Lancaster

Homes for Sale in Lancaster, Ohio

Fairfield County, OH

5 Active Listings

$399,900 Median Price

$594,960 Average Price

$287 Price / Sq Ft

Located in Fairfield County in central Ohio, Lancaster is a city of about 40,902 residents with a housing stock of 18,153 units. Just over half of occupied homes are owner-occupied, at 56.9 percent, while renters pay a median gross rent of $999 per month. The median household income is $54,901. Most residents commute to work, with an average travel time of 24.9 minutes, and a small share of the workforce, about 2.8 percent, works from home. The city sits roughly 30 miles southeast of Columbus and serves as the county seat of Fairfield County, giving it access to county government services and institutions. Lancaster has a well-established manufacturing heritage and continues to function as a regional employment and commercial hub for the surrounding area. Its housing inventory reflects a mix of older and newer construction typical of a mid-sized Ohio city that has grown steadily over several decades.

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

Market Overview

2,073 Avg Sq Ft

4.2 Avg Beds

2.4 Avg Baths

1998 Avg Year Built

7.65 ac Avg Lot Size

$4,293 Avg Annual Tax

Demographics

40,902 Population

$54,901 Median Income

$180,200 Census Home Value

36.9 Median Age

18,153 Housing Units

56.9% Owner Occupied

$999 Median Rent

13.2% Bachelor's Degree

24.9 min Avg Commute

7.7% Vacancy Rate

14.8% Poverty Rate

5.0% Unemployment

0.1% Public Transit

2.8% Work from Home

Race / Ethnicity

White

91.5%

Two or More

4.6%

Black

1.8%

Other

1.1%

Asian

0.7%

Native American

0.3%

Pacific Islander

0.1%

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

Crime Statistics (2024)

34.4 Violent Crime Rate per 100K/month

180.7 Property Crime Rate per 100K/month

172 Total Violent Offenses 2024 annual

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (OH0230100)

Housing Price Trend (10 Years)

Home prices in Ohio have risen 98% over the past 9 years, compared to 87% 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

Residential

School Districts

School District	Rating	Listings	Avg Price
Lancaster CSD		3	$173,299
Bloom-Carroll LSD		1	$1,675,000

School ratings from SchoolDigger.com

Frequently Asked Questions about Lancaster

The median home price in Lancaster is $399,900, with active listings ranging from $54,999 to $1,675,000.

There are currently 5 active listings in Lancaster, Ohio.

The average price per square foot in Lancaster is $287, based on currently active listings.

Lancaster is served by Lancaster CSD, Bloom-Carroll LSD.

Lancaster has a population of 40,902 residents with a median age of 36.9.

Homes in Lancaster average 2,073 square feet with 4.2 bedrooms and 2.4 bathrooms.

Lancaster has a 56.9% owner-occupied rate and a 7.7% vacancy rate. The median rent is $999.

The average commute time for Lancaster residents is 24.9 minutes.

Map of Lancaster

Latest Listings in Lancaster

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Recently Sold Homes in Lancaster

Address	Sold Price	Beds	Baths	Sq Ft	Sold Date
2445 Columbus-Lancaster Road NW, Lancaster, OH 43130	$95,000	4	2	1,600	Oct 20, 2026
2445 Columbus-Lancaster Road NW, Lancaster, OH 43130	$22,500	2	1	--	Aug 25, 2026

Recently sold listings from the last 90 days, provided through the MLS IDX database. See full disclaimer below.

Nearby Cities in Fairfield County

Thornville 3 listings | Median $359,000 Pickerington 1 listing | Median $575,000 Millersport 1 listing | Median $949,000

About the agent serving Lancaster

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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