Looking for affordable housing in Ohio? According to the Zillow Home Value Index, there are incredible opportunities in neighborhoods across the state where you can find homes at a fraction of Ohio’s median value. You’ll discover that many of these affordable areas have shown remarkable growth patterns over the past 15 years, potentially representing hidden investment gems.
Did you know that Youngstown dominates the affordable housing landscape with 13 of the 25 least expensive neighborhoods in Ohio? What’s particularly fascinating is that while these neighborhoods have the lowest price points in 2025, they’ve experienced dramatic appreciation since 2010, with an average growth rate of over 170%. This contrasts sharply with the steady but more modest growth rates seen in Ohio’s higher-priced markets.
As you explore these neighborhoods, you’ll notice striking regional patterns. The most affordable areas cluster primarily in three cities: Youngstown, Toledo, and Dayton. Meanwhile, only two Cleveland neighborhoods make the list despite the city’s size, suggesting different market dynamics at play in Ohio’s largest metropolitan areas. The data reveals that even the most affordable neighborhood in 2025 has seen a 27% increase in value since 2020, demonstrating resilience despite economic challenges.
25. Wick Park, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $53,107
- 2020 Value: $28,264.
- 2015 Value: $16,025
- 2010 Value: $13,342
- % Change 2020-2025: 87.90%
- % Change 2015-2025: 231.41%
- % Change 2010-2025: 298.04%
Topping our list, Wick Park neighborhood in Youngstown’s north side presents you with the most dramatic long-term growth story of all 25 neighborhoods. Since 2010, you would have seen property values nearly quadruple with an extraordinary 298.04% increase—the highest 15-year growth rate on our list. Named after the historic 34-acre park at its center, this neighborhood features some of Youngstown’s most architecturally significant homes, many dating back to the early 20th century. Between 2015 and 2025, values grew by an impressive 231.41%, while the most recent five-year window showed a strong 87.90% increase.
24. Edgemont, Dayton
- 2025 Value: $53,016
- 2020 Value: $28,166
- 2015 Value: $16,499
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 88.23%
- % Change 2015-2025: 221.32%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
On Dayton’s west side, you’ll discover the Edgemont neighborhood with its remarkable growth trajectory. Since 2015, you would have seen property values more than triple with an extraordinary 221.32% increase, one of the highest decade-long growth rates on our list. The most recent five-year period showed an impressive 88.23% growth, indicating continued strong momentum. As Dayton’s highest-ranked entry on our list, Edgemont offers you historic housing stock with demonstrated appreciation potential at prices still well below state averages.
23. West Wood, Dayton
- 2025 Value: $52,883
- 2020 Value: $27,678
- 2015 Value: $15,593
- 2010 Value: $20,058
- % Change 2020-2025: 91.07%
- % Change 2015-2025: 239.14%
- % Change 2010-2025: 163.65%
Located in western Dayton, the West Wood neighborhood presents you with a fascinating recovery story. Similar to several other entries, you would have seen property values decline between 2010 and 2015, dropping by about 22%, before experiencing a dramatic resurgence. Since that 2015 low point, values have skyrocketed by an extraordinary 239.14%, the highest percentage increase over this period among all 25 neighborhoods. The most recent five-year window showed an impressive 91.07% growth rate, indicating sustained momentum. Despite early volatility, the neighborhood’s overall growth since 2010 stands at a substantial 163.65%, showing remarkable resilience.
22. Lansingville, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $52,873
- 2020 Value: $26,012
- 2015 Value: $18,976
- 2010 Value: $21,925
- % Change 2020-2025: 103.26%
- % Change 2015-2025: 178.62%
- % Change 2010-2025: 141.15%
In southern Youngstown, you’ll encounter the Lansingville neighborhood with its remarkable recovery story. Interestingly, you would have seen property values decline between 2010 and 2015, dropping by about 13%, before staging a dramatic comeback. Since that 2015 low point, values have soared by 178.62%, while the most recent five-year period showed an exceptional 103.26% growth rate—the highest recent growth among all 25 neighborhoods. Despite some early volatility, Lansingville’s overall growth since 2010 stands at a robust 141.15%, suggesting the neighborhood has not only recovered but thrived.
