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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Defiance County real estate market. *
June 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026).
Defiance County is seeing steady movement in both listings and contracts. Active listings are slightly above last year, while homes sold are up nearly a quarter year over year, showing stronger buyer activity. Pending sales have also risen compared with last year, suggesting a solid pipeline of closings ahead.
Prices are responding to this demand, with the typical home value up by double digits from a year ago and also jumping sharply from May to June. At the same time, the median list price has climbed at a slower but still noticeable pace year over year, indicating sellers are gaining confidence yet remain close to buyer expectations.
Market speed and balance have shifted notably over the past year. Median days on market have lengthened significantly compared with last June, but they dropped from May to June, pointing to a recent pickup in pace. Months of supply is down by more than half from a year ago and now sits below the Ohio average, reinforcing Defiance County’s position as a seller’s market, with over 40 percent of homes selling above list price. With this mix of tighter inventory, rising prices, and active buyers, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an agent who knows how to navigate current conditions in Defiance County.
Defiance County offers residents a welcoming blend of small-town charm, a tight-knit community, abundant outdoor recreation, affordable living, solid schools, and convenient access to local businesses and services that support a high quality of life.
Defiance County stands apart from nearby areas like Lucas County and Williams County with its close connection to both small town life and outdoor recreation. Centered around the city of Defiance, the county offers a relaxed pace, a strong sense of history, and access to the Maumee and Auglaize rivers that many residents use for fishing, kayaking, and weekend walks.
In Defiance, families gather at Kingsbury Park and along the Independence Dam State Park trails, while downtown continues to add local restaurants, coffee spots, and events. The Defiance Public Library and Defiance City Schools underpin a community that values education and youth activities.
Smaller communities like Hicksville, Sherwood, and Ayersville appeal to those who want more space and quieter streets, with easy drives to Fort Wayne or Toledo for work or larger-city amenities. Housing options range from historic homes near town centers to newer subdivisions and country properties with acreage.
Whether you are a long-time resident considering a move across town or relocating to Defiance County for the first time, timing and preparation matter in a shifting market. Agent Pronto can introduce you to a local real estate professional who understands neighborhood trends, pricing, and negotiation strategies, helping both buyers and sellers move forward with confidence.
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“Working with Crystal was a great experience. She is an excellent communicator and provides timely follow through on all matters. Crystal was sensitive to our situation and never pressured us to act. She had our best interest at heart and represented us well. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to others.”
“We been working with Ms Jenn for while, she's our first and only choice whenever we need any real estate. Definitely recommended to friends and family”
“From the first day Maura came to our house during the sale process she was extremely professional but also kind and realistic. When things were not going smoothly with the buyers agent Maura was always quick to get to the bottom of things. It's a very emotional process selling a house and she understands that and seems to strive to make things as easy as possible. Maura definitely went the extra mile for us. She also had to come out to the middle of nowhere to list our house, and most of the places we viewed were not close. When she couldn't make it she was quick to send someone else for us. The whole team seemed very knowledgeable about the housing market in general. We very much appreciated everything the team did for us.”
“Kody will help you along through every process of selling your home. Anytime I reached out to him with questions he was quick to reply with easy to understand answers. I would highly recommend with sale of your property. Thanks again Kody!”
“Ayan Abdirizak has been a pleasure to work with, she was very patient and helpful in finding our home. I truly cannot recommend her enough to friends and family. I will definitely work with Ayan in the future.”
“Matt was incredible. We haven't bought or sold a house in a very long time, and he made the whole process very simple and easy to navigate. On top of being super professional, he's just an all around great guy and wonderful to work with.”
“For my first time home purchase my experience couldnt of been more memorable ny relator keep me up to date every step of the way and went above and beyond to find me exactly what i was looking for me and my family appreciate you and look forward to working with you again!”
“Michael went above and beyond to help me buy my first home. As a veteran, I truly appreciated his dedication, patience, and professionalism throughout the entire process. He made sure I found a house that fit my needs perfectly and guided me every step of the way. His commitment and genuine care made the experience smooth and stress-free.”
“Jen was great to work with. Super easy to communicate with as we navigated the sale process.”
“Jenny was amazing. We are so grateful for her and all she did for us. She went above and beyond!”
“We were hesitant to purchase a new home in a new state after a rough experience before. Tracy reassured, listened, explained, comforted, and fought for us every single step of the way. She was real and honest and genuine from day one. She surpassed our expectations and showed us that house buying can be a worthwhile adventure. All of our family and friends already know what a true Rockstar she is and continues to be. And bonus points, fantastic personality. Thank you, Tracy... for everything.”
“Incredibly professional and knowledgeable. She truly helped find a place that fit us well. Gave honest professional advice and helped us look at each property with a critical eye. So happy we found her! Would absolutely go through her again for all of our real estate needs.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“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”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
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