The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 43711 sells for about $245,000, or $142 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 43711 — Ava
The housing market in 43711 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by local buyers seeking affordable single-family homes, though limited supply keeps sales volume constrained.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are comfortable with longer commutes to access major employment and retail centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% 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 4.8% · poverty 9.5% — 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 6.8%/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 5.9%/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 43711, Muskingum County OH
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving this area are primarily part of local rural districts, which generally maintain stable but modest performance ratings.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal severe thunderstorms and occasional localized flooding in low-lying areas near water bodies.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and proximity to regional employment hubs in larger nearby cities.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with specific millage rates applied for school districts and local municipal services.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commutes, with travel times to regional employment centers averaging 30-45 minutes via state highways.
The area features access to local parks, rural trails, and nearby fishing spots, with limited large-scale shopping or entertainment venues within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting primarily of single-family homes and small multi-family units with low turnover rates.
The local economy is anchored by agricultural operations, small-scale manufacturing, and local government services.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with limited public transit options available for regional commuting.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The county appraisal district conducts triennial reappraisals to ensure property values align with market trends.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk profile for major natural disasters.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 43711 profile.
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.
- The Wilds4.88.8 mi
- Big Muskie Bucket4.712.8 mi
- Wolf Run State Park4.23.6 mi
- Premiere Theatre 74.211.8 mi
- Jackson Park4.28.7 mi
- National Road-Zane Grey Museum4.716.6 mi
- National Museum of Cambridge Glass4.813 mi
- John & Annie Glenn Museum4.814.1 mi
- The Inns at 8th and Main519.8 mi
- Seneca Lake Park4.39.1 mi
- Wolf Run State Park4.23.6 mi
- Great Guernsey Trail4.812.8 mi
- Byesville Village Park4.59.6 mi
- Jackson Park4.28.7 mi
- Seneca Lake Park4.39.1 mi
- Seneca Lake Marina4.59.9 mi
- Sugartree Marina4.419.9 mi
- Salt Fork State Park Marina4.717.3 mi
- Rural King4.411.1 mi
- Cambridge Square4.411.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides scenic river access and recreational boating opportunities.
Features basic playground equipment and picnic areas for local residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.