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Melissa Kaehr
Harvey and Associates realty
45 recent sales
$70K-$410K price range
$185K median price
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Jay County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Jay County real estate market, updated for April 2026. *
In Jay County, just 31 homes were on the market in February 2026, with 8 new listings and 12 going under contract, signaling steady movement despite limited options. Inventory is down about 16 percent from the prior month but still sits roughly 35 percent higher than a year ago, reflecting more choices than last year but tighter conditions recently.
Prices are responding to this shift, with the typical home value at about $167,500, up 11 percent year over year and jumping nearly 38 percent month over month. Sellers are testing higher list prices, with the median list price near $192,000 and projected to move toward $215,500 next month as values are expected to rise to about $190,550.
Homes are taking longer to sell, spending a typical 76 days on the market, which is more than both last month and last year, while about 23 percent of listings saw a price drop and none sold above list price. Even with a months of supply figure around 3.4 and a sale-to-list ratio just under 0.95 in this seller’s market, buyers and sellers in Jay County can both benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting them with a skilled local agent.
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Learn more about what Jay County has to offer.
Jay County offers residents a close-knit community with plentiful outdoor recreation, strong local schools, and a resilient economy supported by agriculture and small businesses.
Jay County combines small town convenience with easy access to larger hubs like Muncie and Fort Wayne, giving residents a practical balance of quiet living and regional connectivity. Everyday errands are simple, with grocery, healthcare, and local services concentrated around Portland and nearby communities like Dunkirk and Bryant.
Outdoor recreation is a standout. The Jay County Parks and Recreation system includes spots like the rural JRDS Nature Trail and access to the Salamonie and Wabash river corridors. Families appreciate the Jay School Corporation and the strong local library network anchored by the Jay County Public Library in Portland. In town, you will find everyday dining and coffee options, plus seasonal events and festivals at the Jay County Fairgrounds.
Historic downtown Portland offers practical amenities within a walkable core, while outlying townships provide acreage, farm properties, and quieter roads. Commuters can reach regional employers along State Roads 26 and 67 without big city congestion, and local services such as the Jay County Hospital support daily life close to home.
Whether you are relocating to your first home in Portland, planning a move to rural Jay County, or preparing to list long held acreage, the right local agent can simplify each step. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers with knowledgeable Jay County professionals who understand the market, anticipate challenges, and help reduce the stress of your next move.
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“Patty Miller has sold other properties for our family in the past. She is always kind, knowledgeable and professional. She truly cares about her clients and works diligently on their behalf. Patty is also a great communicator, and we highly recommend her!”
Century 21 Circle
“Sarah was quick to understand my personal situation and the type of housing I was looking for to become my home. I appreciate the time and the knowledge she contributed to help me find the perfect place that fit my needs.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Rebekah is so friendly, knowledgeable and responsive. Just a pleasure to work with.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“My wife and I can not recommend Scott enough. He was amazing to work with. Very knowledgeable, professional, curtious, and really takes what you are looking for into consideration. He was very communicative and helped us greatly along the way. He informed us of environmental factors outside of the houses that he knew would complicate our day to day life. He helped us find our first home and made the process very easy to navigate and understand. We have already been recommending his services to everyone we know looking to move. Scott has your back through the whole process and makes sure that you are genuinely happy and taken care during what can be a scary time.”
Century 21 Breeden Realtors
“I was very impressed with her patience and even temper. She went out of her way to make time for us for which we are very grateful.”
CENTURY 21 Scheetz
“The whole package all wrapped up into one person. Absolutely amazing service and attention to details. We closed and moved within 30 days because she moved as quick as possible. Anytime anything was needed, she responded and jumped on it immediately. Massive thank you to Michele and the entire Century 21 group.”
Century 21 Circle
“Amy is excellent. She quickly responded to all my inquiries and kept me well informed. I trust her explicitly!”
Century 21 Elite
“Very professional work, had an excellent time and outcome working with Tyler.”
Century 21 Bradley Realty, Inc.
“Nicole has been an incredible partner on our home building journey. She is very accountable, knowledgeable and thoughtful. We are in a much better place than we would be without her!”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Excellent service like always.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Barketa was attentive, knowledgeable, and full of helpful information and suggestions throughout the process. As an out-of-state seller, I especially appreciated having someone local I could trust to guide me and look out for my best interests. Her communication and professionalism made the entire experience smooth and reassuring.”
Century 21 Circle
“Rachel was amazing to work with because she is very communicative, encouraging, and honest! Her knowledge of the industry and connections to local vendors/area helped the journey seem less daunting. We were first time home buyers and did not know what to expect during the home buying process. We are still so thankful for her guidance and expertise in the process. We love our home!”
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services F.C. Tucker Company
“Zach was the best choice for us as new home buyers. He was attentive, kind, patient and professional. He took the time to learn not only about what we wanted in our home but also about us as a family. He truly made it a personalized experience. Zach was our voice of reason during this entire process. We honestly do not know what we would have done without him and his expertise. I am a person who worries about, well a lot, but I new we could count on Zach to ensure things got done and get the clarification we needed whenever we needed it. We absolutely love our home and we have him to thank for finding it and suggesting we take a look. We never expected to purchase a brand new home but he helped make that possible. Couldn't have asked for a better realtor.”
eXp Realty
“We are so grateful for all the guidance Brandi gave us!! Her attention to detail and knowledge!!! Buying a new home is exciting and very stressful, but Brandi made sure we had a great experience and we had her help every step of the way!!!! We love our new home and are Blessed to have a great agent!! Thank you Brandi from the bottom of our hearts!!!!!!!”
CENTURY 21
“I greatly appreciate Nick's availability in assessing the property sale. I appreciate his aggressiveness showing responses to various offers. Nick was always available and a fast responder! Nick provided quick answers for all my questions. Thank you! Kevin Dooley”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Kristen went above and beyond in selling my home and I cannot recommend her enough. She understood the real estate market in my area intimately and made sure I made informed decisions. She was also instrumental in helping me negotiate a good deal. Highly, highly recommend you use her services.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“This was the estate of my father. Kim was very compassinate, understanding and moved at my pace. When I was feeling overwhelmed, unsure and extermely anxious, she Kim, would come down to my level and talk me through. I would use her services again and again.”
Century 21 Bradley
“I would utilize Mark Overly again. He was awesome!!! Great experience.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Dan exceeded every expectation I had from start to finish of this process. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and was always made to feel more like a friend than just another client and even gave me a housewarming gift at closimg which meant a lot to me. If I ever went through this process again or new of someone looking for a realtor I would 100% use and recommend Dan I honestly have not one single complaint. Thank you again Dan look foward to speaking with you again”
Century 21 Scheetz
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