Is Cincinnati, OH 45231 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Cincinnati is a seller’s market. With about 2.6 months of supply and 35% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Competition score61/ 100

More competitive than 64% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #236 of 489 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply2.6Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list34.5%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list99.4%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market50Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$156▲ +4.1% vs. last year

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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology