Jacob Craig-Red 1 Realty

10/14/2026

https://www.flexmls.com/share/EjO1s/14978-Cohagen-Road,-Logan,-OH-43138

09/01/2026

🏡 SOUTHEAST OHIO REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE | SEPTEMBER 2026

Wondering what the housing market is doing around Southeast Ohio? Here’s the latest comparable county-level public market data currently available, covering the three-month period ending June 2026:

📍 FAIRFIELD COUNTY
🏠 Median Sale Price: $368,959
📈 Price Trend: +3.9% year over year
🔑 June Sales: 225, up from 200
⏱️ Median Days on Market: 40 days

📍 HOCKING COUNTY
🏠 Median Sale Price: $276,221
📉 Price Trend: -7.9% year over year
🔑 June Sales: 44, up from 29
⏱️ Median Days on Market: 51 days

📍 PERRY COUNTY
🏠 Median Sale Price: $296,663
📈 Price Trend: +16.8% year over year
🔑 June Sales: 31, down from 35
⏱️ Median Days on Market: 60 days

📍 ATHENS COUNTY
🏠 Median Sale Price: $277,966
📈 Price Trend: +16.8% year over year
🔑 June Sales: 38, down from 46
⏱️ Median Days on Market: 47 days

📊 WHAT DOES THIS MEAN LOCALLY?

The market isn’t moving exactly the same in every county—and that’s why looking beyond one headline number matters.

Fairfield County showed higher pricing and more closed sales, while Hocking County had a substantial jump in sales volume despite a lower median price. Perry and Athens posted sizable increases in their median prices, but both counties have relatively small numbers of monthly transactions. A handful of higher- or lower-priced sales can therefore move those percentages considerably, so they shouldn’t automatically be interpreted as a home’s appreciation rate.

Statewide, the market remains active too. Ohio REALTORS® reported 12,723 sales in July 2026, up 2.5% from July 2025, while the statewide median sales price reached $285,000, up 3.6%. Active listings were also up 3.5%, giving buyers somewhat more selection.

🏠 Thinking about selling—or just wondering what your home could be worth?

County averages are useful for seeing the bigger picture, but your home’s value comes down to your neighborhood, recent comparable sales, condition, acreage, updates and property type.

📲 Call or text me at 614-446-8679 and I’ll put together a personalized look at what’s happening around your property.

Jacob Craig
Elite Agent Team | Red 1 Realty
📞 614-446-8679

County figures above are public-market data based on Redfin calculations using MLS and/or public records; they are not a Red 1 Realty MLS production report, appraisal, or guarantee of property value.

View Ohio REALTORS statewide market report⁠

02/18/2026

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02/06/2026

12/03/2025

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12/03/2025

Check out this awesome cabin with acreage! Motivated seller! Call me today!
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10/01/2025

“Congress did not reach a debt ceiling agreement by midnight (last night) - a government shutdown has begun. Buyers - mortgage lending could be slowed depending on who you are using for financing.

Here's what it may mean for buyers:
Conventional (Fannie/Freddie) - No impact.
Ginnie Mae - Will continue issuing securities.
VA Loans - Still operational, but appraisals may take longer.
FHA Loans - Single-family loans can continue to close. Some condo approvals and staff responses may be delayed.
USDA Loans - No new commitments or guarantees will be issued during shutdown. Loans with existing commitments can still close, and USDA will guarantee them once operations resume.
Tax Transcripts - IRS expects to remain fully operational - no disruption anticipated.
Social Security Validation - No change - validations must still be received prior to closing.
Flood Insurance - NFIP may pause new or renewal policies. Private flood coverage is an option.
Borrowers with Federal Employment - If furloughed, income cannot be used for qualification until they return to work.
We'll continue to monitor the situation closely and keep you informed of any changes.”
~Kyle Dynes - Motto Mortgage 1

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me.

05/21/2025

Who of my followers has a family member looking for a home in the near future? I would love to gain a few new buyers or sellers!