| Summary | National Percentile | Rank vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | 70th | Best |
| Demographics | 78th | Best |
| Amenities | 70th | Best |
Multifamily Valuation
| Property Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 5900 Fulton Dr NW, Canton, OH, 44718, US |
| Region / Metro | Canton |
| Year of Construction | 1978 |
| Units | 119 |
| Transaction Date | --- |
| Transaction Price | --- |
| Buyer | --- |
| Seller | --- |
5900 Fulton Dr NW, Canton OH Multifamily Investment
Neighborhood multifamily fundamentals signal steady renter demand and high occupancy, according to WDSuite’s CRE market data. The submarket’s stability and strong household incomes position this asset for durable tenant retention.
This suburban Canton location scores A+ at the neighborhood level and ranks 1st among 132 metro neighborhoods, indicating a top performer within the Canton–Massillon market. Neighborhood occupancy is strong at the neighborhood level and has trended upward in recent years, supporting income stability for multifamily assets nearby rather than the property specifically.
Daily-needs access is a strength: grocery availability and restaurant density sit in the top quartile nationally, and pharmacy access is even stronger. Parks are limited nearby, a minor amenity gap investors should note when positioning common areas and on-site recreation.
Schools average roughly 4 out of 5, competitive among Canton neighborhoods (ranked 9 of 132) and in the top quartile nationally. For family-oriented renters, that context can aid leasing velocity and renewal rates.
Within a 3-mile radius, demographics point to a larger and higher-income renter pool over time, with recent growth in households and families and projections for continued expansion by 2028. The area’s renter-occupied share is material, providing depth for multifamily demand, while elevated home values in the neighborhood context reinforce reliance on rental housing and can support pricing power.
The asset’s 1978 vintage is older than the neighborhood’s average construction year (1990). Investors should underwrite near- to medium-term capital needs and consider value-add upgrades to improve competitive positioning against newer stock.
Safety indicators are mixed when viewed locally versus nationally. On national benchmarks, this neighborhood scores well overall (violent and property offense metrics land in higher national percentiles, indicating comparatively safer conditions than many U.S. neighborhoods). Within the Canton metro, however, its crime rank sits closer to the higher-crime cohort (rank 15 out of 132), so it is not among the safest sub-areas locally.
Recent trends suggest property offenses have eased year over year, while estimated violent incidents show an uptick. For investors, this argues for standard security measures, lighting and access-control investments, and partnership with local patrols to support resident confidence and retention.
Nearby employers span insurance, manufacturing, food products, and utilities, offering a diversified employment base that supports renter demand and commute convenience for the neighborhood: Erie Insurance Group, Goodyear Tire & Rubber, J.M. Smucker, FirstEnergy, and International Paper Company.
- Erie Insurance Group — insurance (1.3 miles)
- Goodyear Tire & Rubber — tires & rubber manufacturing (14.0 miles) — HQ
- J.M. Smucker — food products (15.9 miles) — HQ
- FirstEnergy — utilities (16.0 miles) — HQ
- International Paper Company — paper & packaging (24.6 miles)
5900 Fulton Dr NW offers scale at 119 units in a top-ranked Canton neighborhood where occupancy remains elevated at the neighborhood level and household incomes are strong. Within a 3-mile radius, population and household growth indicate a widening renter base that supports leasing stability and renewal potential. Based on commercial real estate analysis from WDSuite, elevated home values locally help sustain reliance on rentals, while a modest rent-to-income profile supports retention.
The 1978 vintage suggests underwriting for capital improvements and potential value-add execution to sharpen competitiveness versus newer 1990s-era stock. Amenity access is favorable for daily needs, though limited park space and intra-metro safety positioning argue for thoughtful onsite amenities and security practices.
- High neighborhood occupancy and top-tier local ranking support income durability
- Expanding 3-mile renter base and strong household incomes aid demand depth
- Elevated home values reinforce rental reliance and pricing power
- Value-add potential from 1978 vintage through unit and systems upgrades
- Risks: limited nearby parks and below-median safety standing within the metro