Downtown Lorain North, Lorain, OH
Is Downtown Lorain North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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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
$156,233
Average Rent
$1,443
Vacancy Rate
12.5%
Overview
Downtown Lorain North is a suburban neighborhood in Lorain, Ohio, with mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1940.
The median home price is $156,233 and average rent is $1,443, both below Ohio averages. The vacancy rate is relatively high at 12.5%, indicating many empty homes or apartments.
SuburbanHistoric HomesHigh Vacancy Rate
Quick Facts
| Drive Alone Commute | 84.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with many built before 1940 and some between 1940 and 1969.
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940 and some 1940-1969 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate suggests weak demand or unoccupied new housing.
Many residences are relatively historic, built before 1940.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a high concentration of divorcees and is rated highly for college student friendliness.
The mix of college students, safety, and walkability supports student life.
High divorcee concentration indicates a unique community demographic.
Sales and Service Jobs — 61.1% employed in sales and service occupations.
Manufacturing and Labor — 23.8% employed in manufacturing and laborer roles.
| Divorcee Concentration | Higher than 96.4% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| College Friendly Rank | Top 11.7% in Ohio |
Demographics
| Income Level | Low income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (95.2%)","Polish (8.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (14.5%)","German (13.3%)","Italian (6.7%)","Polish (6.6%)","Mexican (4.7%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone, with many commuting 15 to 30 minutes one way.
High drive-alone rate with some carpooling reflects typical suburban commuting.
Car Dependency — 84.0% drive alone to work.
Carpooling — 10.7% carpool with others.
| Drive Alone Rate | 84 |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 10.7 |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 44052
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Downtown Lorain North?
The median home price is $156,233, less expensive than 75.7% of Ohio neighborhoods.
What is notable about the neighborhood's demographics?
It has a high concentration of divorcees and a high child poverty rate of 33.6%.