21. St. Clair-Superior, Cleveland
- 2025 Value: $52,792
- 2020 Value: $32,335
- 2015 Value: $27,121
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 63.27%
- % Change 2015-2025: 94.65%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Bordering Lake Erie just northeast of downtown Cleveland, the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood provides you with Cleveland’s highest-ranked entry on our list. Since 2015, you would have seen property values nearly double with a 94.65% increase, while the most recent five-year period showed a strong 63.27% growth rate. Though lacking data from 2010, St. Clair-Superior’s consistent upward trajectory since 2015 indicates growing market interest in this centrally-located Cleveland area.
20. McCook Field, Dayton
- 2025 Value: $52,645
- 2020 Value: Data not available
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Situated in northern Dayton and named after a historic airfield that once operated in the area, McCook Field neighborhood offers you affordable housing options with limited historical data. Without earlier values available, growth trends cannot be calculated, making this a more speculative option on our list.
19. Roosevelt, Dayton
- 2025 Value: $52,000
- 2020 Value: $40,285
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 29.08%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Nestled in western Dayton, Roosevelt neighborhood (not to be confused with Toledo’s Roosevelt district) offers you more modest recent growth but strong overall value. Since 2020, you would have seen property values increase by 29.08%, the lowest recent growth rate among neighborhoods with complete data, but still representing solid appreciation. While lacking historical data prior to 2020, Roosevelt’s reasonable growth rate since then suggests more measured market dynamics than some of the more volatile areas on our list.
18. Riverdale, Dayton
- 2025 Value: $51,000
- 2020 Value: $26,862
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 89.86%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Situated along the Great Miami River in northern Dayton, you’ll find the aptly named Riverdale neighborhood marking Dayton’s fifth appearance on our list. Since 2020, you would have seen property values surge by a remarkable 89.86%, nearly doubling in just five years. Though lacking historical data prior to 2020, Riverdale’s dramatic recent performance suggests you’re looking at an area experiencing significant revitalization.
17. North Broadway, Cleveland
- 2025 Value: $50,401
- 2020 Value: $26,566
- 2015 Value: $17,299
- 2010 Value: $27,258
- % Change 2020-2025: 89.72%
- % Change 2015-2025: 191.35%
- % Change 2010-2025: 84.91%
As Cleveland’s second entry on our list, North Broadway neighborhood presents you with an interesting value story. Remarkably, you would have seen property values decline significantly between 2010 and 2015, dropping by about 37%, before staging a dramatic comeback. Since that 2015 low point, values have skyrocketed by 191.35%, nearly tripling in just a decade. The recent five-year growth rate of 89.72% is among the highest on our list, indicating accelerating interest in this affordable Cleveland district. Despite these impressive gains, North Broadway’s overall growth since 2010 stands at 84.91%, suggesting the neighborhood is still recovering from earlier value declines while offering you substantial growth potential as one of Cleveland’s most affordable areas.
16. Sharon Line-McGuffey Heights, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $47,916
- 2020 Value: $26,038
- 2015 Value: $17,105
- 2010 Value: $14,442
- % Change 2020-2025: 84.02%
- % Change 2015-2025: 180.12%
- % Change 2010-2025: 231.77%
On the eastern edge of Youngstown, you’ll find the Sharon Line-McGuffey Heights neighborhood with its impressive long-term growth story. Since 2010, you would have seen property values increase by a substantial 231.77%, more than tripling over the 15-year period. The neighborhood takes its name from the former Sharon Line railway and McGuffey Road that defines its northern boundary. Between 2015 and 2025, values grew by 180.12%, while the most recent five-year window showed a remarkable 84.02% increase, one of the highest recent growth rates on our list. The area offers you a mix of older homes with significant value growth potential as evidenced by its impressive historical performance.
15. Newport, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $47,208
- 2020 Value: $26,821
- 2015 Value: $16,415
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 76.01%
- % Change 2015-2025: 187.59%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Located on the west side of Youngstown, the Newport neighborhood offers you homes that have shown remarkable appreciation over the decade. Since 2015, you would have experienced an impressive 187.59% increase in property values, nearly tripling your investment. The most recent five-year period showed an excellent 76.01% growth rate, indicating accelerating market interest. Named after Newport Avenue which runs through the area, this neighborhood features primarily modest single-family homes on small lots. While lacking data from 2010, Newport’s strong and consistent performance since 2015 suggests continued upward potential in Youngstown’s recovering market.
