Ohio REALTORS announced on April 21 that the state’s housing market experienced an increase in active listings and continued price growth in March, despite a modest decline in home sales compared to the previous year.
Statewide home sales reached 8,805 for March 2026, which is a decrease of 3.1% from the 9,084 homes sold during the same month last year. The median sales price rose to $263,000—up by 6.5% from $247,000 one year earlier—indicating ongoing demand for homes across Ohio.
“While home sales in March saw a modest dip compared to last year, Ohio’s housing market continues to demonstrate resilience and steady growth. Rising median prices reflect strong demand and ongoing confidence among buyers, while the increase in active listings is an encouraging sign that inventory is gradually improving,” said Ohio REALTORS President Mic Gordon. “Although we remain below a balanced market, these trends point to a more stable and sustainable environment for both buyers and sellers as we move through 2026. An Ohio REALTOR serves as a trusted professional partner, helping buyers and sellers navigate each step of the transaction to achieve their housing goals.”
Active property listings climbed to 31,489 this March—a rise of 1.9% from last year’s total of 30,888—and up from the previous figure of 26,868 recorded two years ago. The state ended March with about three months’ worth of available housing supply; typically six months’ supply is considered balanced.
Ohio REALTORS supports real estate professionals throughout all counties via its network of local boards according to its official website. The association represents over 40,000 members including agents and affiliates according to its official website, provides advocacy efforts at both state and federal levels according to its official website, offers scholarships through charitable initiatives like the Ohio REALTORS Foundation according to its official website, maintains high ethical standards through education resources according to its official website, and is governed by elected leaders within the industry according to its official website.
Looking ahead through this year, association leaders say they expect gradual improvements in inventory may continue supporting stability for both buyers and sellers.
