Real Estate Investing in Bay Village, Ohio (44140)

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Cuyahoga County • Population: 15,992 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 44140 (Bay Village, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $427,340
Avg Monthly Rent $2,700
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $118,816
% Renters 8.0%

Market Analysis: 44140 Bay Village

ZIP 44140 in Bay Village, OH carries a durable set of headwinds. Home values near $427K and rents of $2,700/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $427K asset, 44140 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

The gap between 44140 and stronger Bay Village ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Demographically, 44140 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Strategically, 44140 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Bay Village:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,700/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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BALANCED MARKET
Cleveland-Elyria, OH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
28 days
Average time to sell
Fast
10.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Cleveland-Elyria, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 44140

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+8.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$113,869/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $270,393 $1,750 4.7% +8.3% $135,197
3BR $341,608 $2,250 4.7% +7.8% $113,869
4BR $500,044 $2,410 3.5% +8.1% $125,011
5BR $622,007 +8.3% $124,401

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$450K$393K$336K$278K$221K$164KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,770$2,647$2,524$2,401$2,278$2,155Feb 2026May 2026Jul 2026

📊 How Does 44140 Compare?

Metric 44140 Bay Village Cleveland-Elyria, OH Ohio
Home Value $427,340 $427,340 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $2,700 $2,700 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.9% 4.9% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.9%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $427,340
Monthly Rent $2,700
Price-to-Rent 13.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.6%
Cap Rate 4.9%
5-Year IRR 11.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.9%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 44140

Population: 15,992

💰 Median Household Income
$118,816
This area
$118,816
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
8.0%
This area
8.0%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
66.6%
This area
66.6%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.8 years
This area
42.8 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.2%
This area
4.2%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.2%
Other/Mixed 4.7%
Hispanic/Latino 2.2%
Black/African American 0.7%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
27.4%
This area
27.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.5%
This area
18.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 44140

B+ Avg School Grade
5 Schools
15.1:1 Avg Class Size
$16,761 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Bay High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
759 Students
👨‍🏫
14.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,761 Per Student
A Very Good

Bay Middle School

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
701 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,761 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Normandy Elementary School

📚 K – 02 Elementary
👥
498 Students
👨‍🏫
16.6:1 Class Size
💰
$16,761 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Westerly Elementary School

📚 03 – 04 Elementary
👥
362 Students
👨‍🏫
17.2:1 Class Size
💰
$16,761 Per Student
B+ Above Average
👥
55 Students
👨‍🏫
13.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,761 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Lee Burneson Middle School

📚 07 – 08 Middle
📍 2260 Dover Center Rd, Westlake
👥
481 Students
👨‍🏫
11.7:1 Class Size
💰
$18,510 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Dover Intermediate School

📚 05 – 06 School
📍 2240 Dover Center Rd, Westlake
👥
496 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$18,510 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Westlake Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
📍 27555 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake
👥
1,236 Students
👨‍🏫
16.1:1 Class Size
💰
$18,510 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Westlake High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake
👥
1,063 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$18,510 Per Student
C Below Average

Westlake Academy

📚 K – 01 Elementary Charter
📍 26830 Detroit Rd, Westlake
👥
32 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 2,728 Off-Campus Students
C+
Meryma'at Barber College
51 students · 8.2 mi
D
The North Coast College
53 students · 8.4 mi
C
Ohio Business College-Sheffield
165 students · 8.5 mi
C+
Baldwin Wallace University
3,308 students · 8.8 mi
C+
Lorain County Community College
9,410 students · 8.9 mi
D
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma
522 students · 9.6 mi
C+
Polaris Career Center
230 students · 9.8 mi
D
Valley College-Cleveland
787 students · 10.6 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,728 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Bay Village, OH stack up for property investment?

Bay Village, OH records an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $427K and average rents around $2,700/mo. That combination puts it in the notable tier for investor interest.

What strategy should investors use in Bay Village, OH?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Bay Village, OH best. The market produces predictable results for that approach at the $427K price point.

What is the median home value in Bay Village, OH?

Expect median prices around $427K in Bay Village, OH. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been measured.

How landlord-friendly is Bay Village, OH?

The landlord environment in Bay Village, OH is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

What is the average monthly rent in Bay Village, OH?

Rent in Bay Village, OH is around $2,700/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $427K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

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