The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 45614 sells for about $121,500, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 90 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $529 a month.
ZIP 45614 — Centerville
The housing market in 45614 is characterized by low inventory and very affordable home values compared to national averages. Market activity is slow, reflecting the rural nature of the Bidwell area, with stable pricing trends driven by local demand.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious buyers and families seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with lower costs of living compared to urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 90 days on market with 9.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.8% · poverty 22.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 45614, Gallia 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.
Local schools are primarily served by the Gallia County Local School District, which provides rural educational services to the Bidwell area.
The area is subject to standard regional flood risks associated with the Ohio River valley and typical Midwestern weather patterns.
Economic momentum is modest, driven largely by local agricultural, educational, and healthcare services in Gallia County.
Property taxes are assessed by Gallia County based on the appraised value of real estate, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commutes, with travel times averaging approximately 23.4 minutes to reach regional employment hubs.
Recreational opportunities are primarily rural, featuring access to local parks and outdoor spaces within the broader Gallia County region.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with rents remaining significantly below national averages.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and agricultural sectors within Gallia County.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with limited public transit infrastructure available in this rural geography.
Development activity is currently limited, with no major large-scale commercial or residential projects reported.
The Gallia County Auditor's office manages property assessments and tax records for all parcels within the county.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district tax levies, with no major MUD or PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, reflecting the rural nature of the area and moderate hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from SimpleMaps and Census ACS profiles.
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.
Hosts local community events and agricultural exhibitions.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.