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Ohio

Market intelligence, compliance regulations, and licensing requirements with source and freshness context.

Closing Model

Title / Escrow

Contracts

Varies by transaction

Avg Timeline

~45 Days

Renewal

30 CE Hrs / 3 Yrs

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Market Pulse

Median Home Price

$451,3241.8% YoY

vs. $405,685 previous

Days on Market

66

vs. 82 previous

Inventory

4.7 mos

vs. 4 mos previous

Status

Current

Review cadence: monthly

Data effective Apr 14, 2026

Economic Context

Macro IndicatorCurrent Value
Unemployment Rate3.6%
Median Household Income$69,680

Source: connector_state_baseline

Effective: Jul 24, 2026

Mortgage Climate

30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.73%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

15-Year Fixed

Residential

5.98%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.35%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

7/1 ARM

Residential

6.48%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

FHA

Residential

6.45%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

VA

Residential

6.15%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

USDA

Residential

6.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Jumbo

Residential

6.92%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

HELOC

Residential

8.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Reverse Mortgage

Residential

6.99%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Home Equity Loan

Residential

8.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Renovation/203k

Residential

7.1%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Non-QM

Residential

7.85%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Hard Money (Residential)

Residential

11.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Interest-Only

Residential

7.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.06%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS ARM

Updated: weekly

As of: Nov 10, 2022

15-Year Fixed

Residential

6.6%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Updated: weekly

As of: Oct 29, 2026

30-Year Fixed (Conforming)

Residential

7.13%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Jumbo 30-Year Fixed

Residential

7.048%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

FHA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.959%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

VA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.765%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Rate data effective Nov 2, 2026

Contract Practices

Asset FamilyContract Standardization
Office CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Manufactured / Modular Home Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Retail CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Residential Lease Residential LeasingStandardized forms
Apartment / Multifamily 5+ MultifamilyCustom (attorney required)
Single-Family Detached Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Condominium / Co-op Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Townhome / PUD Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Industrial / Warehouse / Flex CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Mixed-Use CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Land / Development Site Land & DevelopmentStandardized or custom
Hospitality / Hotel / Motel / Resort HospitalityCustom (attorney required)
Self-Storage / Specialty Specialty CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Farm / Ranch / Agricultural Land & AgStandardized or custom

Regulatory Updates

Updated Residential Property Disclosure Form

disclosureBill: ORC 5302.30 Amendment

Ohio Division of Real Estate revised the Residential Property Disclosure Form to include questions about known environmental contamination, energy efficiency ratings, smart home system disclosures, and broadband service availability.

Impact: medium
Effective: Sep 1, 2025Read official bill text

Property Tax Assessment Reform

taxationBill: HB 110

Changes to property tax assessment schedules and valuation methods affecting residential and commercial properties. Updated reassessment cycles may impact listing prices and buyer expectations in affected counties.

Impact: medium
Effective: Jan 1, 2025Read official bill text

State Rules & Customary Notes

Disclosures

Residential Property Disclosure Form required

Closing Logistics

Title company handles closing

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ohio require an attorney for real estate closings?

No. In Ohio, closings are typically handled by title or escrow companies rather than attorneys. Title company handles closing

Does Ohio use standardized real estate contract forms?

Ohio does not mandate promulgated forms statewide; contract practices vary by transaction type.

How many continuing-education hours do Ohio real estate agents need?

Ohio requires 30 continuing-education hours per 3-year renewal period, with a renewal fee of $187.00. Must include Core Law, Civil Rights, and Ethics

How long does closing take in Ohio?

A typical Ohio real estate closing takes about 45 days from contract to close, though financing, inspections, and title work can shift the timeline.

License Reciprocity

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Local Terminology

  • single family detachedContext: asset type
  • single family attachedContext: asset type
  • townhomeContext: asset type
  • condominiumContext: asset type
  • cooperativeContext: asset type
  • duplexContext: asset type
  • triplexContext: asset type
  • fourplexContext: asset type

License Renewal

CE Hours: 30

Renewal Period: 3 years

Renewal Fee: $187.00

Must include Core Law, Civil Rights, and Ethics

Official State Board Official License Lookup