Rossford

Rossford, Ohio is conveniently located between Perrysburg and Toledo on the Maumee River and offers a range of entertainment and hotel accommodations. Toledo's Hollywood Casino in Rossford became a major attraction for the city after opening in 2012. Another highly regarded bonus is the Amazon fulfillment center, which was completed in 2020. The fulfillment center brought more than 1,000 jobs to the area and will generate nearly $600,000 per year for Rossford schools. Medical Mutual also relocated its Toledo office to Rossford in 2019, which also provided many jobs for Rossford residents.

Rossford is part of the "Glass City" history and industry of Toledo. The region played a significant role in the development of the glass manufacturing industry in the U.S., and Rossford benefited from this industrial boom. The community was founded by glass industryperson Edward Ford, who named the city Rossford by combining his last name with that of his wife, Caroline Ross. Rossford also has a long history with the railroad, as it was an important stop for trains moving through the region. The railroad was vital to the growth of the town and its industries, especially the glass manufacturing sector.

Despite its proximity to Toledo, Rossford maintains a quiet, safe, and friendly atmosphere. The town sits along the Maumee River, providing scenic views and access to river activities. This location makes it a great spot for boating and fishing, adding a distinctive element to the town's recreational offerings. There are several parks on or along the river, including Veterans' Memorial Park and Marina, Island View Park, and Beech Street Park. Among these parks and others in Rossford, you may find community tennis courts, hiking trails, playgrounds, dog-friendly areas, scenic views, and more.

Rossford School District currently ranks in the top 60% out of all of Ohio's school districts. The Rossford Schools are part of what brings this small community together. In addition to its public schools, the area has Penta Career Center, a public vocational high school and adult education center. Penta offers a wide range of programs and serves 16 nearby school districts.

Rossford residents also enjoy Bass Pro Shops, Camping World, the Crossroads Centre shopping area, and downtown's local shops and restaurants. The Crossroads Centre has anything a Rossford resident may need; clothing stores, big box stores like Target, home decor, and more. The downtown area is growing, with small businesses popping up.

Contrary to its small and quiet feel, Rossford knows how to host an event. Whether you want to attend a show, concert, or festival, there is always something to do in Rossford. One of these festivals is the Rossford Riverfest, which takes place each August. At the Riverfest you may find a variety of food trucks, live music, contests, and fireworks.

Rossford, OH has a population of with an average household income of $. When it comes to real estate occupancy specifics, approximately residents own their home and rent their home. As for the weather, the average summer high temperature is F and the yearly rainfall average is inches.

We invite you to explore the local real estate market in Rossford. There are currently residential listings on the market in Rossford with an average list price of homes for sale of $169K. Last month's average sold price was $170K. We have expert agents who know the real estate market in Rossford and are the professionals you need to help buy or sell your next property.