Market Statistics for May 2026

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  • Median Sold Price
    5.5%
    $335,000
    $316,900 YTD 6.2% $298,500 Prior YTD

  • Units Sold
    1.0%
    1,855
    6,896 YTD -0.4% 6,922 Prior YTD

  • Total Sold Volume
    10.7%
    $771.8M
    $2.61B YTD 4.8% $2.5B Prior YTD

  • Active Inventory
    18.9%
    3,003

  • Median Days on Market
    25.0%
    5

  • New Listings
    8.8%
    2,674
  • Percent change is the comparison to the same month of the prior year.

The Greater Cincinnati housing market across Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, and Warren counties continued to build momentum in May, as increased inventory, rising listing activity, and steady buyer demand created more opportunities for consumers throughout the region, according to the REALTOR® Alliance of Greater Cincinnati.

The median sold price reached $335,000 in May, a 5.5% increase compared to the same month last year, reflecting continued strength in home values across the market. Year-to-date, the median sold price stands at $316,900, up 6.2% from the prior year.

Buyer activity also remained resilient. A total of 1,855 homes sold during the month, a 1.0% increase year-over-year, while total sold volume climbed 10.7% to $771.8 million. Year-to-date sold volume now exceeds $2.61 billion, representing a 4.8% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

At the same time, housing supply continued to improve. Active inventory rose to 3,003 homes, an 18.9% increase from May 2025, while new listings increased 8.8% to 2,674 properties. The additional inventory is providing buyers with more options while creating new opportunities for sellers entering the market during the busy spring season.

“May’s market activity demonstrates that both buyers and sellers are finding opportunities despite ongoing affordability challenges,” said Rob Streicher, 2026 President of the REALTOR® Alliance of Greater Cincinnati. “We’re seeing more homes come to market, more transactions taking place, and home values continuing to appreciate. As market conditions evolve, REALTORS® remain a trusted resource for helping consumers understand local trends, evaluate their options, and make confident decisions throughout the home buying and selling process.”

Homes continued to move quickly, with a median of five days on market. While that represents a 25.0% increase from the exceptionally fast pace seen a year ago, properties that are priced and marketed appropriately continue to attract strong buyer interest.

As Greater Cincinnati moves deeper into the spring and summer market, May’s data points to a housing market that remains competitive, active, and increasingly balanced. With more homes available and demand remaining steady, consumers are benefiting from greater choice while sellers continue to capitalize on strong property values.

The data provided is compiled from activity reported in the Multiple Listing Service of Greater Cincinnati, including residential closings from new and existing single-family homes and condominiums. The REALTOR® Alliance of Greater Cincinnati represents more than 5,600 real estate professionals who subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics.