Creston, OH—44217
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Creston, OH
Creston, OH lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $247,000 | 5.3% |
| Single Family | $246,000 | 4.7% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $164,000 | 5.8% |
3 Bed | $265,000 | 4.7% |
4 Bed | $299,000 | 4.5% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Creston, OH
Creston, OH lacks sufficient rental market data for analysis.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Creston, OH
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Creston, OH is 59. This is a decrease of -63.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 17.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $262,000 | 8.0% |
Listing Count | 12 | 177.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.5% | 177.0% |
Days on Market | 59 | -63.0% |
Demographics — Creston, OH
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Creston, OH has a population of 3,630, which has decreased by -9.1% over the past 5 years. Creston, OH is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 21.2% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 20.5% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 8.7% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 3,630 | -9.1% |
% Under 18 | 21.2% | -19.1% |
% Seniors | 18.5% | 17.8% |
% WFH | 8.7% | 383.3% |
% w/ College Degree | 20.5% | 36.7% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Creston, OH is a predominantly white area, with 95.6% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 3.3% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Creston, OH is hispanic, making up 1.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 1.7% of the population in Creston, OH, and this percentage has increased by 30.8% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 95.6% | -3.3% |
% Black | 0.0% | N/A |
% Hispanic | 1.8% | 800.0% |
% Asian | 0.0% | N/A |
% Foreign Born | 1.7% | 30.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Creston, OH
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 58 mortgage originations in Creston, OH, of which 79.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 61.0%, with 26.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Creston, OH. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 21.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 58 |
% Conventional Loans | 79.0% |
% Government Loans | 21.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 21.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Creston, OH
Creston, OH lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 55 |
Total Units Section 8 | 55 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 26.5% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 100.0% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $830 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,000 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$50 | $1,350 | $1,300 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,380 |
Affordability — Creston, OH
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 4.3 |
| Median Home Price | $247,000 |
| Median Household Income | $64,800 |