Rittman South, OH

Is Rittman South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe59

Medium65

Low84

Other392

40 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape4

Child involved14

Assault5

Other19

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 medical services responding to a possible breathing difficulty incident involving a 39-year-old female near Akron Road. The patient has a history of asthma and Sterling squad has been requested.	Akron Rd, Rittman, OH 44270	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Akron Road for a 39-year-old female with breathing difficulty and a history of asthma. Sterling squad personnel were requested.	Akron Rd, Rittman, OH 44270	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported alarm near Spruce Street in Sterling. Multiple engines, a battalion chief, and a ladder truck arrived and reported an alarm strobe activated but nothing visible from the outside while they investigated.	Spruce St, Sterling, OH 44276	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a medical issue involving a 75-year-old man near Portage Street. The man was unable to urinate and medic units were dispatched to the scene.	Portage St, Doylestown, OH 44230	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance at a residence on North Seneca Street, where a 23-year-old man was reportedly becoming aggressive and throwing items while other people were inside.	N Seneca St, Rittman, OH 44270	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a residence near North Seneca Street for a reported disturbance. A caretaker reported that a 23-year-old man was becoming aggressive and throwing items, with other residents also present inside the home.	N Seneca St, Rittman, OH 44270	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a 69-year-old female with flu-like symptoms near Easton Road. Responders were instructed to use the back door.	Easton Rd, Rittman, OH 44270	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a home near Black Drive in Doylestown for an elderly man who was unresponsive, with CPR reportedly in progress.	Black Dr, Doylestown, OH 44230	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible case of animal neglect near Main Street, describing a dog chained to a tree without water at a nearby green house.	Main St, Wadsworth, OH 44281	Other Incidents
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible phone harassment at a residence on Jackson Street, Unit B, and then advised responding units to disregard after determining it fell under county jurisdiction.	Jackson St B, Doylestown, OH 44230	Disturbance

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Median Home Price

$149,734

Average Rent

$1,231

Vacancy Rate

14.3%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Rittman South is a rural neighborhood in Ohio with a median home price of $149,734, making it more affordable than most of the state.

The area has a high vacancy rate of 14.3%, indicating many empty homes, and a linguistically diverse population with a notable Italian-speaking community.

Affordable HousingRuralLinguistically Diverse

Quick Facts

Italian Speakers	6.6%

Housing market and real estate character

Rittman South's housing includes mostly small to medium single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940 or between 1970 and 1999.

Housing Age	Many homes built before 1940 and some between 1970-1999
Housing Type Mix	Small to medium single-family homes and small apartments
Owner vs Renter Mix	Mixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

Median home price is below most Ohio neighborhoods, offering value.

Many homes are vacant year-round, which may affect neighborhood dynamics.

Families & Lifestyle

Rittman South offers a diverse occupational mix and a community with a lower-middle income profile.

The neighborhood supports a mix of blue- and white-collar jobs, reflecting a diverse workforce.

Lower income levels and high vacancy may influence community character.

Working-Class & Clerical Mix — Employment is concentrated in manufacturing, clerical, and sales/service roles.

Manufacturing & Laborer Employment	39.6%
Clerical & Tech Support Employment	21.5%
Income Level	Lower-middle income

Demographics

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate	4.4%
Hungarian Ancestry	3.7%
Swiss Ancestry	2.2%
Italian Speakers	6.6%
Top Ancestries	German (25.8%), English (10.4%), Irish (9.7%), Italian (6.4%), Polish (4.4%)