Cuyahoga Falls City Center

Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe670

Medium859

Low1427

Other3861

229 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape54

Child involved64

Assault25

Other96

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to Byers Avenue near Ack Fowler Senior High Rise, close to Payne Avenue and West Market Street in Cuyahoga Falls.	Byers Ave & Payne Ave, Akron, OH 44302	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a welfare check at a Circle K on 4th Street after a caller reported the store should be closed but its lights were still on and cars were driving slowly in the area.	4th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a sick person near Rocky Brook Drive and Moonless Trail.	Rocky Brook Dr, Akron, OH 44313	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a suspicious vehicle near Tall Grass Circle, where a black four-door sedan with a canoe has reportedly been parked by the tennis court with its door open for about 30 minutes and no one inside.	Tall Grass Cir, Stow, OH 44224	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to reported breathing problems near East Bath Road, between Camden Run and Brook Point Lane.	Brookpoint Ln, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to a location near East Bath Road for a patient with breathing difficulties between Camden Rue and Brook Point Lane.	E Bath Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are closing Merriman Road at North Portage Path and Treaty Line due to downed wires and a reported fire, with multiple barricades requested.	Merriman Rd & N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44313	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to reports of wires down near a station on Merriman Road, with cross streets including North Portage Path and Treaty Line Road. Another call to Rocky Brook Drive was reported as false.	Merriman Rd, Akron, OH 44313	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigate a reported carbon monoxide detector activation at a home near Avon Street by East Dalton Street and Norman Street.	Avon St, Akron, OH 44310	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, police are responding to a harassment complaint near 5th Street in Cuyahoga Falls. The caller reported a prior physical assault earlier today and a possible death threat received by mail or email. The caller requested officers park down the street so neighbors do not notice.	5th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221	Assault Report

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Median Home Price

$194,121

Average Rent

$1,187

Vacancy Rate

0.8%

Nearby neighborhoods

Neighborhood Overview

Cuyahoga Falls City Center is an urban neighborhood in Ohio with a mix of historic and newer homes. It features a blend of owner-occupied and rental housing, with a very low vacancy rate indicating tight housing supply.

The area is recognized for its college student-friendly atmosphere, walkability, and above average safety, ranking in the top 7.7% of college-friendly places in Ohio.

UrbanCollege-FriendlyHistoric Homes

Quick Facts

Drive Alone Commute	89.0%

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock in Cuyahoga Falls City Center includes medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.

Housing Age	Many homes built no later than 1939; some built 1970-1999
Housing Type	Mix of single-family homes and apartments
Owner vs Renter Mix	Balanced owner and renter occupancy

What buyers will notice right away

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand relative to available homes.

Varied housing ages and types offer options for different preferences.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood is notable for its college student population and walkability, combined with an above average safety rating.

The presence of many college students suggests proximity to educational institutions and related amenities.

Above average safety and walkability support a comfortable lifestyle for residents.

Student-Oriented — Seasonal excitement linked to academic calendar and campus life.

College-Friendly Ranking	Top 7.7% in Ohio

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	32.5%
Russian Ancestry	5.2%
Croatian Ancestry	0.9%
Polish Language Speakers	8.8%
Common Ancestries	German (27.2%), Irish (21.4%), English (8.2%), Italian (6.8%)

Commute

Most residents drive alone to work, with a commute time shorter than average.

Cuyahoga Falls City Center features a high rate of solo driving commutes and relatively short travel times, reflecting car-dependent but efficient access to work.

High Drive Alone Rate — 89.0% of commuters drive alone, exceeding most U.S. neighborhoods.

Short Commute Times — Nearly half of workers commute under 30 minutes, shorter than average.

Drive Alone Rate	89.0%
Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes (43.6% of workers)

Homes for sale near 44221

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$189,900

4 bd | 2 ba | 1,464 sqft

1729 Newberry St

Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44221