W 21st St / Ashland Ave, OH
Is W 21st St / Ashland Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Lorain, OH - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe147
Medium134
Low207
Other367
213 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape59
Child involved58
Assault24
Other89
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, officers respond to a reported overnight theft from a vehicle on Vincent Avenue in Lorain, where an iPad was reportedly taken. | Vincent Ave, Lorain, OH 44055 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a request for a welfare check at a residence on Sunrise Drive after a wheelchair-bound resident reported that their dog had been barking at the front door for about 30 minutes. | Sunrise Dr, Amherst, OH 44001 | Welfare Check |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a home near East Derry Avenue and E St in Lorain, Ohio, for multiple carbon monoxide alarms. Residents were outside while firefighters investigated, reported zero initial readings, and continued checking the area. | E St, Lorain, OH 44052 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a welfare check at a hotel on Midway Boulevard for a 64-year-old woman with reported mental health issues. Family reported she may have an outstanding probation-related warrant and that she said she wants to die. | Midway Blvd, Elyria, OH 44035 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop at Grove Avenue and East 30th Street involving a reported 2004 Ford truck, with a possible license plate or identifier broadcast and a code update given over the radio. | E 30th St & Grove Ave, Lorain, OH 44055 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Broadway near West 21st Street involving a silver 2017 Ford registered in Lorain, with a license plate reported phonetically. A citation was expected to be issued. | W 21st St & Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units are dispatched for a possible emergency at a location near Anchor Drive in Sheffield Lake, Ohio. The dispatcher instructs the unit to remain at a designated area and gives routing information. | Anchor Dr, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call involving a nine year old child occurred near Homewood Drive with Eaton Township Fire Department responding. | Homewood Dr, Lorain, OH 44055 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch records show an apparent burglary alarm at an office and family room in a building on Baldock Crossing. One unit left the station toward the location while another unit nearby offered to handle the call, and the first unit was told to disregard. | Crossings Trail, Lorain, OH 44053 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a non-injury vehicle crash near Cooper Foster Park Road and Leavitt, with vehicles possibly pulled into a gas station and no hazards reported. | N Leavitt Rd & Cooper Foster Park Rd, Lorain, OH 44053 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$144,547
Average Rent
$689
Vacancy Rate
16.1%
Overview of W 21st St / Ashland Ave
W 21st St / Ashland Ave is an urban neighborhood in Lorain, Ohio, with a median home price of $144,547 and very affordable rents.
Vacancy rates are high at 16.1%, indicating many empty homes and apartments.
UrbanAffordable RentHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | 32.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing includes older single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969 and before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rates are high, and many homes are older, which may affect neighborhood stability.
Families and Lifestyle
The neighborhood faces challenges with high child poverty and single mother households.
Strong presence of sales and service jobs.
Significant executive and professional employment.
High poverty rates indicate social challenges.
Occupational Mix — 29.2% in sales and service, 27.5% in executive and professional, 26.7% in manufacturing.
| Child Poverty Rate | 80.1% |
|---|---|
| Single Mother Households | 32.0% |
Demographics and Culture
| Income Level | Low income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 80.1% |
| Top Languages | ["English (80.8%)","Spanish","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Puerto Rican (26.8%)","Polish (6.1%)","Mexican (5.6%)","German (5.3%)","Asian (4.0%)"] |
Commute Patterns
Commutes are moderate in length with a high rate of carpooling.
W 21st St / Ashland Ave has longer commutes and a very high carpool rate, reflecting urban travel patterns.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute 30 to 45 minutes.
High Carpooling — Carpooling rate is 26%, much higher than typical.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes (28.9%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 69.5 |
| Carpool Rate | 26 |
Homes for sale near 44052
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in W 21st St / Ashland Ave?
The vacancy rate is 16.1%, higher than 81.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How prevalent are single mother households?
32.0% of households are run by single mothers, higher than 99.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.