Real Estate Investing in Burbank, Ohio (44214)

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Wayne County • Population: 2,362 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 44214 (Burbank, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 26.2 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $317,427
Avg Monthly Rent $1,008
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $94,545
% Renters 16.1%

Market Analysis: 44214 Burbank

ZIP 44214 in Burbank, OH carries a sturdy set of headwinds. Home values near $317K and rents of $1,008/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 44214 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 44214 among OH's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Demographically, 44214 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.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. sturdy returns are possible in 44214, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Burbank:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,008/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Wooster, OH Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
9.7%
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 Wooster, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 44214

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+10.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$95,515/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $214,090 $1,120 3.8% +10.0% $107,045
3BR $310,116 $1,370 3.2% +9.3% $103,372
4BR $382,058 $1,590 3.0% +10.0% $95,515

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$358K$309K$259K$210K$161K$112KApr 2006Jun 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 44214 Compare?

Metric 44214 Burbank Wooster, OH Ohio
Home Value $317,427 $317,427 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 8.0% 8.0% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $1,008 $1,008 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.5% 2.5% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+8.0%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Wooster, OH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $317,427
Monthly Rent $1,008
Price-to-Rent 26.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.8%
Cap Rate 2.5%
5-Year IRR 10.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.5%). 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
6.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.0%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 44214

Population: 2,362

💰 Median Household Income
$94,545
This area
$94,545
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
16.1%
This area
16.1%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
13.3%
This area
13.3%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.2 years
This area
34.2 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.6%
This area
6.6%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.0%
Other/Mixed 1.7%
Black/African American 0.3%
Hispanic/Latino 0.2%
👶 Under 18
23.9%
This area
23.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.6%
This area
15.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.5%
This area
7.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

4 Nearby 433 Off-Campus Students
C+
Wayne County Schools Career Center
90 students · 9.1 mi
C+
The College of Wooster
1,876 students · 10.3 mi
D
University of Akron Wayne College
1,361 students · 12.6 mi
C
Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute
462 students · 12.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home sale price in Burbank, OH?

Expect median prices around $317K in Burbank, OH. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Burbank, OH?

Burbank, OH falls under OH landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Are tenants stable in Burbank, OH?

Working renters make up the core of the Burbank, OH tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Is Burbank, OH suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Burbank, OH reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Burbank, OH?

Expect elevated vacancy in Burbank, OH. Rents at $1,008/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

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