Ashland & Richland Counties Market Check: Still Moving, Still Winning

🏡 The Quick Take

Fall usually cools things down, but not this year.
Ashland and Richland County are holding steady while other Ohio markets wobble.
Inventory is up about 7%, yet well-priced homes are still moving fast — and buyers waiting for spring may regret it.

📊 The Market Snapshot

• Average days on market: 32 (down from 37 last month)

• Active listings: +7% month-over-month

• Median sale price: $239,000 (+3% YOY)

• List-to-sale ratio: 98.4% — sellers still hold the edge

In plain English:
If you’re selling, this is your moment. If you’re buying, hesitation costs money.

💡 For Sellers

If your home’s been “almost ready,” finish the prep and list before Thanksgiving.
Interest rates have steadied, buyer activity is high, and fall listings face less competition.

Pro tip: The fastest sales right now come from homes that look amazing and are priced within 3% of fair market value.

🏠 For Buyers

Yes, rates are higher — but so are rents.
Buyers acting now are finding better terms, calmer negotiations, and fewer multiple-offer battles.
Wait until spring, and you’ll fight the crowd again.

💬 Tracy’s Take

“I’ve been through more than a few market cycles. The people who win aren’t the ones who time the market — they’re the ones who move when everyone else hesitates.”

📞 Next Steps

Thinking about buying or selling in Ashland or Richland County?
Let’s make a plan before the holidays slow things down.
👉 Contact The Tracy Jones Team