Real Estate Investing in Xenia, Ohio (45370)

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Greene County • Population: 2,732 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 45370 (Xenia, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

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
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 37.7 — 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 $489,135
Avg Monthly Rent $1,080
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $114,205
% Renters 14.0%

Market Analysis: 45370 Xenia

This part of Greene County is not an easy win. The 45370 ZIP reflects softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

The 45370 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Statewide comparisons place 45370 among OH's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

The demographic picture in 45370 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Xenia averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

The right play in 45370 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Xenia:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,080/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
Dayton-Kettering, OH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
28 days
Average time to sell
Fast
14.6%
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 Dayton-Kettering, OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 45370

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+7.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$96,305/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $192,610 $1,200 4.5% +5.0% $96,305
3BR $391,358 $1,560 2.9% +6.8% $130,453
4BR $651,855 $1,710 1.9% +7.6% $162,964

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$513K$448K$383K$318K$253K$188KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 45370 Compare?

Metric 45370 Xenia Dayton-Kettering, OH Ohio
Home Value $489,135 $375,279 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 6.2% 6.2% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $1,080 $1,247 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.7% 3.0% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $489,135
Monthly Rent $1,080
Price-to-Rent 37.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.7%
Cap Rate 1.7%
5-Year IRR 7.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.7%). 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
4.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 45370

Population: 2,732

💰 Median Household Income
$114,205
This area
$114,205
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.0%
This area
14.0%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
38.8%
This area
38.8%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
46.6 years
This area
46.6 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.7%
This area
4.7%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 87.5%
Other/Mixed 7.5%
Hispanic/Latino 6.4%
Asian 4.3%
Black/African American 0.6%
👶 Under 18
13.9%
This area
13.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.3%
This area
20.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 45370

Nearby Schools (4 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

B Good

Bell Creek Intermediate School

📚 03 – 06 School
📍 3777 Upper Bellbrook Rd, Bellbrook
👥
640 Students
👨‍🏫
21.3:1 Class Size
💰
$13,161 Per Student
B Good

Bellbrook Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 3600 Feedwire Rd, Bellbrook
👥
628 Students
👨‍🏫
18.8:1 Class Size
💰
$13,161 Per Student
B Good

Stephen Bell Elementary School

📚 K – 02 Elementary
📍 4133 Shadowleaf Dr, Bellbrook
👥
598 Students
👨‍🏫
20.6:1 Class Size
💰
$13,161 Per Student
C+ Average

Bellbrook High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 3737 Upper Bellbrook Rd, Bellbrook
👥
872 Students
👨‍🏫
22.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,161 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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

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  • 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

8 Nearby 22 Off-Campus Students
D
Fortis College-Centerville
460 students · 6.2 mi
D
The Modern College of Design
189 students · 7.1 mi
C+
Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-South Dayton
52 students · 7.2 mi
C+
Greene County Career Center
22 students · 7.6 mi
D
Dayton School of Medical Massage
425 students · 8.6 mi
C+
Dayton Barber College
60 students · 9.8 mi
C+
Kettering College
812 students · 10.1 mi
C+
Wilberforce University
617 students · 10.9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there empty rentals in Xenia, OH?

Xenia, OH sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader OH rental market.

Are landlord laws favorable in Xenia, OH?

Xenia, OH operates under OH law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect even-keeled treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

How much do tenants pay in Xenia, OH?

Rent in Xenia, OH is around $1,080/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $489K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Which real estate strategy fits Xenia, OH?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Xenia, OH. The numbers - $489K homes against $1,080/mo rents - support that play.

What is the investability score for Xenia, OH?

Yes - Xenia, OH a 3.0/5 investability score. With $489K home prices against $1,080/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

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