Real Estate Investing in Canal Fulton, Ohio (44614)

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Stark County • Population: 13,088 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 44614 (Canal Fulton, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $281,462
Avg Monthly Rent $1,053
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $82,264
% Renters 20.2%

Market Analysis: 44614 Canal Fulton

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Canal Fulton's 44614 ZIP comes in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $281K pricing implies.

The 44614 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

The gap between 44614 and stronger Canal Fulton ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Resident income in 44614 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

seems to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Canal Fulton:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 76/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,053/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
Canton-Massillon, OH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
28 days
Average time to sell
Fast
9.4%
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 Canton-Massillon, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 44614

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+8.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$85,476/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $211,020 $1,170 4.0% +8.4% $105,510
3BR $256,428 $1,480 4.2% +7.5% $85,476
4BR $343,079 $1,560 3.3% +7.0% $85,770
5BR $471,406 +8.0% $94,281

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$294K$258K$222K$186K$150K$114KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 44614 Compare?

Metric 44614 Canal Fulton Canton-Massillon, OH Ohio
Home Value $281,462 $281,462 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 6.2% 6.2% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $1,053 $1,053 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.9% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $281,462
Monthly Rent $1,053
Price-to-Rent 22.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 9.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). 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
3.3%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 44614

Population: 13,088

💰 Median Household Income
$82,264
This area
$82,264
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
20.2%
This area
20.2%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.0%
This area
4.0%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
29.8%
This area
29.8%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
46.7 years
This area
46.7 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.0%
Other/Mixed 2.1%
Asian 1.8%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
17.7%
This area
17.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.1%
This area
20.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 44614

B+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
15.5:1 Avg Class Size
$14,575 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Northwest Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
395 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,575 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Northwest High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
498 Students
👨‍🏫
16.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,575 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Northwest Primary School

📚 K – 02 Elementary
👥
365 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,575 Per Student
B+ Above Average

W. S. Stinson Elementary School

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
391 Students
👨‍🏫
15.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,575 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 4,288 Off-Campus Students
C
Portage Lakes Career Center
217 students · 7.2 mi
C
Stark State College
9,616 students · 7.8 mi
C
Kent State University at Stark
3,433 students · 7.9 mi
D
Ross College-Canton
344 students · 8.8 mi
C
National Beauty College
149 students · 10.5 mi
D
University of Akron Wayne College
1,361 students · 10.7 mi
D
Herzing University-Akron
381 students · 10.9 mi
C
Walsh University
2,160 students · 11.4 mi

Investor Insight: With 4,288 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tight is the rental market in Canal Fulton, OH?

Rental vacancy in Canal Fulton, OH is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

Is Canal Fulton, OH a friendly market for rental owners?

OH ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Canal Fulton generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

Where do home prices stand in Canal Fulton, OH?

Median home price in Canal Fulton, OH is near $281K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been consistent and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

Can I house hack in Canal Fulton, OH?

House hacking in Canal Fulton, OH is reasonable to execute. Prices around $281K and rents of $1,053/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

Are tenants stable in Canal Fulton, OH?

Tenant quality in Canal Fulton, OH ranks as solid. Landlords generally report stable occupancy at market rents of $1,053/mo.

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