14. East Lincoln Highway, Canton
- 2025 Value: $46,175
- 2020 Value: $30,859
- 2015 Value: $16,406
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 49.63%
- % Change 2015-2025: 181.45%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
As the only Canton neighborhood to appear on our list, East Lincoln Highway represents the most affordable area in this northeastern Ohio city. You would have seen impressive growth of 181.45% since 2015, with property values nearly tripling over the decade. The area takes its name from the historic Lincoln Highway, one of America’s earliest transcontinental routes, which passes through the neighborhood. Since 2020, values have increased by a healthy 49.63%, demonstrating continued momentum.
13. Roosevelt, Toledo
- 2025 Value: $45,887
- 2020 Value: $27,842
- 2015 Value: $19,215
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 64.81%
- % Change 2015-2025: 138.81%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
In central Toledo, you’ll discover the Roosevelt neighborhood named after the former president. Since 2015, you would have witnessed property values increase by an impressive 138.81%, while the most recent five-year period showed a robust 64.81% growth rate. Though lacking data from 2010, Roosevelt’s steady upward trajectory since 2015 indicates sustained market interest. As Toledo’s highest-ranked neighborhood on our list, Roosevelt offers you solid investment potential with average home values just under $46,000 in 2025 – still a fraction of the state median, despite years of substantial appreciation.
12. Cottage Grove, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $43,438
- 2020 Value: $20,964
- 2015 Value: $12,979
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 107.21%
- % Change 2015-2025: 234.68%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Situated in eastern Youngstown, the Cottage Grove neighborhood showcases one of the most dramatic growth stories on our list. You would have seen an extraordinary 234.68% value increase since 2015, more than tripling property values over the decade. Even more impressive, the neighborhood has more than doubled in value just since 2020, with a remarkable 107.21% increase. This makes Cottage Grove the leader in recent growth among all 25 neighborhoods.
11. Brier Hill, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $42,587
- 2020 Value: $32,560
- 2015 Value: $20,994
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 30.79%
- % Change 2015-2025: 102.85%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Steeped in Italian-American heritage on Youngstown’s north side, Brier Hill neighborhood offers you homes in an area with deep cultural roots. Since 2015, you would have seen property values more than double with a 102.85% increase, while the most recent five-year period showed a stable 30.79% growth rate. While lacking data from 2010, Brier Hill’s consistent growth since 2015 demonstrates ongoing market confidence in this historic area. At just over $42,500 for the average home value in 2025, you’ll find Brier Hill represents remarkable affordability compared to state and national averages, while showing steady appreciation potential.
10. La Grange, Toledo
- 2025 Value: $42,535
- 2020 Value: $25,924
- 2015 Value: $18,227
- 2010 Value: $23,337
- % Change 2020-2025: 64.07%
- % Change 2015-2025: 133.36%
- % Change 2010-2025: 82.26%
In eastern Toledo, La Grange neighborhood presents you with an interesting value pattern similar to its neighboring Onyx district. You would have seen property values decline between 2010 and 2015, dropping by about 22%, before rebounding significantly. Since that 2015 low point, values have surged by 133.36%, with a robust 64.07% increase in just the past five years. Despite experiencing a period of decline, La Grange’s overall growth since 2010 stands at 82.26%, demonstrating resilience and recovery.
9. Steelton, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $41,682
- 2020 Value: $23,898
- 2015 Value: $15,048
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 74.42%
- % Change 2015-2025: 177.00%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Deriving its name from Youngstown’s steel manufacturing heritage, Steelton neighborhood offers you housing values that have shown robust appreciation over the decade. Since 2015, you would have experienced an impressive 177% increase in property values, with a substantial 74.42% growth just in the last five years. While historical data from 2010 isn’t available, Steelton’s strong performance since 2015 suggests continued momentum in this affordable market. Despite climbing to over $41,000 in average home value by 2025, Steelton remains among the most affordable neighborhoods in Ohio, demonstrating the exceptional value available in Youngstown communities.
