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Homes for Sale in Strasburg & Bolivar, Ohio
Strasburg and Bolivar are the northern doorway to Tuscarawas County, both right off I-77 and about 20 minutes from Canton. If you want small-village living with an easy drive to Stark County, this is the part of the county to look at. Here’s my honest take.
LIVING IN NORTHERN TUSCARAWAS COUNTY
What It’s Like to Live in Strasburg & Bolivar
Strasburg is a village of about 2,700 people on the plain north of Sugar Creek. It was settled in 1828, and many of the early settlers came from Strasbourg, which is where the name comes from. It has its own school district and a small-town main street.
Bolivar is about 7 miles northeast, along the Tuscarawas River at the very northern tip of the county. It was laid out in 1830 when the Ohio & Erie Canal came through, and it’s home to Fort Laurens, the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War-era fort.
The two villages are in different school districts and have a different feel, so I put them on one page to help you compare. Both are popular with people who work in Canton or Dover and New Philadelphia.
Strasburg & Bolivar at a Glance
2,735
Strasburg residents
2020 Census count
1,000
Bolivar residents
2020 Census count
~20 min
Strasburg to Canton
About 20 miles via I-77
~15 min
Bolivar to Dover
About 12 miles via I-77
Population figures are 2020 Census counts from the U.S. Census Bureau. Drive times are approximate and depend on route, traffic, and weather.
Strasburg & Bolivar Market Snapshot
Latest numbers coming soon. Call Matthias for a free price check.
Call or text 740-610-8725 and I’ll pull current sales for the exact street or home you’re curious about.
For county-wide numbers, see my Tuscarawas Market Update.
Neighborhoods and Housing in Strasburg & Bolivar
Both villages have older homes close to the center, many with front porches, plus ranches and some newer construction on the edges. Bolivar’s Canal Street has refurbished older buildings, and both villages sit close to farmland, so country property and acreage are never far away.
Bolivar sits along the Tuscarawas River and Strasburg is near Sugar Creek, so check the flood map on lower-lying parcels.
Village homes
Older two-story homes and porches near the center of each village. Great character; plan your inspection around the age of the house.
Ranches and newer builds
One-floor living and newer subdivisions on the edges of town. With the quick drive to Canton, these tend to see steady interest.
Country and farm property
Land in Franklin, Lawrence, and nearby townships. Check well and septic, zoning for outbuildings or animals, and whether the CAUV farm tax rate applies.
Schools and Getting Around
Schools
Strasburg is served by Strasburg-Franklin Local Schools. Bolivar is served by Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools (Tusky Valley), with its campus in nearby Zoarville.
Because two districts meet in this corner of the county, two homes a few miles apart can be in different districts.
District lines don’t always match the mailing address, so if schools matter to you, confirm the district for the exact property before you buy.
Commute and distances
Strasburg has its own I-77 interchange at U.S. 250 (Exit 87), and Bolivar sits at Exit 93 (State Route 212). Canton is about 20 minutes from Strasburg and less than 20 from Bolivar.
Dover and New Philadelphia are about 10 to 15 minutes south. Akron is roughly 45 to 50 minutes north.
Local Highlights
Spots in and around Strasburg and Bolivar I send visitors to:
Fort Laurens
Built in 1778, Fort Laurens in Bolivar is the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War-era fort, with a museum and the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot. Plan a visit.
Lynn Auto Theatre
Just northwest of Strasburg, the Lynn opened in 1937 and calls itself the oldest drive-in theatre in Ohio. Summer movie nights here are a local tradition.
Zoar and the Towpath
Historic Zoar Village is about 3.5 miles from Fort Laurens, and the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail connects them for walking and biking.
Buyer Tips for Strasburg & Bolivar
Confirm the school district
Two districts meet in this corner of the county. Check the district for the exact parcel, not just the mailing address.
Check the flood map
Homes near the Tuscarawas River or Sugar Creek can be in a flood zone, which affects insurance. Look before you offer.
Ask about CAUV and outbuildings
On farm property, ask whether the land is on the CAUV tax program and what changes if you buy it. Inspect barns and outbuildings too.
Before you write an offer, read Top Homebuyer Mistakes in Ohio (and How to Avoid Them) and my Complete Guide to Buying a Home in Tuscarawas & Coshocton Counties. Thinking of selling instead? Grab my free home seller’s guide.
Strasburg & Bolivar Home Buying FAQ
Where are Strasburg and Bolivar, Ohio?
Both villages are in northern Tuscarawas County along I-77. Strasburg is at Exit 87 (U.S. 250) and Bolivar is at Exit 93 (State Route 212), about 7 miles apart.
How many people live in Strasburg and Bolivar?
The 2020 Census counted 2,735 residents in Strasburg and 1,000 in Bolivar.
What school districts serve Strasburg and Bolivar?
Strasburg is served by Strasburg-Franklin Local Schools, and Bolivar by Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools. Confirm the district for any specific address.
How far is Strasburg from Canton?
About 20 minutes by car on I-77. Bolivar is a little closer.
What are homes selling for in Strasburg and Bolivar?
Prices change with the market, so call or text Matthias Sterzer at 740-610-8725 for a free, current price check.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Strasburg or Bolivar?
Call or text Matthias Sterzer with Kaufman Realty & Auctions at 740-610-8725. Our office is in New Philadelphia, about 15 minutes south.
Keep Reading
See also: Dover homes for sale · Sugarcreek homes for sale · New Philadelphia homes for sale · All Tuscarawas County towns
Looking at Homes in Strasburg & Bolivar?
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Photo credits: Homes in Strasburg: Ser Amantio di Nicolao, CC BY 3.0; Fort Laurens: Roseohioresident, Public domain; Canal Tavern, Zoar: Zoarite, CC BY-SA 3.0. Wikimedia Commons photos cropped and resized. All other photos are from The German Realtor Team’s own media library.