Real Estate Investing in Clayton, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 12,171 • Montgomery County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (81/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.5% 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 $232,825
Avg Monthly Rent $1,071
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Clayton Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Clayton shows the kind of thin fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

Across Clayton's 1 ZIPs, fundamentals run thin: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Transaction volume in Clayton has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. Stepping back, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

Clayton'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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Avg Home Value
$232,825
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,071
1% Rule
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ZIP Codes in Clayton, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clayton, OH

What is the renter demographic in Clayton, OH?

Tenant quality in Clayton, OH ranks as solid. Landlords generally report predictable occupancy at market rents of $1,071/mo.

What is the investability score for Clayton, OH?

Yes - Clayton, OH a 3.0/5 investability score. With $233K home prices against $1,071/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Is housing expensive in Clayton, OH?

Clayton, OH home values average about $233K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,071/mo in monthly income.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Clayton, OH?

House hacking in Clayton, OH is a challenging. With home values around $233K and rents at $1,071/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

How landlord-friendly is Clayton, OH?

Landlord-friendliness in Clayton, OH is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

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