Real Estate Investing in Patriot, Ohio (45658)

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Gallia County • Population: 2,654 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 45658 (Patriot, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 20.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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 $194,026
Avg Monthly Rent $882
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $62,639
% Renters 2.2%

Market Analysis: 45658 Patriot

Investors eyeing 45658 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $194K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

The 45658 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

On balance, 45658 offers a low basis, the region around Patriot has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Employment concentration in 45658 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

The right play in 45658 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 Patriot:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $882/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
Point Pleasant, WV-OH Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
7.1%
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 Point Pleasant, WV-OH metro data
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Property Strategy for 45658

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+6.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$70,710/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $157,682 $980 4.5% +6.0% $78,841
3BR $212,129 $1,260 4.3% +6.4% $70,710

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$203K$177K$152K$127K$102K$76KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 45658 Compare?

Metric 45658 Patriot Point Pleasant, WV-OH Ohio
Home Value $194,026 $194,026 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 5.4% 5.4% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $882 $882 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.6% 3.6% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.4%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $194,026
Monthly Rent $882
Price-to-Rent 18.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.5%
Cap Rate 3.6%
5-Year IRR 8.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.6%). 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
20.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 45658

Population: 2,654

💰 Median Household Income
$62,639
This area
$62,639
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
2.2%
This area
2.2%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.3%
This area
0.3%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.3%
This area
17.3%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.4 years
This area
39.4 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
20.1%
This area
20.1%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.1%
Other/Mixed 3.9%
Hispanic/Latino 2.8%
Asian 2.0%
👶 Under 18
27.4%
This area
27.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
12.9%
This area
12.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.3%
This area
10.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 45658

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.6:1 Avg Class Size
$15,333 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Southwestern Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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157 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$15,333 Per Student
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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

2 Nearby 103 Off-Campus Students
C
University of Rio Grande
2,168 students · 8.4 mi
C+
Buckeye Hills Career Center
163 students · 9.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical vacancy rate in Patriot, OH?

Occupancy in Patriot, OH runs measured with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $882/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

What are rental rates like in Patriot, OH?

Rental rates in Patriot, OH average $882/mo. Tenant demand and $194K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

What strategy should investors use in Patriot, OH?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Patriot, OH. With home values at $194K and rents near $882/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Patriot, OH?

The renter base in Patriot, OH is reasonable for the $882/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields stable tenants.

Should investors consider Patriot, OH?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Patriot, OH reflects its $194K prices and $882/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within OH.

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