Waynesburg, OH 44688 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 44688
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: HOT
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only

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Executive Overview

The real estate market in Waynesburg, OH is currently characterized by a median sold price of $174,500, reflecting a competitive environment despite a slight cooling trend in the broader Stark County. The market has shown localized price appreciation, with a median days on market of 321, indicating slower sales velocity. This extended time frame may suggest a need for sellers to adjust expectations in alignment with market dynamics.

With elevated inventory levels relative to sales activity, the market appears to be experiencing a phase of excess supply. The median price per square foot stands at $135.04, which, combined with the median market rent of $1,086, indicates a complex interplay between sales and rental markets. While the rental market is softening, the specific trends in Waynesburg may differ, warranting close observation for potential investment opportunities.

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Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

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Market Metrics

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

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Rental Market

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Property Taxes

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Liquidity & Velocity

Note: A Sale-to-List Ratio near 100% can occur when properties sell at or near their final listing price after price adjustments during the listing period, even when initial listing prices differ significantly from sale prices.

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Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Hot market indicates strong buyer demand with limited inventory, typically characterized by rising prices, quick sales (low days on market), and inventory levels below historical averages.

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in Waynesburg OH are averaging 6.10% compared to 6.35% in early 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.

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Key Findings

1. The median sold price of $174,500 suggests a stable market value amidst localized price appreciation.

2. With a median days on market of 321, the market is experiencing slower sales velocity, indicating potential pricing friction for sellers.

3. The median price per square foot of $135.04 reflects current buyer expectations and may influence future pricing strategies.

4. The median market rent of $1,086 indicates a softening rental market, which could affect investor interest in rental properties.

5. Current market conditions are described as hot, suggesting a competitive environment despite elevated inventory levels.

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Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.