Real Estate Investing in Buckeye Lake, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,419 • Licking County

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Should you buy in Buckeye Lake, OH? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (48/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 24.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.4% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $295,900
Avg Monthly Rent $963
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Buckeye Lake Real Estate

Buckeye Lake, OH covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are tepid — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Buckeye Lake is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

The $963/mo / $296K relationship in Buckeye Lake looks subdued once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. trends toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Buckeye Lake's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Best ZIP codes in Columbus, OH

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Avg Home Value
$295,900
Avg Monthly Rent
$963
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Columbus, OH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
42%
Days Pending
0/2
32 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Columbus, OH metro
32
Days to pending
14.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Buckeye Lake, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buckeye Lake, OH

What is the average home sale price in Buckeye Lake, OH?

Expect median prices around $296K in Buckeye Lake, OH. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

What is the best play in Buckeye Lake, OH?

For Buckeye Lake, OH, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

What is the renter demographic in Buckeye Lake, OH?

Buckeye Lake, OH offers a consistent renter base at the $963/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

What is the investability score for Buckeye Lake, OH?

Yes - Buckeye Lake, OH a 3.0/5 investability score. With $296K home prices against $963/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Buckeye Lake, OH?

OH ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Buckeye Lake generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

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