Real Estate Investing in Catawba, Ohio (43010)

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Clark County • Population: 280 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 43010 (Catawba, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

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

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

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.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $192,665
Avg Monthly Rent $1,125
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $46,406
% Renters 11.1%

Market Analysis: 43010 Catawba

ZIP 43010 in Catawba, OH carries a healthy set of headwinds. Home values near $193K and rents of $1,125/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $193K asset, 43010 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

ZIP 43010's metrics run below Clark County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

The 43010 ZIP's population of 280 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that reports the need for careful underwriting.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. notable returns are possible in 43010, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Catawba:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,125/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Springfield, OH Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
12.1%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Springfield, OH metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$202K$176K$150K$124K$98K$72KJan 2012May 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 43010 Compare?

Metric 43010 Catawba Springfield, OH Ohio
Home Value $192,665 $192,665 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 5.8% 5.8% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $1,125 $1,125 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.6% 4.6% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+5.8%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Springfield, OH metro

0/10
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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $192,665
Monthly Rent $1,125
Price-to-Rent 14.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.0%
Cap Rate 4.6%
5-Year IRR 10.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.6%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.8%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 43010

Population: 280

💰 Median Household Income
$46,406
This area
$46,406
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.1%
This area
11.1%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.7%
This area
2.7%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
8.0%
This area
8.0%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.8 years
This area
51.8 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.3%
Other/Mixed 2.7%
👶 Under 18
13.7%
This area
13.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
37.6%
This area
37.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.3%
This area
13.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

3 Nearby 2,555 Off-Campus Students
C+
Rosedale Bible College
86 students · 10.3 mi
C
Wittenberg University
1,333 students · 11.2 mi
C
Clark State College
4,724 students · 11.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,555 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental occupancy rate in Catawba, OH?

Occupancy in Catawba, OH runs reliable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,125/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is Catawba, OH a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Catawba, OH rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Should investors consider Catawba, OH?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Catawba, OH ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $193K and rents of $1,125/mo drive the underlying numbers.

Can I house hack in Catawba, OH?

Catawba, OH is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $193K price point reasonable to enter.

What are rental rates like in Catawba, OH?

Rental rates in Catawba, OH average $1,125/mo. Tenant demand and $193K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

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