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CINCINNATI, OH 45238

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Hamilton County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇩ 16.9% vs 89 last year
Pending
31
42% pending ratio
Median Price
$209,950
⇩ 6.7% vs $224,950 last year
Average Price
$259,522
⇧ 11.1% vs $233,611 last year
Days on Market
26
⇩ 50.9% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 47,154  ·  Density: 1,767.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,751

Typical home value: $155,452  ·  Homeownership: 58.5%

Market Analysis

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

The CINCINNATI, OH real estate market (45238) currently shows 74 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.7% year-over-year, from $224,950 to $209,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 89 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $209,950 (-6.7% YoY)
  • Average: $259,522 (+11.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 7.2 miles — 562 listings ($220,740,671 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
45238Cincinnati, OH 452380.0 mi74$19,204,628$209,950$259,522
45204Cincinnati, OH 452042.3 mi20$3,416,120$135,000$170,806
45211Cincinnati, OH 452113.4 mi76$18,707,932$239,999$246,157
45214Cincinnati, OH 452143.7 mi34$7,317,888$157,900$215,232
45203Cincinnati, OH 452034.2 mi6$3,057,960$524,900$509,660
41011Covington, KY 410115.1 mi79$38,586,760$345,000$488,440
41048Hebron, KY 410485.4 mi48$35,107,152$520,000$731,399
45220Cincinnati, OH 452205.5 mi13$6,849,700$399,500$526,900
45202Cincinnati, OH 452025.8 mi105$63,346,395$410,000$603,299
41014Covington, KY 410146.4 mi18$3,937,842$186,950$218,769
45239Cincinnati, OH 452396.8 mi65$16,070,860$235,000$247,244
45232Cincinnati, OH 452327.1 mi6$1,217,880$177,500$202,980
45217Cincinnati, OH 452177.2 mi18$3,919,554$229,999$217,753

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CINCINNATI, OH 45238?

As of January 2026, there are 74 active listings in CINCINNATI, OH (zip code 45238), compared to 89 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CINCINNATI, OH 45238?

The median listing price in CINCINNATI, OH 45238 is $209,950 as of January 2026, a 6.7% decrease from $224,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in CINCINNATI, OH 45238 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CINCINNATI, OH 45238?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CINCINNATI, OH 45238 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CINCINNATI, OH 45238 save an estimated $4,199 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $209,950. 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.