The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44243 sells for about $585,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
ZIP 44243 — Kent
The Hudson housing market remains highly competitive with low inventory and steady price appreciation. Strong demand from families attracted to the top-rated school district continues to drive market activity despite higher interest rates.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families and professionals seeking high-quality schools, a safe suburban atmosphere, and convenient access to major Northeast Ohio employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 12.9% · poverty 2.1% — a mixed stability 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 6.0%/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 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 44243, Summit 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.
Hudson maintains a low crime rate significantly below the national and regional averages, characterized by a safe, suburban environment.
The Hudson City School District is highly regarded, consistently ranking among the top-performing public school systems in Ohio.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties in designated low-lying zones.
Hudson exhibits strong economic momentum driven by its proximity to the Akron and Cleveland employment corridors and a focus on high-end residential and commercial development.
Property taxes in Hudson are levied by the city, Summit County, and the Hudson City School District, with the school district portion representing the largest share of the total effective rate.
Residents primarily commute via I-480 and SR-8, providing efficient access to major employment hubs in Akron and Cleveland.
The area features extensive park systems including Hudson Springs Park and the First and Main shopping district, offering a mix of outdoor recreation and upscale retail.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, with limited inventory of multi-family units and a strong preference for single-family rentals.
The local economy is supported by a mix of professional services, healthcare, and manufacturing, with significant employment provided by nearby Akron-based corporations.
The city is served by a network of state routes and is located near the Ohio Turnpike, facilitating regional transit.
The city maintains a strict master plan focusing on preserving historic character while allowing for controlled residential and commercial growth.
Parcels are subject to Hudson City School District levies and Summit County special assessments for infrastructure and public services.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk profile for natural disasters.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 44243 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.
- Fun 'n' Stuff4.413.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.316.1 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.49.8 mi
- K1 Speed Canton4.717.9 mi
- Kids Empire Solon4.817.7 mi
- Blossom Music Center4.411.8 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.811 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.710.5 mi
- Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery4.612.3 mi
- Summit County Fairgrounds4.25.1 mi
- Akron Zoo4.511.6 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.712.6 mi
- Akron Civic Theatre4.710.5 mi
- Cinemark Cuyahoga Falls and XD4.58.6 mi
- West Branch State Park4.610.5 mi
- Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens4.811 mi
- Hale Farm & Village4.613.5 mi
- Akron Art Museum4.610.1 mi
- MAPS Air Museum4.817.1 mi
- Akron Children's Museum4.510.6 mi
- Ledges Trailhead4.910.2 mi
- West Branch State Park4.610.5 mi
- Gorge Metro Park4.78.2 mi
- Wingfoot Lake State Park4.79 mi
- F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm4.912.2 mi
- West Branch Marina4.512.9 mi
- Stark County Park District-Walborn Reservoir4.714.6 mi
- The Boathouse on Mogadore Reservoir4.76.2 mi
- Burning River Adventures4.86.1 mi
- Les's Bait & Marina4.819.3 mi
- Boulder Creek Golf Club4.27.3 mi
- Windmill Lakes Golf Club4.66.4 mi
- Fox Den Golf Course4.24.3 mi
- Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club4.57.8 mi
- Brookledge Golf Club4.46.4 mi
- Aurora Farms Premium Outlets4.310.5 mi
- Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market4.512.1 mi
- Szalay's Farm & Market4.712.6 mi
- Meijer4.53.4 mi
- Meijer4.53.9 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.617.1 mi
- Southwest General Medical Center429.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with a lake, trails, and recreational facilities.
Downtown mixed-use area featuring local boutiques, dining, and community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.