The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 44026 sells for about $411,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are down 4.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $909 a month.
ZIP 44026 — Chesterland
The 44026 housing market remains competitive with a median price of $411,000, reflecting a slight year-over-year cooling of 4.2%. Low inventory levels continue to support pricing, though buyers are increasingly selective. The market is driven by demand for suburban space and high-quality school districts.
This ZIP is best suited for families and professionals seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with access to high-quality schools and larger lot sizes, while remaining within commuting distance of Cleveland.
Median prices moved down 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 7.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 44026, Geauga County OH
Chesterland generally reports low crime rates, consistently ranking as one of the safer communities in the Geauga County region.
The West Geauga Local School District serves the area and is generally characterized by high academic performance and strong community support.
The area faces typical Midwestern climate risks, including occasional severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with low overall exposure to major natural disasters.
The area maintains a stable, semi-rural economic profile with limited large-scale commercial development, focusing instead on preserving its residential character.
Property taxes are levied by the Geauga County jurisdiction, with rates determined by local school district levies and township assessments.
Residents primarily commute by car to the Cleveland metropolitan area, with typical drive times ranging from 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features access to the Geauga Park District trails, local golf courses, and small-scale retail centers within the Chesterland village core.
The rental market is limited in depth due to the predominantly single-family housing stock, with low vacancy pressure and minimal short-term rental activity.
The local economy is driven by small businesses, professional services, and proximity to the broader Cleveland-Akron industrial and healthcare employment hubs.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with major access provided by state routes connecting to the regional highway network.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to maintain the area's rural aesthetic, with no major high-density projects currently in the pipeline.
The Geauga County Auditor manages property assessments, with reappraisals occurring on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to West Geauga Local School District taxes and various township-specific levies for fire and emergency services.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk profile for major natural disasters.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 44026 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community park space.
Features unique geological formations and hiking trails.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).