“I met Loree today for the first time. She was very nice and pleasant. She was very easy to work with. I look forward to working with her again!”
e-Merge Real Estate
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Athens real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Athens real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Median sale price
$266K
+27%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$305K
+22%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
78
+53%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
35
+59%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
57
+50%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
55
+57%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Athens
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Athens
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Athens
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Athens
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Athens
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Athens
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
14
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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40
60
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100
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25
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75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Inventory in Athens is expanding in this rolling three-month view, with active listings up more than a third from a year ago. New listings and pending sales are both higher than last year as well, suggesting more owners are testing the market and more buyers are writing offers. Months of supply has roughly doubled year over year to 3.6 months, signaling conditions that are still tilted toward sellers but less tight than before.
Pricing has been moving upward even as supply loosens. The typical home value over the latest three months is up about 21 percent from a year earlier, and the median list price is slightly higher than last year as well. While homes are still commanding an average sale-to-list ratio just under 98 percent, the share selling above list has fallen compared with a year ago, indicating buyers have gained a bit more room to negotiate.
Homes are taking longer to sell than they did one year ago, with the median days on market stretching to just over a month in this rolling three-month period. At the same time, just over half of listings still go off the market within two weeks, showing that well-priced homes can move quickly. With Athens positioned as a seller’s market but offering buyers more options than before, Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these shifting dynamics.
Learn more about what Athens has to offer.
Athens offers residents a vibrant arts and culture scene, a tight-knit community, abundant outdoor recreation, and strong educational opportunities through its university.
Athens stands apart from nearby college towns like Columbus and Lancaster with its steep hills, walkable brick streets, and a rare blend of small‑town warmth and cultural life driven by Ohio University. Locals move easily between campus events and long‑time neighborhood haunts, creating a tight community that still feels open to newcomers.
Uptown Athens is the social hub, anchored by Court Street’s restaurants, music spots, and coffee shops such as Donkey Coffee. Residents enjoy quick access to local foods at the Athens Farmers Market, while families make regular use of Athens City School District resources and the public library. Outdoor time is a way of life here, with the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway and nearby Strouds Run State Park offering miles of trails, water access, and quiet space year‑round.
Housing options range from historic streets close to uptown to quieter subdivisions on the hillsides and country properties just outside the city. Student rentals, faculty homes, and long‑term residents share many of the same blocks, which makes timing, pricing, and preparation especially important.
Whether you are planning to buy your first place in Athens or considering selling a long‑owned property, connecting early with the right local expert can help you navigate seasonality, university cycles, and neighborhood trends. Agent Pronto can match you with an agent who understands the Athens market and can guide both buyers and sellers from planning through closing.
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“Mike is an excellent realtor. He's on time, very patient and knowledgeable. He's very good in negotiating and make sure his clients get what they're looking for.”
Comey & Shepherd Realtors
“Chad was always prompt in communication, whether feedback from showings or changes to our listing and contract. He gets things done! If you want to sell a property, he's your guy.”
ERA Real Estate ERA Real Solutions Realty
“Jenny was AMAZING! She met all of our needs and expectations. She worked very hard on our purchase and the sale of our other home. I would recommend her to everyone I know.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“Josie was very attentive and proactive! She was always making sure that all parties involved are getting the right things done in a timely manner!”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“Guy has helped us purchase three homes and sell two. There's no one else we would use or recommend. He has always been reliable, easy to reach, and extremely knowledgeable. He made sure we weren't wasting our time and kept us within our budget while getting the most for our money. He is very patient and not pushy at all. Guy genuinely wanted to make sure we would be happy with the homes we chose, never rushing us into a decision. In both buying and selling, we always knew Guy had our best interests in mind.”
e-Merge Real Estate
“Beth was a dream to work with. We were buying our first home and got honesty and truly good advice, something that no other realtor we toured with gave anything close to. It seemed like other realtors just wanted to do what they could to sell any property, meanwhile she listened and searched and helped every step of the way in finding a home that was tailored to our best interests. She was easily the most responsive person we dealt with throughout the entire transaction and gave so much advice/guidance for anything that I asked. I recommend Beth to everybody, and she will be the first and only person I recommend to any of my friends/family that are looking to purchase a home. I really cannot say enough about how responsive she was and how she was always on top of things. 11/10”
eXp Realty
“Crystal Doon was the ultimate professional with a personable approach. She worked hard for us and made me feel we were a priority. Her response time was quick and accurate with great communication skills. I would recommend her to anyone!”
Coldwell Banker Realty Metro
“Great experience working with Matt. Very knowledgeable, listened to my wife and was able to find us a house that checked all the boxes! Highly recommend.”
ERA Real Estate ERA Real Solutions Realty
“Tracy was a pleasure to work with! She understood our needs and requirements from the get-go and worked to make sure we found our forever home. She is highly knowledgeable about the real estate market in the Cincinnati area, very organized and on top of things. Tracy really went above and beyond for us and was monumental in not just helping us in negotiations but for other counsel as well. She made our first time home buying process seem much easier and seamless than planning our wedding. We'd recommend Tracy to anyone looking to buy a home in the Greater Cincinnati area! She's the best, you can't go wrong by picking her!”
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Howard Hanna
“I am extremely satisfied with service provided by Christina while my home research. She is very knowledgeable, very efficient and quick to respond. Will definitely work with her in future as well.”
Fathom Realty Ohio
“Tracey and Todd have been a great help with everything when it came to selling my house and finding my new home. Will always use them. Will also look to them for advice they were great to work with. Great team work.”
e-Merge Real Estate
“Tyria did a amazing job at making me feel comfortable and confident! She went above and beyond to sell my property! Made the process super quick and easy! I am so glad that I had the opportunity to work with her! She knows exactly what she's doing!”
CENTURY 21 Lakeside Realty
“Came upon my contact with Jennifer by accident and from day one I felt as though I had her complete attention. She already had a good rapport with the loan officer which made everything else so smooth. She was timely and efficient at showing and quick with offer paperwork so I didnt miss out on my favorite home. As a first time home buyer the entire process was less than 50 days. Thank you Jennifer!”
e-Merge
“Jeni is excellent at her job. She responds quickly to any questions or problems. She is knowledgeable about local markets and pricing. Down to earth, understanding and kind. I would choose her again and again.”
Coldwell Banker
“Maura answered all our many questions and concerns with professionalism and knowledge. She led us through all aspects of buying and selling and put our minds at ease. I would highly recommend her as a real estate agent.”
Coldwell Banker
“I was introduced through my boyriend, who in the beginning of the process said that we were going to use Eli the moment we discussed buying a house. He was amazing from the jump. Talking us through the whole process of looking at houses, what we liked and didnt like, helping explain things when we got accepted and so on. I can not put into words how smooth and easy the first time home purchase process was because of him.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“Fourth time using Jen. Never disappointed with her.”
Century 21 Lakeside Realty
“Thank you Ayan for making my dream home come true thank tou for amazing service and commitment to getting the deal done for our family every step of the way from beginning to end was very professional and communication was amazing thank you again for your hard work and attention to detail”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“Katie was phenomenal. She helped us find the perfect home and went out of her way to support us through every part of the buying process. When unexpected issues came up — including a gas leak and a yellow jacket infestation — she was instrumental in helping us get everything resolved. Her dedication, knowledge, and professionalism made all the difference. We couldn’t have done this without her.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
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