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AMHERST, OH 44001

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lorain County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 44001

Black River (Lorain) · Brownhelm · Camden Ridge · Downtown Amherst (Downtown) · Fairway · Martins Run (Martin's Run) · Vermilion Township (Vermillion Township) · West Lorain · Williamsburg

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The AMHERST, OH real estate market (44001) currently shows 60 active listings, with 37 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.1% year-over-year, from $362,400 to $322,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,982  ·  Density: 243.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,106

Typical home value: $201,100  ·  Homeownership: 86.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
60
⇩ 1.6% vs 61 last year
Pending
37
62% pending ratio
Median Price
$322,250
⇩ 11.1% vs $362,400 last year
Average Price
$331,952
⇩ 15.1% vs $390,770 last year
Days on Market
60
⇧ 53.8% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$145
⇩ 22.9% vs $188/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,183 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 60 this year vs 61 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $322,250 (-11.1% YoY)
  • Average: $331,952 (-15.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.5 miles — 667 listings ($262,667,189 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
44001Amherst, OH 440010.0 mi50$16,305,100$313,600$326,102
44074Oberlin, OH 440745.6 mi27$9,491,283$365,000$351,529
44035Elyria, OH 440356.7 mi156$36,896,184$234,900$236,514
44052Lorain, OH 440527.9 mi81$17,419,860$156,150$215,060
44889Wakeman, OH 4488910.5 mi14$6,907,572$375,000$493,398
44054Sheffield Lake, OH 4405410.9 mi29$8,681,527$246,950$299,363
44039North Ridgeville, OH 4403912.5 mi95$40,696,670$396,175$428,386
44011Avon, OH 4401113.7 mi44$26,418,876$567,175$600,429
44826Collins, OH 4482614.5 mi4$1,269,600$317,400$317,400
44839Huron, OH 4483915.4 mi49$25,786,985$317,450$526,265
44138Olmsted Falls, OH 4413817.5 mi32$9,066,112$247,725$283,316
44145Westlake, OH 4414518.1 mi79$60,270,680$566,225$762,920
44846Milan, OH 4484618.5 mi7$3,456,740$449,900$493,820

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in AMHERST, OH 44001?

As of April 2026, there are 60 active listings in AMHERST, OH (zip code 44001), compared to 61 the prior year.

What is the median home price in AMHERST, OH 44001?

The median listing price in AMHERST, OH 44001 is $322,250 as of April 2026, a 11.1% decrease from $362,400 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in AMHERST, OH?

Homes in AMHERST, OH 44001 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in AMHERST, OH 44001?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, AMHERST, OH 44001 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in AMHERST, OH?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in AMHERST, OH 44001 save an estimated $6,445 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $322,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.