Real Estate Investing in Tarlton, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 166 • Pickaway County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (65/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 23.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

1.7% 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 $169,706
Avg Monthly Rent $963
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Tarlton Real Estate

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

The investment case for Tarlton is difficult to make on screen data alone. a challenging fit for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

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

Tarlton'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
$169,706
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 Tarlton, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tarlton, OH

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

Tarlton, OH reflects an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $170K and average rents around $963/mo. That combination puts it in the notable tier for investor interest.

Are rents high in Tarlton, OH?

Tarlton, OH rentals go for roughly $963/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $170K acquisition costs.

What are home prices like in Tarlton, OH?

Median home price in Tarlton, OH is near $170K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been consistent and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

What type of investing works in Tarlton, OH?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Tarlton, OH. With home values at $170K and rents near $963/mo, other strategies can work but produce stable rather than outsized returns.

Is Tarlton, OH suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Tarlton, OH reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

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