Market Intelligence & Demographics

The Antwerp
Advantage

Data-driven fundamentals that derisk investment and prove market demand for builders, multi-family investors, and national site selectors alike.

Section 1 · Economic Fundamentals

Proven Demographic Metrics

Paulding County's economic profile shows strong household spending power, a highly stable labor base, and affordable market-entry conditions that reduce development risk across all product types.

$67,731

Median Household Income

Paulding County

80.1%

Homeownership Rate

Paulding County

$140,800

Median Home Value

Owner-occupied homes

24 min

Average Commute

Paulding County workers

Strong Household Economics

A solid county median household income of $71,575 with an average household income reaching $87,947. The Antwerp-specific median sits near $76,500 — delivering solid per-household spending capacity for both retail and rental investment.

Seller's Market Conditions

At just 1.85 months of housing supply — down approximately 43% year over year — builders entering Antwerp Square face virtually no competing new-construction inventory. Homes sell in a median of just 36 days.

Highly Stable Labor Pool

Driven by a powerhouse regional manufacturing sector employing 2,975 workers, backed by strong healthcare (1,248) and education (602) sectors. With First Quality Tissue adding 400+ jobs 20 minutes away, this base is actively expanding.

Affordable Market Entry

A county median home value of $165,540 ensures highly attractive, affordable entry points for new construction. The Antwerp-specific median of $184,820 — already up 8.6% in 12 months — shows rising values ahead of supply.

High Homeownership Value

Dominated by stable, close-knit consumer segments — "Heartland Communities" and "Salt of the Earth" — representing over 78% of local households, with homeownership rates between 71.5% and 85.5%.

Nearly $1B Nearby Investment

First Quality Tissue's $984M plant, A Packaging Group's $25M expansion, and Tessenderlo Kerley's new plant represent nearly $1 billion in regional economic activation — all within 20 minutes of Antwerp Square.

Market & demographic data: Realtors Property Resource (RPR), Nov. 2025. County income data: Paulding County Economic Development.

Section 2 · Quality of Life

Why Workers & Families
Choose to Stay & Thrive

Quality of life is the consumer draw — the reason incoming manufacturing workers choose Antwerp over a longer commute from a larger city. These assets are what keep residents, and keep your tenants occupied.

Natural Assets

Nestled along the Maumee River, Antwerp offers a peaceful, affordable lifestyle with a strong sense of community. The river also serves as a regional destination for paddling and kayaking.

Active Recreation

Home to the 10-acre Riverside Park featuring public kayak and canoe launches, scenic walking trails, and the lighted Greenway Park tennis and pickleball courts, offering year-round recreation for residents and visitors alike.

Vibrant Local Culture

A welcoming downtown featuring local favorites like Oasis Bar & Grill, indoor golf simulators, and the beloved annual Antwerp Days festival reflecting the charm and pride of a close-knit community.

Aerial view of Antwerp farmland and the 94-acre site
Aerial view of Antwerp fields with school track and buildings
Aerial view of the Antwerp corridor site and surrounding community

The Diamond of Northwest Ohio

Antwerp's identity as a riverfront community with genuine small-town character is not a marketing tagline, it is the lived experience that drives residential retention and commercial foot traffic.

Consumer Intelligence

Who Lives Here — and Why It Matters

"Heartland Communities"

~42%
85.5% homeownership

Established, family-oriented households in small towns and rural areas. Strong preference for single-family ownership, high brand loyalty, and high spending on home improvement and family experiences.

"Salt of the Earth"

~36%
71.5% homeownership

Working-class rural households with stable employment and strong community ties. Core target for attainable single-family and quality rental product. Responds to value, reliability, and local business relationships.

Combined: 78%+ of local households

These two stable, homeownership-oriented segments represent the primary residential buyer and renter pool for Antwerp Square, a deeply predictable, low-churn customer base for both builders and investors.