Strongsville: One of the Hottest Market's in the US

Strongsville has been named one of the top 10 hottest housing markets in the United States, according to a new report released by Realtor.com. The suburb’s 44149 ZIP code ranked sixth in the real estate website’s list of Hottest 2025 Zip Codes, which measured demand for homes and how quickly they sold in the first half of the year.

It marks the first time a Cleveland-area suburb has broken into the national Top Ten list. “Through our dedication to safety, the success of our schools, and the high quality of services and amenities provided to our residents, Strongsville has earned national recognition for the exceptional value of buying a home here,” said Strongsville Mayor Tom Perciak in a statement.

The rankings were based on the number of views per property on Realtor.com and the average number of days listings remained active. The top ZIP codes in the U.S. saw 3.6 times more views and homes selling 30 to 42 days faster than the national average. In Strongsville, listings in the 44149 ZIP code received 5.2 times more views than the average and sold in just 25 days. The median listing price was $423,000.

The ranking reinforces Strongsville’s ongoing efforts to invest in infrastructure, education and public services. With an emphasis on community, Strongsville has continued to shine as a sought after destination for families from all over the Midwest.

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What are the hidden costs of owning a home?

Working with buyers, we typically spend a great deal of time talking about the mortgage payment. This is the number most clients like to talk about, as this is what's due monthly. Typically, this will include principal, interest, property taxes, homeowner's insurance, and mortgage insurance (if applicable). When discussing at a higher level the total costs of owning and maintaining a home, these are the the items often overlooked:

• Property taxes: Vary widely by county and city. Ohio's average effective property tax rate is about 1.56% of home value. Your lender includes this with your mortgage payment. If you would like a breakdown of a taxes in a specific municipality, please reach out

• Homeowners insurance: Costs about $1,590 per year on average in Ohio but can be higher in areas prone to severe weather.

• Utilities: Budget for gas, electric, water, sewer, and trash. Ohio's winter heating bills can surprise new homeowners. In many cases, I can give you an estimate of this before closing.

• Maintenance: Set aside 1% to 4% of your home's value annually for repairs and upkeep. This is often the most overlooked aspect I see

• HOA fees: These can range from $100 to $600+ monthly if applicable.

The bottom line, there is more to owning a home than simply paying a mortgage. Be sure to consider these factors when budgeting your home purchase.