Real Estate Investing in Gambier, Ohio

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 3,886 • Knox County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (66/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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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  • Elevated vacancy: 8.3% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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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 $292,193
Avg Monthly Rent $1,094
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Gambier Real Estate

Gambier (Ohio) spans 2 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. plainly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

plainly Gambier's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects subdued investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Market conditions in Gambier are modest. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

The 0% renter share in Gambier masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Best ZIP codes in Mount Vernon, OH

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Avg Home Value
$292,193
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,094
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Mount Vernon, OH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
43%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Mount Vernon, OH metro
0
Days to pending
10.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Gambier

1 College 2,184 Students
B+
Kenyon College
4-Year Private · 2,184 students

ZIP Codes in Gambier, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gambier, OH

What are vacancy rates like in Gambier, OH?

Gambier, OH sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader OH rental market.

What do rentals go for in Gambier, OH?

Rental rates in Gambier, OH average $1,094/mo. Tenant demand and $292K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Gambier, OH?

The renter base in Gambier, OH is reasonable for the $1,094/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields stable tenants.

What approach is best for Gambier, OH real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Gambier, OH is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is Gambier, OH a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Gambier, OH a 3.0/5 investability score. With $292K home prices against $1,094/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

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