White Cottage, Zanesville, OH
Is White Cottage a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2
Medium10
Low19
Other51
6 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape0
Child involved2
Assault0
Other4
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, a deputy was dispatched to a possible animal-related complaint near Buttermilk Road in Blue Rock, Ohio. | Buttermilk Rd, Blue Rock, OH 43720 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Sealover Hollow Road for a female who pressed her medical alarm and reported her pill machine was giving incorrect pills. | Sealover Hollow Rd, Philo, OH 43771 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is coordinating a possible medical transport for an 84-year-old man with abnormal lab results from a facility on Harrison Drive, including details about his room, bed, and oxygen level. | Harrison St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an 84-year-old male is being transported to St. Joe hospital on Harrison Street for medical care involving a critical lab value. | Harrison St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on a woman at a residence on North Street after reports that she allegedly made several threats on Facebook. | North St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers from units 2 and 6 were sent to check on a woman at a residence on North Street after a caller reported she allegedly made multiple threats on Facebook. | North St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical lift-assist call occurred near Virginia Ridge Road. Units were on scene and additional help was requested for a lift assist. A unit was en route to the location. | Virginia Ridge Rd, Philo, OH 43771 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a request for a lift assist near Virginia Ridge Road. Additional help was requested and a unit was en route to the location. | Virginia Ridge Rd, Philo, OH 43771 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female around 64 years old apparently fell and needs lift assist near Virginia Ridge Road. | Virginia Ridge Rd, Philo, OH 43771 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 78-year-old female with a knee injury after a fall at night near Maple Street in Duncan Falls. | Maple St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$201,166
Average Rent
$1,478
Vacancy Rate
10.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
White Cottage is a rural neighborhood in Zanesville, Ohio, with a median home price of $201,166, less expensive than most Ohio neighborhoods.
Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
Vacancy rates are higher than average at 10.5%, indicating some availability or weaker demand.
RuralEstablished HomesHigher VacancyMobile Homes
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
White Cottage's housing is mostly owner-occupied, with a notable share of mobile homes and residences built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Most built 1970-1999 |
| Mobile Homes | Significant share |
What buyers will notice right away
36.0% of occupied housing are mobile homes, a distinctive feature of this neighborhood.
Vacancy rate is above average, suggesting more available housing or weaker demand.
Families & Lifestyle
White Cottage is a lower-middle income neighborhood with a moderate child poverty rate and diverse occupations.
Moderate child poverty supports family stability.
Diverse employment sectors shape the community character.
Rural Lifestyle — The neighborhood offers a rural setting with a mix of housing types including mobile homes.
| Child Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 31.6% |
Demographics
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 31.6% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 30.4% |
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| English Speakers | 99.5% |
| Italian Speakers | 3.0% |
| Czechoslovakian Ancestry | 0.5% |
| German Ancestry | 14.3% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work with typical commutes under 30 minutes.
White Cottage residents rely heavily on solo driving with short commutes, reflecting rural car dependency.
High Solo Driving — 92.5% drive alone, higher than nearly all U.S. neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 92.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in White Cottage?
The median home price is $201,166, less expensive than 62.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How common are mobile homes?
36.0% of occupied housing are mobile homes, more than 97.0% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the typical commute like?
Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, with 92.5% driving alone.