Real Estate Investing in Union City, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,349 • Darke County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (83/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

Rare combination of both appreciation and cash flow. These markets don't last long — worth serious consideration.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Elevated poverty: 22.2% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.5% 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 $157,560
Avg Monthly Rent $900
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Union City Real Estate

Union City (Ohio) spans 1 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. plainly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

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

The $900/mo / $158K relationship in Union City looks modest once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. trends toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

The 0% renter share in Union City 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 Greenville, OH

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Avg Home Value
$157,560
Avg Monthly Rent
$900
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Greenville, OH metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
58%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Greenville, OH metro
0
Days to pending
13.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Union City, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Union City, OH

How much rent can I charge in Union City, OH?

Rents in Union City, OH run near $900/mo. Compared with median home prices of $158K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

What price range are homes in Union City, OH?

The median home value in Union City, OH is roughly $158K. That puts it reasonable relative to the OH statewide average.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Union City, OH?

Expect elevated vacancy in Union City, OH. Rents at $900/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

How strict are landlord regulations in Union City, OH?

Rental owners in Union City, OH deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

Is Union City in OH worth investing in?

Our data puts Union City, OH at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $158K and rents around $900/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

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