Neighborhood in Oberlin, OH
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe31
Medium20
Low50
Other108
11 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved5
Assault0
Other5
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 responders are managing a medical situation involving a 68-year-old male experiencing difficulty breathing at an apartment near South Park Street. | S Park St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible perimeter burglary alarm at Oberlin High School on Park Meadow Drive. Keyholders are being contacted. | N Pleasant St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported noise complaint with loud music and bass at a residence near Maple Street. Dispatch noted prior noise complaints at this location and possible officer-safety concerns involving drug and alcohol use and weapons inside the home, and requested an additional unit to assist. | Maple St, South Amherst, OH 44001 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a mutual aid request for the Oberlin Fire Department, with another department sending an engine to cover a station during a possible fire incident. | S Main St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers coordinated a mutual aid request for an engine to cover the Oakland fire station after one department was unable to respond. Additional agencies, including Carlisle and South Amherst, were contacted to provide station coverage. Radio traffic also mentioned a separate possible burglary at a house where gas pipes appeared to be stripped and police were en route. | Oakland St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries near South Park Street in Oberlin. A white Jeep Patriot with a temporary tag was described as being driven by its owner. | S Park St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, first responders requested to a possible fall with shoulder injury to a 69-year-old woman near Vermilion Road in Henrietta Township. | Vermilion Rd, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were requested for a fall involving a female child with a shoulder injury near Vermilion Road. | Vermilion Rd, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders were dispatched to a possible fall involving a female patient with a shoulder injury near Vermilion Road in Florence Township. The patient's age is reported as adult. The incident may involve a fall injury. | Vermilion Rd, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Groveland Street for a male with low blood pressure. | Groveland St, Oberlin, OH 44074 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$312,084
Average Rent
$1,808
Vacancy Rate
10.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Oberlin City Center is a rural neighborhood in Oberlin, Ohio, with a median home price of $312,084 and average rent of $1,808. Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940.
The neighborhood has a 10.6% vacancy rate, above average nationally. It is highly popular with college students, with over half the population attending college, and offers excellent walkability and bike commuting options.
RuralCollege-FocusedWalkable
Quick Facts
| College Enrollment | 52.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartments |
|---|---|
| Built Before 1940 | Many residences |
| Owner vs Renter | Mixed occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes built before 1940 offer historic character.
Vacancy rate above average, indicating some empty properties.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is college-focused with a high share of executive and professional workers and a moderate childhood poverty rate.
College Community — Popular with college students, offering walkability and safety.
| College Enrollment | 52.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 46.2% |
| Children Below Poverty Line | 12.3% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Middle income |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 46.2% |
| Top Languages | ["English (88.3%)","Spanish","Chinese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (15.8%)","German (15.6%)","Irish (13.6%)","Italian (5.5%)","Polish (5.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have very short commutes, with a large share walking or biking to work.
Oberlin City Center offers very short commutes with exceptional walk and bike to work rates.
Walkable — Over a third walk to work daily.
Bike Friendly — Bike commuting is among the highest nationally.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute under 15 minutes.
| Walk to Work | 38.4% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 37.2% |
| Carpool | 6.6% |
| Bike to Work | 3.0% |
| Most Common Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 44074
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Oberlin City Center?
The median home price is $312,084.
How many residents attend college?
52.7% of residents are currently enrolled in college.
What are common commute methods?
Walking (38.4%), driving alone (37.2%), carpooling (6.6%), and biking (3.0%).