When you’re trying to decide whether now is a good time to buy or sell in Coshocton County, the first question is always the same: what is actually happening in our local housing market right now? In this quick update, I’ll walk you through what I’m seeing in the early 2026 numbers compared to the same period last year, so you can make confident decisions.

Quick answer: What changed since last year?

Looking at residential sold properties in Coshocton County from January 1 through February 17:

• 2025: 43 homes sold, median close price $165,000, median days on market 38 days.​
• 2026: 33 homes sold, median close price $199,000, median days on market 45 days.​

In simple terms:

• About 23% fewer sales closed so far in 2026, but the typical sold price jumped up by about 21% year over year.
• Homes are still selling in about a month and a half, which is a normal, healthy market pace.
• This looks like a quality over quantity market: fewer overall deals, but stronger prices for the homes that do sell.

How busy is the market right now?

A common question I hear is: “Are homes still selling in Coshocton, or has everything slowed down?” In early 2025, we saw 43 residential sales close between January 1 and February 17, while in the same period in 2026 we have 33 closings.

Here’s what that means for you:

• Buyer activity is more selective in early 2026—fewer deals, but absolutely not a frozen market.
• Serious buyers are still out there writing offers; they’re just choosier about condition, price, and payment.
• If your home is priced correctly and shows well, it can absolutely be one of those 33 successful sales rather than one that sits.

If you live in Coshocton, West Lafayette, Warsaw, or one of the smaller surrounding communities, this is a “normalizing” market—not boom, not bust, just more realistic than the frenzy years.

What’s happening with prices?

The other big question is: “Are prices going up or down in Coshocton?” The MLS shows that the median close price has actually moved up significantly, from $165,000 in early 2025 to $199,000 in early 2026—about a 21% increase year over year.

Key takeaways:

• Even with fewer total closings, the middle-of-the-pack sale is substantially higher in price than last year’s typical sale.
• Buyers are still willing to pay strong prices for homes that are well‑located, maintained, and realistically priced relative to today’s conditions.
• This is not a “crash” pattern; it looks more like fewer but higher-quality sales in the current environment.

For a typical three‑bedroom home in town or on modest acreage, that’s good news if you’re planning to sell and are prepared to present your home well.

How fast are homes selling?

“How long will it take my home to sell?” is another question I get all the time in Coshocton. The stats show:

• 2025: median 38 days on market.​
• 2026: median 45 days on market.​

So what does that tell us?

• The market has slowed slightly—about one extra week to close compared to last year—but it’s not dramatic.
• Most successful listings are still going under contract within about a month and a half.
• Homes that are overpriced or need work are the ones more likely to sit well beyond those median numbers.

With the right price and presentation, you can still expect a reasonably predictable timeline to sell in Coshocton.

What does this mean if you’re thinking of selling?

If you own a home in Coshocton County, here’s how I’d read these numbers as your local Realtor:

• Fewer overall sales means you want your home to be one of the “best” options in your price range, not just another listing.
• A 21% jump in median close price year over year means the market is still rewarding well‑positioned, well‑presented homes.
• A median DOM around 38–45 days means patience plus strategy wins—you don’t need a bidding war on day one to get a solid result.

The key is to price your home in line with what’s actually selling now, not just what sold in the peak years or what you hope to get. Work with a Realtor who knows how to position your home against the 33 solds (not the listings that expired or withdrew), and you’ll be in good shape.

How much inventory is on the market?

To understand your options as a buyer or seller, it helps to look at how many homes are actually for sale in Coshocton right now. In this same timeframe, the MLS shows 47 active residential listings in Coshocton County, with a median list price of about $189,000.​

What that means for you:

• Buyers have choices, but this is not a flooded market—inventory is limited enough that good homes still stand out.
• List prices (around $189,000 on the median) are in the same ballpark as recent sold prices, which keeps the market relatively balanced.
• As a seller, your pricing strategy needs to consider both the 33 recent solds and the 47 homes you’re competing with today.

Friendly next step: Let’s put these numbers to work for your address

If you’re in Coshocton and you’re wondering what this January–February 2026 market update means for your home specifically, I’d be happy to walk through it with you one‑on‑one. I’m Matthias Sterzer, The German Realtor® with Kaufman Realty, and I specialize in helping local homeowners understand the real numbers behind today’s headlines.

Reach out if you’d like to:

• See how your home compares to the 33 solds in Coshocton from this January–February period.
• Get a realistic price range based on today’s buyers and today’s data—not last year’s market.
• Talk through whether it makes sense to list now or wait for a different season.

No pressure, just straight numbers and clear advice so you can make the best decision for you and your family.