March 2025 Cincinnati Real Estate Market Update: Spring Listings Are Blooming—But Prices Are Budging (Just Barely)

Spring is in the air, and so is a whole lot of real estate activity. In true Cincinnati fashion, March brought a mix of sunshine, snowflakes, and a real estate market that’s shifting just enough to keep everyone on their toes. Whether you're buying, selling, or just watching Zillow for sport, here’s what March’s market stats reveal—and what they mean for you.

🌼 March 2025 at a Glance

• Median Sold Price: $290,000 (↓ 0.2%)
  

• Units Sold: 1,320 (↓ 4.1%)
  

• Total Sold Volume: $481,144,346 (↑ 2.1%)
  

• New Listings: 2,044 (↑ 15.7%)
  

• Active Inventory: 1,930 (↑ 47.6%)
  

• Median Days on Market: 4 days (↑ 33.3%)
  

🏡 For Buyers: More Choices, But the Clock’s Still Ticking

Buyers, rejoice! The spring market brought you a bouquet of new listings—up 15.7%—and active inventory nearly 50% higher than this time last year. Translation? You finally have options beyond that one overpriced fixer-upper that smells like 1978.

Better yet, median home prices dipped ever so slightly—down 0.2%. It’s not a fire sale, but in a market where prices usually go up, a little dip can feel like a delightful surprise.

That said, don’t let the extra inventory lull you into a false sense of luxury. Homes are still selling in a median of just 4 days. Yes, that’s up a day from last year—but it’s still not enough time to “sleep on it.” Think more “power nap,” less “weekend retreat.”

🏠 For Sellers: You’re Still in the Driver’s Seat—But the Lane’s a Bit Busier

Sellers, your equity is still in a strong spot, but the game is changing. While home values have held mostly steady, there’s more competition out there: new listings are up, and active inventory has surged by nearly 48%.

Even with units sold dipping 4.1%, overall sold volume rose 2.1%, meaning serious buyers are still signing on the dotted line—just with a bit more negotiating power in their pocket.

Your key to success? Presentation. With more options out there, your home needs to shine. Think clean, light-filled, fresh-smelling, and free of that collection of 37 decorative throw pillows (we all have them, it’s okay).

🔑 Key Takeaways from the March 2025 Cincinnati Market

For Buyers:

• More homes to choose from than we’ve seen in over a year
  

• Prices are stable—with a tiny downward nudge
  

• Don’t delay—homes are still moving fast
  
  

For Sellers:

• Buyers are active and spending
  

• Competition is heating up—pricing and prep matter more than ever
  

• Be ready to move quickly, even if buyers aren’t lining up within the hour
  

💬 Ready to Make Your Move This Spring?

Whether you're looking for your next home, preparing to list, or just need a little guidance on timing, I’m here to help you navigate the Cincinnati real estate market—seasoned, steady, and stylishly strategic.

📞 Let’s talk about how these March trends impact your plans.