Hamilton County's September 2026 MIBOR report tells a story worth reading carefully: the median sale price eased 1.2% year over year to $487,000, while price per square foot rose 4.4% to $190, the strongest reading in the county's key pricing metric.

The apparent contradiction resolves simply. Buyers are choosing smaller homes, which cost less overall but carry more value per square foot. Active listings reached 1,009, the most since 2023, even as new listings fell 32.1% to 544, pointing to more choice and a steadier pace rather than a flood of new sellers.

For buyers, that means the strongest selection in years and room to negotiate from a position of choice. For sellers, competition is real: move-in-ready homes priced right from day one are still selling, while overpriced listings sit. For downsizers, this may be the most favorable window in years, since the segment holding its value best is smaller homes.

With 25+ years in Hamilton County real estate and credentials as an Associate Broker (SRES, CREN), I help clients read these month-to-month shifts and turn them into a clear plan. Read the full breakdown below, and reach out with any questions.

• Median sale price $487,000, down 1.2% year over year
• Price per square foot up 4.4% to $190
• Active listings at 1,009, the most since 2023; new listings down 32.1%
• Average days on market 42, up from 39
• 2.1 months of supply: a balanced market with real buyer choice
• Contact: 317-777-9146 or book at the consultation link

Read the full article here: https://everythinghamiltoncounty.com/blog/hamilton-county-market-update-september-2026/

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