8. North River, Toledo
- 2025 Value: $39,251
- 2020 Value: $27,126
- 2015 Value: $16,620
- 2010 Value: $13,811
- % Change 2020-2025: 44.70%
- % Change 2015-2025: 136.16%
- % Change 2010-2025: 184.19%
Adjacent to the Maumee River in northern Toledo, you’ll find the aptly named North River neighborhood offering remarkable long-term growth. Since 2010, you would have seen an impressive 184.19% increase in property values, with steady appreciation through each five-year period. Between 2015 and 2025, values increased by 136.16%, while the most recent five-year window showed a healthy 44.70% growth.
7. Onyx, Toledo
- 2025 Value: $38,676
- 2020 Value: $23,474
- 2015 Value: $16,685
- 2010 Value: $22,164
- % Change 2020-2025: 64.76%
- % Change 2015-2025: 131.80%
- % Change 2010-2025: 74.50%
On Toledo’s east side, you’ll discover Onyx neighborhood with its fascinating value fluctuations over the years. Interestingly, you would have seen property values actually decrease between 2010 and 2015, dropping by about 25%, before rebounding dramatically. Since the 2015 low point, values have surged by 131.80%, with a robust 64.76% increase just in the past five years. Despite having the lowest overall growth rate since 2010 among neighborhoods with complete data at 74.50%, Onyx’s recent performance suggests a strong recovery and continuing momentum.
6. Landsdowne, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $37,941
- 2020 Value: $28,539
- 2015 Value: $17,333
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 32.95%
- % Change 2015-2025: 118.89%
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Tucked into Youngstown’s south side, Landsdowne provides you with affordable housing options that have shown substantial appreciation over the decade. Since 2015, you would have seen property values more than double with a 118.89% increase, while the most recent five-year period showed a solid 32.95% growth. The area’s steady growth trajectory suggests continued potential for appreciation without the extreme volatility seen in some other markets.
5. Erie, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $36,443
- 2020 Value: $18,313
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 99.00%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
In the northeastern section of Youngstown, you’ll find Erie neighborhood showcasing remarkable recent growth. Since 2020, you would have seen property values nearly double with a 99% increase, making it one of the fastest-appreciating areas over the five-year period.
4. East High, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $34,876
- 2020 Value: $25,948
- 2015 Value: $14,247
- 2010 Value: $9,309
- % Change 2020-2025: 34.41%
- % Change 2015-2025: 144.79%
- % Change 2010-2025: 274.67%
Along the eastern corridor of Youngstown lies East High, where you’ll discover a neighborhood with an extraordinary long-term growth story. Since 2010, you would have seen property values skyrocket by an astonishing 274.67%, one of the highest appreciation rates in Ohio. Between 2015 and 2025, values increased by 144.79%, while the most recent five-year period showed a healthy 34.41% growth.
3. Warren, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $33,588
- 2020 Value: $21,638
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 55.23%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Warren neighborhood, situated in Youngstown’s northeastern quadrant, ranks as one of Ohio’s most affordable communities. You’ll be impressed by its remarkable 55.23% growth since 2020, outpacing many of its neighboring districts. Though pre-2020 data isn’t available, Warren’s substantial five-year growth rate suggests you could find promising investment opportunities here.
2. Oak Hill, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $32,467
- 2020 Value: $25,772
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 25.98%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Nestled in the southern portion of Youngstown, Oak Hill presents you with the second most affordable neighborhood in Ohio. Since 2020, you’ve seen property values climb by nearly 26%, offering a solid return while remaining extremely accessible for first-time buyers. The neighborhood has maintained relatively stable growth patterns since 2020, avoiding the wild fluctuations seen in some other areas while steadily appreciating.
1. East Side, Youngstown
- 2025 Value: $31,222
- 2020 Value: $24,531
- 2015 Value: Data not available
- 2010 Value: Data not available
- % Change 2020-2025: 27.28%
- % Change 2015-2025: Data not available
- % Change 2010-2025: Data not available
Located on the eastern edge of Youngstown, the East Side neighborhood offers you the most affordable housing in Ohio as of 2025. Over the past five years, you’ve witnessed property values increase by 27.28%, demonstrating steady growth despite economic fluctuations. Though historical data before 2020 isn’t available, the neighborhood has shown resilience compared to other areas, maintaining its position as the most budget-friendly place to purchase a home in the entire state.
