The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44650 sells for about $176,394, or $144 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 21 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 44650 — Maximo
The Massillon housing market shows resilience with a competitive pace of sales and low inventory levels. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight correction, the market remains active, driven by steady demand for affordable single-family homes. Current conditions reflect a balanced environment for buyers and sellers, supported by the area's stable economic base.
This area is well-suited for families and first-time homebuyers seeking affordable housing options within a stable, established community that offers easy access to regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved down 1.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 21 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
29% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.7% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 11.5% — 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 5.9%/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
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44650, Stark County OH
Crime rates in the Massillon area are generally consistent with regional averages for mid-sized Ohio industrial cities, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are part of the Massillon City School District, which maintains a focus on community-integrated education and vocational training programs.
The area faces moderate risks related to seasonal severe weather, including wind and occasional localized flooding near the Tuscarawas River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown corridor and attract small-to-mid-sized business investment.
Property taxes are assessed by Stark County based on local millage rates, which include levies for schools, municipal services, and county-wide infrastructure.
Residents primarily commute via US-30 and OH-21, providing direct access to the Canton employment core and broader Akron-Canton regional job centers.
The area features access to the Sippo Valley Trail, various municipal parks, and proximity to the recreational amenities of the Tuscarawas River.
The rental market remains tight with low vacancy rates, driven by demand from local workers and a limited supply of new multi-family housing stock.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare services, and retail, with major employers including local hospital systems and industrial manufacturing firms.
The area is served by a network of state highways and local roads, with limited public transit options primarily focused on local bus routes.
Development is currently focused on infill projects and the rehabilitation of existing residential and commercial structures.
The Stark County Auditor manages property assessments, conducting triennial updates to ensure valuations reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to school district levies, county-wide health and library levies, and municipal utility assessments.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage remains a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 44650 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.
- Dave & Buster's Canton4.213.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.413.3 mi
- K1 Speed Canton4.714.5 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Akron-Canton4.212.9 mi
- Ohio Christmas Factory4.68.2 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.712.3 mi
- Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa4.69.4 mi
- Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery4.612 mi
- Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium4.612.4 mi
- Firestone Country Club4.819.8 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.712.3 mi
- McKinley Presidential Library & Museum4.612.4 mi
- Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve4.71 mi
- Price Park4.612.8 mi
- Dogwood Park4.611.9 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.712.3 mi
- McKinley Presidential Library & Museum4.612.4 mi
- MAPS Air Museum4.815.1 mi
- Quail Hollow Park4.710.3 mi
- The Troll Hole Museum4.75 mi
- Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve4.71 mi
- Price Park4.612.8 mi
- Dogwood Park4.611.9 mi
- Quail Hollow Park4.710.3 mi
- Diamond Community Park4.58.4 mi
- West Branch Marina4.519 mi
- Stark County Park District-Walborn Reservoir4.77.2 mi
- The Boathouse on Mogadore Reservoir4.715.8 mi
- Les's Bait & Marina4.813.5 mi
- Dutch Harbor Inc4.512.6 mi
- The Quarry Golf Club & Venue4.49.6 mi
- Sable Creek Golf Course4.57.9 mi
- Tannenhauf Golf Club Inc4.74.5 mi
- Great Trail Golf Course4.611.4 mi
- Arrowhead Golf Club & Banquet Center4.312.4 mi
- Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market4.512.2 mi
- Meijer4.212.4 mi
- Green Farms Country Market4.78.7 mi
- Meijer4.32.1 mi
- Arrowhead Orchard4.65.1 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.614.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular multi-use trail connecting Massillon to Canton.
A central community park offering sports facilities and green space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.