The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44830 sells for about $160,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,020 a month.
ZIP 44830 — Fostoria
The 44830 housing market remains affordable with a median price of $160,000, reflecting steady demand for entry-level homes. Inventory is tight at 25 active listings, which supports a stable price environment despite broader economic headwinds. Market activity is driven by local employment in manufacturing and a consistent need for workforce housing.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and first-time homeowners seeking affordability, as well as investors looking for high-yield rental opportunities.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 12.5% — 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 7.3%/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 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 44830
Crime rates in Fostoria are generally consistent with regional averages for small industrial cities in Northwest Ohio, with property crime being the primary concern.
Public education is primarily served by Fostoria City Schools, which faces ongoing challenges with state accountability ratings and resource allocation.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Portage River.
Economic momentum is tied to regional manufacturing and logistics, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown corridor and attract small-scale industrial investment.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Ohio) — Real Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 35% of its true market value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the effective tax rate (millage) of the local taxing district.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby employment hubs in Tiffin, Findlay, or the Toledo metro area via state routes.
Local amenities include Foundation Park, which offers trails and fishing, and several community parks; shopping and dining are concentrated along the Main Street corridor.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with vacancy rates remaining low and rents trending upward in line with regional inflation.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, logistics, and rail transportation, with significant employment provided by regional industrial facilities.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with major access provided by State Routes 12, 18, and 23.
Development planning is focused on brownfield redevelopment and infrastructure upgrades to support existing industrial zones.
The Seneca County Auditor manages property assessments, with reappraisals occurring on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to school district levies and county-wide special assessments for health and human services.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in Northwest Ohio.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 44830 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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Features walking trails, fishing ponds, and recreational space.
A famous railfan destination where three major rail lines intersect.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.