Market Intelligence Report — OH-020

Portsmouth, OH

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Ref. No: 2026-OH-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Stabilizing

Median Listing

$220K
+5.9% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.54
-9.5% YoY

Active Inventory

129
-1.5% YoY

Median DOM

52 Days
+1.0% YoY

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The Portsmouth, OH market is stabilizing with a pending ratio of 0.54, indicating a balanced absorption of available inventory. Active listings show a slight year-over-year contraction of -1.5%, contributing to this equilibrium. Median listing prices have increased by 5.9% year-over-year, despite a minor month-over-month decline of -0.2%.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Portsmouth market right now.

The market is experiencing a stabilizing trend, characterized by a modest year-over-year increase in median listing price of 5.9%. However, new listings have decreased substantially by -34.4% year-over-year, while active listings show a slight year-over-year contraction of -1.5%. The pending ratio has declined by -9.5% year-over-year, settling at 0.54, which indicates a shift towards a more balanced market dynamic compared to previous periods.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$220K-0.2% MoM

Active Inventory

129-1.5% YoY

Days on Market

52+1.0% YoY

Sold Score™

72-9.5% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

72
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

Negotiating leverage is balanced, driven by a pending ratio of 0.54 which reflects moderate absorption pace. Inventory pressure is relatively consistent, as active listings have only contracted by -1.5% over the past year. Price discipline remains important, with median listing prices showing a 5.9% year-over-year increase, though recent monthly adjustments suggest responsiveness to market conditions.

Luxury Segment

The luxury segment does not present a clear distinct signal. While the average listing price experienced a year-over-year decline of -2.0%, the median $/sqft also decreased by -7.1% year-over-year, which may imply some pressure in higher price tiers, but without further data on price-tier distribution, it is difficult to draw firm conclusions.

Supply Dynamics

129 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 42 per month.

Pricing Pressure
19.1%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -0.9% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -7.1% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.54

Pending-to-active ratio — Stabilizing.

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Stabilizing

Selling in Portsmouth, OH? Buyer Demand Index is running at 54%.

Portsmouth, OH is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
54%
Median Days on Market
52 days
Inventory YoY
−2%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Portsmouth, OH
CBSA Code
39020
State
OH
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Portsmouth?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Portsmouth metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.54 with median days on market at 52.

  • Are home prices dropping in Portsmouth?+

    Median listing price is $220K, +5.9% year over year. 19.1% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Portsmouth?+

    The typical listing sits 52 days on market, a +1.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 42 per month.

  • What's happening in the Portsmouth luxury market?+

    The luxury segment does not present a clear distinct signal. While the average listing price experienced a year-over-year decline of -2.0%, the median $/sqft also decreased by -7.1% year-over-year, which may imply some pressure in higher price tiers, but without further data on price-tier distribution, it is difficult to draw firm conclusions.

  • Where can I find a trusted Portsmouth real estate expert?+

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Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 39020 · 36mo history