Real Estate Investing in South Charleston, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,860 • Clark County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (69/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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

7.1% 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 $274,348
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in South Charleston Real Estate

South Charleston in Ohio is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

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

Transaction volume in South Charleston has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. From a cash-flow lens, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes South Charleston a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Springfield, OH

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Avg Home Value
$274,348
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Springfield, OH metro

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Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
49%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Springfield, OH metro
0
Days to pending
12.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in South Charleston, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Charleston, OH

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in South Charleston, OH?

Occupancy in South Charleston, OH runs steady with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $873/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

What is the tenant pool like in South Charleston, OH?

Expect a solid tenant pool in South Charleston, OH. The rental market absorbs $873/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Should investors consider South Charleston, OH?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in South Charleston, OH reflects its $274K prices and $873/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within OH.

Is OH a landlord-friendly state?

The landlord environment in South Charleston, OH is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Which real estate strategy fits South Charleston, OH?

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

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