Happy New Year! Cincinnati Real Estate Market Outlook for 2026

• The overall pending ratio stands at 56%, indicating strong buyer activity relative to available inventory.
• The average days on market for active listings is 85 days, while sold properties averaged 27 days on the market—showing that well-priced homes are moving quickly once under contract.

• The average list price for active homes is $424,125, while pending homes average $381,226.
• The average sold price over the last 6 months is $369,716, with homes selling at 98.6% of their final list price—demonstrating minimal negotiation room and sustained buyer competition.

• Months’ supply of inventory is 1.6, which is well below the 4-6 months considered a balanced market. This points to a continued seller’s market, with low inventory and strong demand.
• The market has seen an average of 1,693 closings per month over the past six months, showing steady transactional volume.

• The $200k–$500k segment (the largest by volume) has a pending ratio of 56%, average DOM of 72 (active) and 25 (sold), and homes are selling at 97.4% of final list price.
• The entry-level segment (under $200k) is the most competitive, with a pending ratio of 75% and the lowest months’ supply (1.4), making it highly favorable for sellers.
• The luxury segment ($500k+) has a lower pending ratio (43%) and higher months’ supply (2.0+), indicating more choices for buyers, though still not a true buyer’s market.

• For Sellers: With low inventory and homes selling close to list price, it’s a prime time to list, especially in the entry and mid-range segments.
• For Buyers: Be prepared for competition, especially under $500k. Quick decisions and strong offers are key. There may be more negotiation room in the upper price brackets.

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