Living in Howland, Ohio / relocation guide
Howland A family-friendly suburb north of Warren with a strong local district.
Howland is a settled suburban community just north of Warren, known for quiet, tree-lined streets and the Howland Local School District, consistently rated one of the strongest in Trumbull County. Most homes are owner-occupied, Howland Township Park anchors the daily rhythm, and the East Market Street corridor puts dining and shopping minutes away. Families and empty nesters alike choose Howland for the conveniences of the valley with a closer-knit, neighborly feel.
01 / In one line
Howland pairs one of Trumbull County's strongest school districts with quiet, tree-lined streets, big lots, and an easy 25-minute drive to downtown Youngstown.
02 / Market snapshot, dated
The numbers, dated and straight.
Median home price
~$240K
Redfin, 44484 ZIP, recent month 2026
Population
~18,900
2025-26 township estimates
Days on market
~60-70 days
Redfin, recent months 2026
What's new in Howland
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The Howland Library expansion is underway, adding a children's room, study rooms, and a teen area, with reopening planned for early 2027.
began July 2026 Source
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The SR 46 / SR 82 diverging diamond interchange continues construction through 2026, with more ODOT turn-lane and signal work on township roads.
2026 Source
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Fiber-optic internet installation is rolling out across the township.
2026 Source
Figures are approximate snapshots from public market trackers and news reports, labeled with their dates, and change month to month. Verify against current listings and the county auditor before making decisions.
03 / Commute reality
Drive times, off-peak and peak.
Approximate city-center to city-center figures for a typical weekday, from routing services and local driving reality. Peak-hour notes assume the 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. windows.
| Destination | Distance | Off-peak drive | Peak-hour reality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Warren | ~4-6 mi | 10-15 min | Quick hop via East Market Street |
| Downtown Youngstown | ~16-20 mi | 25-30 min | Route 46 to I-680; add about 10 minutes at rush |
| Cleveland | ~60-65 mi | 70-80 min | Via SR-11 and I-80; 90 minutes in evening rush |
| Akron | ~45 mi | 55-65 min | SR-82 west; add about 15 minutes at peak (approx.) |
04 / How the five towns compare
Where Howland fits in the valley.
The five full "Living in" guides side by side: price, taxes, schools and character, and the buyer each town best fits. Your row is highlighted.
| Town | Median price | Tax situation | Schools / character | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren | ~$115K-$135K | Trumbull County, ~1.3-1.6% effective | Warren City Schools; historic riverfront county seat | First-time buyers, investors, and history lovers at the lowest price point |
| Howland You are here | ~$240K | Trumbull County, ~1.3-1.6% effective | Howland Local Schools, top tier in Trumbull per Niche | Growing families who want space plus a strong district |
| Niles | ~$136K-$148K | Trumbull County, ~1.3-1.6% effective | Niles City Schools; walkable McKinley heritage downtown | Budget-conscious buyers who want walkable history |
| Boardman | ~$195K-$210K | Mahoning County, ~1.3-1.6% effective | Boardman Local Schools, A rated per Niche | Families who want every convenience and highways on tap |
| Canfield | ~$307K-$314K | Mahoning County, ~1.3-1.6% effective | Canfield Local Schools, #1 in the Youngstown area per Niche | Buyers prioritizing top schools and the strongest resale |
Median prices are approximate snapshots dated within each town's own guide. Effective tax rates are county-level medians of recent data; exact millage varies by address and district.
05 / Quick facts
The essentials, at a glance.
- County
- Trumbull County
- Schools
- Howland Local Schools
- Character
- Family-friendly, mostly owner-occupied
- Parks
- Howland Township Park
- Access
- Route 46; minutes to Warren, Niles, Youngstown
06 / Why families choose Howland
What daily life feels like.
- Howland Local Schools, a B+ rated district and top tier in Trumbull County per Niche
- Big lots and quiet streets with a true neighborhood feel
- East Market Street dining and shopping right around the corner
- Short drives to Warren, Niles, and the Route 11 corridor
07 / Neighborhoods within Howland
The districts locals actually name.
Where the character changes street to street, and what each pocket is best known for when buyers and sellers talk.
01
Howland Center
The township's main built-up community, wrapping the school campus and the East Market Street corridor.
02
Avalon Estates & Avalon Lakes
Homes clustered around the Avalon Golf & Country Club, Howland's signature resort-style community.
03
Misty Woods
One of Howland's most desired pockets, centered near Muirfield Drive.
04
The Legends
Courtyard condominium homes off Hogan and Nicklaus drives, popular with downsizers.
05
Country Club Estates
Established homes along Country Club Drive near the Trumbull Country Club.
08 / Straight answers
The questions buyers type into Google.
How good are Howland's schools?
Howland Local Schools is consistently rated a top-tier Trumbull County district, around B+ per Niche, and is the reason many families move to the township at all. The buildings sit close to the neighborhoods they serve, and the district anchors local life from youth sports to community events.
What is the housing market like in Howland?
Redfin put the 44484 ZIP's median sale price around $240,000 in recent 2026 data, with most homes on the market about 60-70 days; Howland Center's median ran a bit higher. Expect well-maintained, mostly owner-occupied homes on good-sized lots.
What neighborhoods should I look at in Howland?
Start with Avalon Estates and Avalon Lakes for resort-style living, Misty Woods for quiet streets, The Legends for maintenance-free condos, and Howland Center for closeness to the school campus and East Market Street dining.
How far is Howland from Youngstown and Cleveland?
Downtown Warren is 10-15 minutes, downtown Youngstown about 25-30 minutes, and Cleveland roughly 70-80 minutes off-peak via SR-11 and I-80.
Are Howland property taxes high?
Howland sits in Trumbull County, where a typical owner pays roughly 1.3-1.6 percent effective property tax. A strong school district brings millage with it, so ask the county auditor for the exact figure on a specific house before making an offer.
Is Howland a good fit for a growing family?
Between the school district, township parks, the library expansion now underway, and owner-occupied streets, Howland is the classic Trumbull County answer for families who want space plus schools without leaving the valley.
09 / Local favorites
Where the people of Howland actually go.
Restaurants, parks, community and health resources, and coffee shops, curated from live research and local knowledge.
Restaurants
Franks Cafe
Family-run diner-style kitchen on Niles-Cortland Road, a neighborhood staple.
Salvatore's Italian Grill
Italian kitchen on East Market Street, popular for dinners out.
Leo's Ristorante
Italian dining on East Market Street with a strong local reputation.
Howland Pizza Works
The local pizza stop on East Market Street.
Parks & outdoor
Community & health
Howland Library
The Warren-Trumbull library's Howland branch is mid-expansion, adding children's and teen spaces.
Trumbull County Combined Health District
The county's public health agency, serving all Trumbull County communities.
Trumbull County Mental Health & Recovery Board
Countywide mental health, addiction, and recovery services based just south of Howland.
Business listings shown for convenience only; visit each spot's website for current hours and offerings.
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