time homebuyers, long-term investors seeking high-yield rental properties, and local workers who prioritize proximity to Cleveland's industrial corridors.
Median prices moved up 12.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 13.9% · poverty 26.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
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 8.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
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.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 44105, Cuyahoga County, OH
Crime rates in the 44105 area remain significantly higher than both the Ohio state average and the national average, reflecting ongoing urban safety challenges in this part of Cleveland.
Public schools serving the 44105 ZIP code generally receive low performance ratings, with the area's schools often categorized as underperforming compared to suburban districts in Cuyahoga County.
The area faces standard urban environmental risks, including potential for localized flooding in older infrastructure zones; property insurance premiums are influenced by regional urban risk factors.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Cleveland's industrial and healthcare employment hubs, though the ZIP itself sees limited large-scale new commercial development.
Property taxes are levied by the City of Cleveland and the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, with rates reflecting the city's millage structure and local school funding requirements.
Residents have direct access to I-77 and I-480, providing a standard commute to downtown Cleveland's employment core, though public transit reliance is higher than the regional average.
The area features access to local neighborhood parks and is within a short drive of the Cleveland Metroparks system, though major retail and entertainment hubs are primarily located outside the immediate ZIP boundaries.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant share of the housing stock being renter-occupied and steady pressure on vacancy rates.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors within the broader Cleveland metropolitan area.
The area is served by RTA bus routes and provides convenient access to major regional highway arteries.
Development is currently focused on small-scale community revitalization and housing rehabilitation initiatives.
The Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office manages property assessments, which are updated periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to Cleveland Metropolitan School District taxes and various municipal utility assessments.
Property insurance availability is stable, though premiums are sensitive to the age of housing stock and regional urban risk profiles.
Net domestic migration in the region has been characterized by slow growth, with urban centers seeing shifts in population density.
Ohio is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process, which typically extends the timeline for completion.
Ohio law requires sellers to provide a Residential Property Disclosure Form, detailing known material defects in the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Scene75 Entertainment Center | Cleveland4.417.8 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.216.6 mi
- Fun 'n' Stuff4.412.5 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.416.5 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Mentor420 mi
- Rocket Arena4.64.3 mi
- Progressive Field4.74.2 mi
- Huntington Bank Field4.55.2 mi
- Blossom Music Center4.418.3 mi
- Topgolf Cleveland4.33.3 mi
- Rock & Roll Hall of Fame4.65.2 mi
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park4.812.2 mi
- Cleveland Metroparks Zoo4.64.2 mi
- The Cleveland Museum of Art4.94 mi
- West Side Market4.74.4 mi
- Rock & Roll Hall of Fame4.65.2 mi
- The Cleveland Museum of Art4.94 mi
- Cleveland Museum of Natural History4.54.3 mi
- House from A Christmas Story4.73.2 mi
- Great Lakes Science Center4.55.2 mi
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park4.812.2 mi
- Edgewater Park4.76.1 mi
- Brandywine Falls4.813 mi
- Lakewood Park4.89.1 mi
- Cleveland Botanical Garden4.74.3 mi
- Emerald Necklace Marina4.710.6 mi
- Whiskey Island Still & Eatery4.45.5 mi
- Shoreby Club4.77.5 mi
- Edgewater Yacht Club4.76 mi
- East 55th Street Marina4.55.7 mi
- Topgolf Cleveland4.33.3 mi
- Sleepy Hollow Golf Course4.310.1 mi
- Shawnee Hills Golf Course4.37 mi
- Seneca Golf Course410.8 mi
- StoneWater Golf Club & Venue4.511.3 mi
- West Side Market4.74.4 mi
- Beachwood Place4.47.8 mi
- Tower City Center44.6 mi
- Meijer4.47.1 mi
- Pinecrest4.57.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic neighborhood area with local cultural significance and community events.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).