Fostoria North, Fostoria, Ohio
Is Fostoria North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe6
Medium4
Low4
Other29
47 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape7
Child involved15
Assault9
Other21
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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Median Home Price
$115,856
Average Rent
$1,129
Vacancy Rate
9.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Fostoria North is a rural neighborhood in Fostoria, Ohio, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes. Many homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with some older than 1940.
The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 9.6%, above average nationally, and offers affordable housing with a median price of $115,856 and average rents of $1,129, both lower than most Ohio neighborhoods.
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Quick Facts
| Manufacturing Employment | 58.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Fostoria North consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, with many built before 1970.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices and rents are well below most Ohio neighborhoods.
Many homes are older, reflecting a long-established community.
Families & Lifestyle
Fostoria North has a lower-middle income population with a strong manufacturing presence and notable cultural diversity.
Manufacturing Hub — The neighborhood has one of the highest shares of manufacturing and laborer jobs in the U.S.
Cultural Diversity — German ancestry is prominent (36.7%), with significant Italian language use at home (7.2%).
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 58.9% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 39.7% |
Demographics
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 58.9% |
|---|---|
| German Ancestry | 36.7% |
| Italian Language Speakers | 7.2% |
| English Language Speakers | 97.4% |
Commute
Many residents have short commutes, with most driving alone and a significant share carpooling.
Fostoria North offers short commute times and typical car usage patterns for a rural neighborhood.
Short Commutes — A large share of residents commute under 15 minutes, among the shortest nationally.
Car Usage — Most drive alone, with a higher than average carpool rate reflecting community connections.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 39.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 75.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 19.5% |
Homes for sale near 44830
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Fostoria North?
The median home price is $115,856, less expensive than 85.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is the employment profile?
58.9% of working residents are employed in manufacturing or laborer occupations, one of the highest shares nationally.