
Is Fostoria East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Fostoria, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
47 Registered Offenders Nearby
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, radio traffic describes a very small fuel spill at gas pumps near West High Street in Fostoria. Store staff report the pumps have been shut down, officers are staying at the scene, and fire units are being cleared to return. | W High St, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services dispatched to a location near County Road 216 for a 77-year-old male with chest pains. | Co Rd 216, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to a church near County Road 19 and State Route 224 in Fostoria, Ohio, for a reported smell of gas inside the building. | Fostoria, OH 44830 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a train reportedly struck a hay wagon near a crossing in the Fostoria area, blocking the tracks and nearby roadway. Crews discuss a possible location between East Fostoria, Orient, and Fifth to secure the train. | East Dr, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Traffic |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit 201 is transporting a 76-year-old male to Fostoria Community Hospital. Traffic delays may affect coverage. | Van Buren St, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious vehicle, a silver 2020 Chevy truck, traveling westbound on US 250 near State Route 18 in Ohio. The vehicle’s license plate is broadcast over the radio for officers to be on the lookout. | OH-18, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency near Perry Street in Fostoria. The patient refused care at the scene and EMS returned to service. | Perry St, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, bettsville Fire is back in service after transporting a patient to Station Three near Axline Street. | W Axline St, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, squad 21 is on the way to Fostoria Community Hospital with a patient. | Van Buren St, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to a location near South Township Road 21 for a dehydrated adult female who could not get out of a chair. | S Township Rd 21, Fostoria, OH 44830 | Medical Emergency |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Fostoria East is a rural neighborhood in Fostoria, Ohio, with a median home price of $219,545. Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
Vacancy rates are 5.3%, below most U.S. neighborhoods, indicating steady demand. The area has a diverse language profile including English, Spanish, Italian, and Korean.
Quick Facts
| Manufacturing Employment | 52.4% of working residents |
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Housing market and real estate character
Fostoria East offers a mix of single-family homes and mobile homes with a balanced owner and renter mix.
| Housing Age | Most homes built 1970-1999, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and mobile homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a strong manufacturing workforce and diverse occupations.
| Manufacturing & Labor | 52.4% |
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| Executive & Professional | 23.8% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 26.5% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower than 77.3% of U.S. neighborhoods |
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| Top Languages | English (91.1%), Spanish, Italian, Korean (2.4%) |
| Top Ancestries | German (29.0%), Irish (14.4%), Mexican (10.1%), English (7.5%), Italian (6.8%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with moderate commute times.
High car use with many residents commuting under 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone Rate | 87.7% |
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| Carpool Rate | 10.0% |
| Commute Time | 40.2% commute 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Fostoria East?
The median home price is $219,545.
What languages are spoken?
English is most common, with Spanish, Italian, and Korean also spoken.
How do most residents commute?
87.7% drive alone, with 10% carpooling.