The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44654 sells for about $288,000, or $179 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 67 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $834 a month.
ZIP 44654 — Millersburg
The housing market in 44654 remains stable with steady price appreciation and moderate inventory levels. Demand is supported by local employment stability, though limited new construction keeps supply tight for prospective buyers.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a rural or small-town lifestyle with affordable housing options compared to larger metropolitan areas.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 67 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 9.0% — 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 7.9%/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 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44654
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by local districts including West Holmes Local School District, which generally maintains stable performance ratings within the state framework.
The region is primarily inland with low risk for coastal hazards, though standard property insurance coverage for wind and storm damage is recommended.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, agriculture, and small business sectors, with steady development in the Millersburg area.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on appraised market value, with millage rates determined by local school districts and municipal levies.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to employment hubs in nearby cities like Wooster or Canton.
The area features access to local parks, rural trails, and proximity to the scenic landscapes of Holmes County, with basic shopping and dining in Millersburg.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with a mix of single-family homes and small multi-family units.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism, with a strong emphasis on small business and local services.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with major state routes providing access to regional employment centers.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and local commercial improvements.
The Holmes County Auditor manages property assessments, typically conducting reappraisals on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and local township levies.
Standard homeowners insurance is readily available, with premiums influenced by regional weather patterns.
Ohio is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court action to complete the process.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure form detailing known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Zip Codes.
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.
Features local boutiques and restaurants.
A multi-use trail popular for walking and cycling.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.