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Is Sterling, OH 44276 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Sterling is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96.5%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market19Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$152▲ +61.5% vs. last year

The Sterling housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Sterling, OH 44276 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 19 days. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 100%, homes sold more slowly (7 days then) and the median sale price rose 40% to $234,399. Overall, Sterling is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Wayne County, homes here sell faster than in 75% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 67%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Burbank 44214 (0% sold over asking) or Apple Creek 44606 (25% sold over asking), while Smithville 44677 (80% sold over asking) and Rittman 44270 (58% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Apple Creek 44606Seller’s market $177 /sq ftBurbank 44214Balanced $316 /sq ftCreston 44217Seller’s market $186 /sq ftDalton 44618Seller’s market $212 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Sterling real estate

How fast do homes sell in Sterling?

The typical home went under contract in 19 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Sterling sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.5% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Sterling?

About 1.17% of a home’s value a year in Wayne County, or roughly $4,680 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Sterling?

The median sale price was $234,399 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $152 per square foot.

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