Real Estate Investing in Jackson Center, Ohio (45334)

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Shelby County • Population: 1,921 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 45334 (Jackson Center, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (81/100)

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

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $223,542
Avg Monthly Rent $1,089
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $61,140
% Renters 34.9%

Market Analysis: 45334 Jackson Center

ZIP 45334 inside Shelby County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $224K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Turning to rents, the numbers look inviting — $224K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 45334 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Within OH, ZIP 45334 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Shelby County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and solid enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 45334 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.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 45334 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Jackson Center:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,089/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
Sidney, OH Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
11.4%
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 Sidney, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 45334

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$70,390/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $168,824 $1,210 5.2% +11.0% $84,412
3BR $227,907 $1,620 5.1% +9.4% $75,969
4BR $281,560 $1,700 4.3% +8.0% $70,390

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$240K$208K$177K$145K$113K$81KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 45334 Compare?

Metric 45334 Jackson Center Sidney, OH Ohio
Home Value $223,542 $223,542 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 7.2% 7.2% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $1,089 $1,089 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.8% 3.8% - -
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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
3.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.2%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Sidney, OH metro

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

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $223,542
Monthly Rent $1,089
Price-to-Rent 17.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.8%
5-Year IRR 11.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.8%). 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
1.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 45334

Population: 1,921

💰 Median Household Income
$61,140
This area
$61,140
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
34.9%
This area
34.9%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.8%
This area
20.8%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.0 years
This area
42.0 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.3%
Other/Mixed 3.7%
👶 Under 18
22.1%
This area
22.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.5%
This area
22.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.6%
This area
8.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 45334

C+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
35.1:1 Avg Class Size
$14,059 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Jackson Center Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
325 Students
👨‍🏫
20.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,059 Per Student
C Below Average

Jackson Center High School

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
249 Students
👨‍🏫
49.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,059 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is vacancy a concern in Jackson Center, OH?

Expect elevated vacancy in Jackson Center, OH. Rents at $1,089/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Jackson Center, OH?

For Jackson Center, OH, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

What is the investability score for Jackson Center, OH?

Yes - Jackson Center, OH a 3.0/5 investability score. With $224K home prices against $1,089/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Jackson Center, OH?

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

What do rentals go for in Jackson Center, OH?

Average rent in Jackson Center, OH is approximately $1,089/mo per month. Against $224K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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