Real Estate Investing in Hebron, Ohio (43025)

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Licking County • Population: 5,500 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 43025 (Hebron, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (48/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 15.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 32.1 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $370,913
Avg Monthly Rent $963
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $74,432
% Renters 23.1%

Market Analysis: 43025 Hebron

The 43025 ZIP covers a section of Hebron that demands careful diligence. Prices near $371K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $371K asset, 43025 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Nearby ZIPs in Hebron have seen price recovery that 43025 has not matched. Licking County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Demographically, 43025 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

New investors are better served looking at Hebron's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 43025. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Hebron:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 64/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $963/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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BALANCED MARKET
Columbus, OH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
32 days
Average time to sell
Average
14.2%
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 Columbus, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 43025

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$112,551/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $253,809 $1,070 3.0% +8.0% $126,904
3BR $338,810 $1,280 2.7% +7.9% $112,937
4BR $450,202 $1,430 2.3% +8.5% $112,551

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$389K$337K$286K$234K$183K$132KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 43025 Compare?

Metric 43025 Hebron Columbus, OH Ohio
Home Value $370,913 $370,913 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 6.2% 6.2% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $963 $963 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.0% 2.0% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Strong

📉 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $370,913
Monthly Rent $963
Price-to-Rent 32.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.1%
Cap Rate 2.0%
5-Year IRR 8.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.0%). 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
15.7%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 43025

Population: 5,500

💰 Median Household Income
$74,432
This area
$74,432
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
23.1%
This area
23.1%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.0%
This area
22.0%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.4 years
This area
44.4 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
15.7%
This area
15.7%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.0%
Other/Mixed 4.1%
Hispanic/Latino 3.1%
Black/African American 1.7%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
18.5%
This area
18.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
21.9%
This area
21.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 43025

B+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
15.8:1 Avg Class Size
$16,488 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Lakewood High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
483 Students
👨‍🏫
14.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,488 Per Student
A Very Good

Lakewood Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
386 Students
👨‍🏫
14.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,488 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Jackson Intermediate

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
392 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,488 Per Student
B Good

Lakewood Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
422 Students
👨‍🏫
18.4:1 Class Size
💰
$16,488 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

5 Nearby 1,665 Off-Campus Students
C
Ohio State School of Cosmetology-Heath
92 students · 5.9 mi
B+
Denison University
2,405 students · 7.3 mi
C
Central Ohio Technical College
2,890 students · 8.0 mi
C
Ohio State University-Newark Campus
2,422 students · 8.0 mi
C+
Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County
220 students · 10.3 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,665 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OH a landlord-friendly state?

OH ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Hebron generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

Is the tenant base reliable in Hebron, OH?

Hebron, OH offers a stable renter base at the $963/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

How much does a house cost in Hebron, OH?

The median home value in Hebron, OH is roughly $371K. That puts it reasonable relative to the OH statewide average.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Hebron, OH?

Expect elevated vacancy in Hebron, OH. Rents at $963/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What type of investing works in Hebron, OH?

Most investors in Hebron, OH run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

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