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CINCINNATI, OH 45242

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
72
⇩ 15.3% vs 85 last year
Pending
31
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$745,000
⇩ 17.6% vs $904,175 last year
Average Price
$794,078
⇩ 20.1% vs $994,390 last year
Days on Market
81
⇩ 35.7% vs 126 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,990  ·  Density: 626.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $114,801

Typical home value: $389,295  ·  Homeownership: 77.4%

Market Analysis

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

The CINCINNATI, OH real estate market (45242) currently shows 72 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 126 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17.6% year-over-year, from $904,175 to $745,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 72 this year vs 85 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 126 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $745,000 (-17.6% YoY)
  • Average: $794,078 (-20.1% 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 9.3 miles — 745 listings ($454,321,942 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
45242Cincinnati, OH 452420.0 mi72$57,173,616$745,000$794,078
45236Cincinnati, OH 452363.2 mi41$16,117,879$340,000$393,119
45243Cincinnati, OH 452434.2 mi45$69,837,930$1,247,000$1,551,954
45215Cincinnati, OH 452155.7 mi47$18,850,431$260,000$401,073
45237Cincinnati, OH 452376.2 mi47$13,613,315$225,000$289,645
45227Cincinnati, OH 452276.4 mi57$30,691,764$469,000$538,452
45209Cincinnati, OH 452097.3 mi61$49,746,598$679,000$815,518
45069West Chester, OH 450697.4 mi104$48,951,968$475,000$470,692
45040Mason, OH 450407.8 mi131$84,485,568$519,000$644,928
45208Cincinnati, OH 452088.6 mi51$34,169,643$499,000$669,993
45244Cincinnati, OH 452448.7 mi34$13,668,340$307,450$402,010
45217Cincinnati, OH 452179.2 mi18$3,919,554$229,999$217,753
45207Cincinnati, OH 452079.3 mi37$13,095,336$329,900$353,928

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CINCINNATI, OH 45242?

As of January 2026, there are 72 active listings in CINCINNATI, OH (zip code 45242), compared to 85 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CINCINNATI, OH 45242?

The median listing price in CINCINNATI, OH 45242 is $745,000 as of January 2026, a 17.6% decrease from $904,175 the prior year.

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

Homes in CINCINNATI, OH 45242 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 126 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CINCINNATI, OH 45242?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CINCINNATI, OH 45242 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 126 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 45242 save an estimated $14,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $745,000. 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.