Ohio Housing Market Trends

Real-time market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-03-03

Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Ohio?

The Ohio housing market is showing balanced conditions.

home values have grown a moderate 3.4% year-over-year. there are currently 456 homes on the market.

Median Home Value

$234,035

Zillow Home Value Index

Year-over-Year

+3.4%

Home value change

5-Year Change

+38%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Zillow Observed Rent Index

Active Listings

456

Homes for sale

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Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Ohio vs. national average. ZHVI reflects the typical home value in the 35th-65th percentile range.

Rent Trends

Average rent in Ohio: $1,118/mo (+4.2% YoY)

Rent vs. Buy Analysis

With a median home value of $234,035 and average rent of $1,118/mo, the price-to-rent ratio in Ohio is 17.4. A ratio of 15-21 means it could go either way — run the numbers.

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