Real Estate Investing in Highland County, Ohio

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3 ZIP codes • Population: 37,765

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ 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
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  • High vacancy: 12.8% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.8% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $217,382
Avg Monthly Rent $967
ZIP Codes 3

Investing in Highland County Real Estate

With 37,765 residents across 3 cities, Highland County shows sluggish fundamentals that keep most passive capital on the sidelines β€” a region that demands real local knowledge.

unambiguously Highland County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects sluggish investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

A 37,765 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Highland a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$217,382
Avg Monthly Rent
$967
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Chillicothe, OH metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
50%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Highland County

1 College 2,000 Students 1,088 Off-Campus Renters
C
Southern State Community College
2-Year Public Β· 2,000 students
πŸ“ ~1,088 students rent off-campus

Investor Insight: With 1,088 students living off-campus, Highland County has substantial rental demand from the college population β€” typically stable, lease-renewing tenants.

Cities in Highland County

ZIP Codes in Highland County, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Highland County

How much rent can I charge in, OH?

Rents in, OH run near $967/mo. Compared with median home prices of $217K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Is, OH above average for OH?

within OH reads broadly in line with the state benchmark. Investors comparing markets should weight local data above the statewide aggregate.

What kind of market is, OH for investors?

Our data puts, OH at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $217K and rents around $967/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What is the average home sale price in, OH?

Expect median prices around $217K in, OH. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

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