The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44689 sells for about $325,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $769 a month.
ZIP 44689 — Wilmot
The housing market in 44689 is experiencing steady growth, supported by low inventory and consistent demand from local buyers. As part of the highly-ranked Canton-Massillon market, the area benefits from regional economic stability and relative affordability, driving a positive outlook for the coming quarter.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a quieter, suburban-rural lifestyle while maintaining access to the amenities and employment opportunities of the Canton-Massillon metro area.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 38 days on market with 2.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% 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 0.5% · poverty 10.9% — 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 6.5%/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 5.1%/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 44689, Stark 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.
Crime rates in this rural-suburban area remain low compared to the broader Canton-Massillon metropolitan region, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this area are generally rated as average to above-average, with local districts focusing on community-oriented educational outcomes.
The area faces standard regional risks including seasonal severe thunderstorms and occasional winter weather impacts; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Canton-Massillon industrial and service hubs, with steady residential demand supported by regional employment access.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with millage rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to major regional highways providing connectivity to Canton and Massillon employment centers.
The area features access to local parks, rural greenbelts, and proximity to regional golf courses and shopping centers within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with limited inventory of multi-family units compared to single-family rentals.
The economy is anchored by the broader Canton-Massillon industrial, healthcare, and retail sectors, providing a stable employment base for the region.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with regional highway access serving as the primary transit corridor.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential expansion and small-scale commercial infill.
The Stark County Auditor manages property assessments, utilizing a triennial update cycle to ensure valuations reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and county-wide special service districts for utilities and emergency services.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's moderate risk profile for natural hazards.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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.
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.215.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Canton4.219.3 mi
- Baylor Beach Park; Water Park & Campground4.64.5 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.418.9 mi
- Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park4.517.1 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.718.6 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.215.2 mi
- Der Dutchman4.77.7 mi
- Amish Door Restaurant4.31.6 mi
- Dutch Valley Restaurant4.69.9 mi
- Hershberger's Farm and Bakery4.810.8 mi
- The Farm At Walnut Creek4.89.3 mi
- World's Largest Cuckoo Clock4.69.9 mi
- Tis the Season4.68.8 mi
- Dundee Falls4.63.3 mi
- Dundee Falls4.63.3 mi
- The Wilderness Center4.92.3 mi
- Massillon Parks & Recreation4.313 mi
- Dundee Falls Trailhead4.63.2 mi
- Beach City Wildlife Area4.64 mi
- The Legends of Massillon Golf Course & Banquet Facility4.312.3 mi
- Black Gold Golf Club4.58.6 mi
- Zoar Golf Club4.612.8 mi
- Massillon Parks & Recreation4.313 mi
- Wilkshire Golf Course4.211.7 mi
- Hershberger's Farm and Bakery4.810.8 mi
- Walnut Creek Marketplace4.48.9 mi
- Sheiyah Market - Berlin, OH4.78.8 mi
- Hillcrest Orchard of Walnut Creek Ltd.4.87.4 mi
- Ohio's Market - Berlin4.57.9 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.621.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides essential green space and outdoor facilities for residents.
Several courses located within a 10-mile radius serving the area.
Major retail and dining hubs accessible via regional highway corridors.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.