Adams County

Homes for Sale in Adams County, Ohio

County Overview

2 Active Listings

$695,834 Median Price

$695,835 Average Price

$0 Price / Sq Ft

Tucked into the hill country of southern Ohio, Adams County is a rural, sparsely populated area of about 27,510 residents with a median household income of $49,521 and an owner-occupied rate of 71.0%, reflecting a community where homeownership is the norm. Active inventory is extremely thin at the moment, with only a handful of properties on the market, meaning buyers have very limited options and competitive conditions can develop quickly around any new listing. Given the county's income profile, current pricing sits at a premium relative to typical local earnings, suggesting that available homes may represent larger acreages, working farms, or properties with distinctive rural features that push values well above what everyday wage data might suggest. Buyers relocating from higher-cost metro areas may still find the landscape and lifestyle appealing at these price points, while local move-up buyers may face affordability challenges. Anyone serious about purchasing here should be prepared to act decisively when suitable inventory appears.

Market description generated from current MLS and U.S. Census data.

Market Overview

2010 Avg Year Built

1.38 ac Avg Lot Size

$7,893 Avg Annual Tax

Demographics

27,510 Population

$49,521 Median Income

$157,500 Census Home Value

42.3 Median Age

12,737 Housing Units

71.0% Owner Occupied

$700 Median Rent

7.4% Bachelor's Degree

33.9 min Avg Commute

19.7% Vacancy Rate

20.3% Poverty Rate

6.5% Unemployment

0.7% Public Transit

1.5% Work from Home

Race / Ethnicity

White

96.5%

Two or More

2.2%

Asian

0.4%

Black

0.4%

Other

0.3%

Native American

0.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Crime Statistics (2024)

5.2 Violent Crime Rate per 100K/month

14.8 Property Crime Rate per 100K/month

12 Total Violent Offenses 2024 annual

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (OH0010000)

Housing Price Trend (10 Years)

Home prices in Ohio have risen 99% over the past 9 years, compared to 88% nationally.

Source: Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED), FHFA All-Transactions House Price Index, Ohio vs national

Price Distribution

Under $100K

$100K - $200K

$200K - $300K

$300K - $500K

$500K - $750K

$750K - $1M

Over $1M

Property Types

Land

Commercial Sale

Frequently Asked Questions about Adams County

The median home price in Adams County is $695,834, with active listings ranging from $37,999 to $1,353,670.

There are currently 2 active listings in Adams County, Ohio.

Adams County has a population of 27,510 residents with a median age of 42.3.

Adams County has a 71.0% owner-occupied rate and a 19.7% vacancy rate. The median rent is $700.

The average commute time for Adams County residents is 33.9 minutes.

Map of Adams County

Latest Listings in Adams County

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Nearby Cities in Adams County

Peebles 1 listings | Median $37,999 Seaman 1 listings | Median $1,353,670

About the agent serving Adams County

Steven Pannell

Licensed Ohio real estate agent · Key Realty

8+ years of experience

Licensed since 2017, with years of hands-on real estate investing experience before that. I became an agent to enhance my own investment knowledge, but discovered my true calling: guiding clients through one of life's biggest decisions. As a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), I bring both investor insight and proven negotiation skills to every transaction. Whether you're buying your first home or selling an investment property, you'll have an experienced advocate in your corner who understands the market from every angle.

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