The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 43102 sells for about $325,000, or $198 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $963 a month.
ZIP 43102 — Amanda
The housing market in 43102 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by low inventory and steady demand for rural-fringe living. While sales volume is constrained by limited supply, the market continues to attract buyers seeking value outside the Columbus urban core.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a rural lifestyle with proximity to Columbus employment hubs, as well as buyers looking for more land and space than is available in the urban core.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.0% · poverty 11.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 43102, Fairfield County OH
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Amanda area are generally lower than the regional average for the Columbus metropolitan area, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends in recent years.
The area is served by the Amanda-Clearcreek Local School District, which is generally characterized as a stable, rural-suburban district with satisfactory academic performance ratings.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with localized flood risks near low-lying areas and creek beds. Insurance premiums are consistent with broader Ohio averages for inland residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the expanding Columbus logistics and manufacturing corridors, though the immediate ZIP remains largely rural and residential. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining regional highway connectivity.
Property taxes are assessed by Fairfield County based on the local millage rate, which includes levies for the school district and county services. There are no special MUD or PID districts commonly found in newer suburban developments.
Commuting to the Columbus employment core typically requires a 35-45 minute drive via US-33, as there is limited public transit infrastructure available in this rural-fringe area.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including access to local parks and nearby state nature preserves, with limited commercial shopping and dining options within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family options available. Rent growth has remained steady, tracking with regional inflation.
The local economy is supported by a mix of agriculture, local services, and a significant commuter population working in the broader Columbus metropolitan area. Major regional employers include logistics, healthcare, and education sectors in nearby Lancaster and Columbus.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US-33 serving as the primary corridor for regional access. Public transit options are not available in this rural ZIP code.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential infill and small-scale commercial improvements along the main thoroughfares.
Fairfield County Auditor manages property assessments, with reappraisals occurring on a triennial cycle to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to school district levies for Amanda-Clearcreek Local Schools and county-wide tax assessments for services.
Property insurance market is stable, with standard coverage for wind and fire; flood insurance is required only for properties located in designated floodplains near local creeks.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 43102.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Olde Dutch4.417.7 mi
- Circleville Pumpkin Show4.610 mi
- BrewDog DogTap Columbus4.516.7 mi
- Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre4.717.3 mi
- Ross County Fairgrounds4.419.3 mi
- Rock House4.910.8 mi
- Cantwell Cliffs4.810.8 mi
- Rising Park4.811.7 mi
- Slate Run Metro Park4.810.8 mi
- Hocking Hills Canopy Tours4.912.8 mi
- Circleville Pumpkin Show4.610 mi
- Jack Pine Studio4.910.1 mi
- AHA! A Hands-On Adventure A Children's Museum4.510.6 mi
- Fairfield County Infirmary4.912.5 mi
- Motts Military Museum, Inc.4.918.4 mi
- Rock House4.910.8 mi
- Cantwell Cliffs4.810.8 mi
- Rising Park4.811.7 mi
- Slate Run Metro Park4.810.8 mi
- Clear Creek Metro Park4.77.3 mi
- Meijer4.311 mi
- River Valley Mall3.810.8 mi
- Rural King4.410.8 mi
- Hocking Hills Market4.512.9 mi
- Peddlers Junction Vendor Mall - Lancaster Ohio4.310.7 mi
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport4.327.7 mi
- Rickenbacker International Airport4.417.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Large regional nature preserve nearby offering extensive hiking trails and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.