The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44703 sells for about $117,400, or $117 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.18% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $815 a month.
ZIP 44703 — Canton
The 44703 housing market remains a highly affordable segment of the Canton-Massillon area, characterized by low entry prices and steady demand. While price growth is modest, the market maintains a balanced inventory level, driven by local economic stability and a high share of renter-occupied housing.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious buyers, investors seeking entry-level rental properties, and individuals prioritizing affordability over proximity to high-end suburban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 29 days on market with 2.5 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 13.8% · poverty 39.1% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 44703, 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.
Public schools in the Canton area generally receive lower-than-average ratings, with many institutions scoring in the 3/10 range on national metrics.
The area is anchored by the Canton-Massillon regional economy, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the urban core and leverage the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a regional economic driver.
Property taxes are assessed by Stark County based on local millage rates; exemptions are available for owner-occupied primary residences through the Ohio Homestead Exemption program.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to major regional corridors like I-77 providing connectivity to the broader Canton-Massillon employment hub.
The area features proximity to local parks and the cultural amenities of downtown Canton, including museums and dining districts within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable units, with a median rent of $795 and consistent pressure from a large renter population.
The local economy is driven by healthcare, manufacturing, and public sector employment, with the Canton-Massillon metro area serving as the primary labor market.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with I-77 serving as the main artery for regional transit and commuting.
Development efforts are focused on urban infill and the revitalization of the downtown Canton corridor.
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 taxes and municipal levies, with potential special assessments for utility and infrastructure maintenance.
Property insurance premiums in the region are influenced by standard Midwestern weather risks, including wind and storm exposure.
Data retrieved from SimpleMaps and Census Bureau profiles.
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 Resort4.211.5 mi
- Dave & Buster's Canton4.24 mi
- Baylor Beach Park; Water Park & Campground4.614.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.43.5 mi
- K1 Speed Canton4.77.2 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.71.1 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Clay's Resort4.211.5 mi
- Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa4.63.6 mi
- Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery4.611.2 mi
- Amish Door Restaurant4.317.2 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.71.1 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown North Canton XD and IMAX4.75.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's Canton4.24 mi
- McKinley Presidential Library & Museum4.60.7 mi
- Cinemark Bistro North Canton4.54.7 mi
- Pro Football Hall of Fame4.71.1 mi
- McKinley Presidential Library & Museum4.60.7 mi
- MAPS Air Museum4.88.3 mi
- Quail Hollow Park4.712.2 mi
- First Ladies National Historic Site - Home of National First Ladies Library & Museum4.40.9 mi
- Boettler Park4.78.7 mi
- Price Park4.64.9 mi
- Dogwood Park4.65.1 mi
- Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve4.712.1 mi
- Diamond Community Park4.56.4 mi
- Stark County Park District-Walborn Reservoir4.715.5 mi
- The Boathouse on Mogadore Reservoir4.717.3 mi
- Atwood Yacht Club4.619.6 mi
- Raintree Golf & Event Center4.210.2 mi
- The Quarry Golf Club & Venue4.45.1 mi
- The Legends of Massillon Golf Course & Banquet Facility4.36.8 mi
- Sable Creek Golf Course4.510.9 mi
- Glenmoor Country Club4.35.1 mi
- Belden Village Mall4.34 mi
- Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market4.511.4 mi
- Meijer4.44.1 mi
- Meijer4.25.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.24.1 mi
- Akron-Canton Airport4.68 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major national landmark and anchor attraction located in the broader Canton area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.