Eviction in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance), Ohio
Where eviction cases are filed in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.
Quick facts: eviction in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance)
- Eviction court
- Canton, Massillon and Alliance Municipal Courts (by location of the rental) — Municipal court Court page
- Notice before filing (state law)
- 3-day written notice to leave the premises before filing an eviction (forcible entry and detainer) action. The residential notice must conspicuously state: "You are being asked to leave the premises. If you do not leave, an eviction action may be initiated against you. If you are in doubt regarding your legal rights and obligations as a tenant, it is recommended that you seek legal assistance." Ohio rules
- HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
- $1,086/month HUD
- Renter households
- 47,991 (31% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024
Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23
Where eviction cases are filed in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance)
Eviction cases in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance) are heard by the Canton, Massillon and Alliance Municipal Courts (by location of the rental) (Municipal court).
- Canton Municipal Court — 218 Cleveland Ave SW, Canton, OH 44702 · website
- Massillon Municipal Court — 2 James Duncan Plaza, Massillon, OH 44646; general (330) 830-1730, Civil Division (330) 830-1731 · website
The Stark County Clerk of Courts says evictions are filed at the municipal court with jurisdiction over the area where the rental property is located: Alliance, Canton, or Massillon Municipal Court.
How eviction cases work locally
| Massillon Municipal Court: writ of restitution | According to the Massillon Municipal Court, after an eviction judgment a writ of restitution is issued; the tenant has 24 hours from receiving the writ, after which the landlord may request a set-out by the court bailiff. Source: Official source |
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The Ohio eviction process
Ohio state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance):
- Serve 3-day notice to leave the premises (§ 1923.04), after any required 30-day lease-violation or termination notice
- File forcible entry and detainer complaint in municipal or county court (§ 1923.01)
- Clerk serves summons by ordinary mail plus personal service/posting or certified mail at least 7 days before trial (§ 1923.06)
- Hearing no sooner than the 7th day after service is complete; judgment for restitution of premises
- Writ of execution issued; officer must execute within 10 days of receiving it (§ 1923.14)
- Removal by sheriff, police officer, constable or bailiff
Full Ohio eviction rules with sources →
Rent in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance)
HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Canton-Massillon, OH MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):
| Studio | $749 |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $846 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,086 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,371 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,451 |
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation
Median gross rent in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance): $909/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
County tenant ordinance
No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city rules (if any) are covered on city pages.
Eviction help in Stark County (Canton, Massillon, Alliance)
Free legal help
- Community Legal Aid — Free civil legal help for qualifying low-income residents; Stark County is in its service area, with a staffed Canton office at 401 Market Avenue N., Suite 103 (330-535-4191). HelpLine 800-998-9454.
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Frequently asked questions
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General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.