Market Overview
Metro Population:
2.2 M
Median Household Income:
$56,826
Unemployment Rate:
4.7%
Median Home Price*:
$112,000
Median Monthly Rent*:
$1,035
Estimated Monthly Cash Flow:
$996
Located on the northern banks of the Licking and Ohio River junction, Cincinnati is the third-largest city in Ohio and the 65th-largest city in the United States. Cincinnati was also the first major American city founded after the American Revolution, which is why it is sometimes thought of as the first purely “American” city. It was one of Winston Churchill’s favorite U.S. cities. He called it, “…the most beautiful of the inland cities of the union.”
In recent years, Cincinnati has become a popular destination for new and relocating corporate headquarters, including 10 Fortune 500 companies and 17 Fortune 1000 companies. Some of the more well known of these companies include: Procter & Gamble, The Kroger Company, Macy’s, Inc., and General Electric. Today, the Cincinnati metro area is recognized as one of the nation’s 25 fastest developing regions (according to the Brookings Institution) with a Gross Metro Product of $119 Billion.
Today, the Cincinnati metro area is recognized as one of the nation’s 25 fastest developing regions (according to the Brookings institution) with a Gross Metro Product of $119 Billion.
Why Invest Here?
Cincinnati, Ohio is a cash flowing real estate market where investors can purchase R.E.A.L. turnkey income property, that has a strong chance of appreciation, for $64,000 - $180,000. This, along with the previously mentioned positive factors about Cincinnati, make it one of the most popular real estate markets today.Trends
Cincinnati Trends & Statistics 2017
In this section, you’ll learn about the top factors that make Cincinnati one of the strongest real estate markets today, including: affordability, cash flow, and equity growth potential. Explore Cincinnati’s housing market, population, and employment trends in the tabs to learn more.
Home values in Cincinnati are more affordable than many other cities across the nation
- In January 2017, the median price of three bedroom homes in Cincinnati was $143,000. This is 23.53% less than the average national home price of $187,000.
- In January 2017, the median purchase price of three bedroom homes in the Cincinnati neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest was $111,400. This is 22.10% lower than the average three bedroom home in the Cincinnati metro area and 40.43% less than the average three bedroom home nationwide.
- This shows us that Cincinnati property values are uniquely affordable, especially in the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members are investing.
The median rent for Cincinnati homes is higher than more expensive U.S. cities
- In January 2017, the median monthly rent of three bedroom homes in the U.S. was $1,391, which is 0.74% of the median purchase price of $187,000.
- The median monthly rent of the average three bedroom home in Cincinnati was $1,245, which is 0.87% of the average purchase price of $143,000.
- In the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest, three bedroom R.E.A.L. turnkey properties rent for an average of $1,035 per month. This is 0.93% of the average purchase price of $111,400.
- This shows us that Cincinnati is a strong real estate market for cash flow, especially in the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest.
Cincinnati real estate prices have been rising for the last five years
- Between January 2012 and January 2017, three bedroom single family homes in the Cincinnati metro appreciated by 0.82%.
- Between January 2012 and January 2017, the annual appreciation rate increased to 3.23%.
- Home values appreciated at a rate of 5.93% between January 2016 and 2017.
- This data shows us that Cincinnati real estate values are rising at a higher rate every year. If the demand stays strong, we can expect that property values will continue to rise in the coming years. This is good news for investors interested in equity growth.
Cincinnati has been experiencing consistent population growth over the last five years
- Between July 2010 and July 2015, more than 43,000 people have moved to the Cincinnati metro area. This is a 2.04% increase in population, which is just under than national growth rate of 2.31%.
Cincinnati has also experienced solid job growth in the last year
- In the past year, 23,000 new jobs were created in Cincinnati, which is a 2% increase in the number of jobs.
- This shows us that Cincinnati is experiencing job growth and population growth at a solid rate. Job and population growth are both significant indicators for real estate investors to understand, because jobs attract people and people always need a place to live. In other words, more people leads to increased demand for housing.
Cincinnati is Affordable
- The median price of three bedroom homes in Cincinnati is $143,000, which is 24% less than the average value nationwide.
- In the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest, home values are 40% less than the national average for three bedroom homes.
- This shows us that Cincinnati property values uniquely affordable, especially in the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members are investing.
Cincinnati is Cash Flowing
- The median monthly rent of the average three bedroom home in Cincinnati was $1,245, which is 0.87% of the average purchase price of $143,000. This is higher than the national average of 0.74%.
- In the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest, three bedroom R.E.A.L. turnkey properties rent for an average of $1,035 per month. This is 0.93% of the average purchase price of $111,400.
- This shows us that Cincinnati is a strong real estate market for cash flow, especially in the neighborhoods where Real Wealth Network members invest.
Cincinnati Has Equity Growth
- Between January 2012 and January 2017, three bedroom single family homes in the Cincinnati metro appreciated by 0.82%.
- Between January 2012 and January 2017, the annual appreciation rate increased to 3.23%.
- Home values appreciated at a rate of 5.93% between January 2016 and 2017.
- This data shows us that Cincinnati real estate values are rising at a higher rate every year. If the demand stays strong, we can expect that property values will continue to rise in the coming years. This is good news for investors interested in equity growth.
Cincinnati Demand is Rising
- Over the last five years, people have been moving to Cincinnati at a higher rate every year. In the last year, over 23,000 new jobs were created, which is a good sign that people will continue moving here in the coming years.
- People always need a place to live, so as people continue following jobs to Cincinnati, the demand for housing will likely increase. Increased demand means home prices will likely go up. In other words, Job Growth + Population Growth = Increased Demand = Rising Property Values.
Major Employers


News
- "#2 City to Buy Home for Best Rental Return" - CNBC
- "#5 in America's Most Affordable Cities" - Forbes
- "#2 Best City to Build a Green Career" - Good Call
- "#9 Best City to Raise a Family" - Forbes
- "#10 Best City for Commuters" - Trulia
- "#13 Best City for New Grads" - Good Call
- "One of 15 US Cities’ Emerging Downtowns" - Forbes
- "Steady Widespread Growth Continues" - Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Learning Resources



Benjamin Smith
April 6, 2018
[Webinar] Cash-Flow & Appreciation in Cincinnati
In recent years, Cincinnati has become a popular destination for new and relocating corporate headquarters, including 10 Fortune 500 companies and 17…
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Rich Fettke
February 2, 2018
[Podcast #2] Cincinnati Housing Market Overview for Real Estate Investors
This week on the Top Real Estate Markets for Investors Video Podcast you’ll learn about one of the best U.S. real estate markets to invest in today, C…
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Sample Properties
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