ZIP Code Market Report
45891 — Van Wert, OH
Data through February 2026 · Updated monthly
Avg Home Value
$178,178
▲ 6.8% year-over-year
Month-over-Month
-0.8%
▼ 0.8%
Single Family
$175,104
Condo / Co-op
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The average home value in the 45891 ZIP code (Van Wert, OHIO) is $178,178 as of February 2026. Home prices are rising, up 6.8% compared to last year.
A 3-bedroom home in 45891 is valued at $190,690. 1-bedroom units start around $102,207.
The market in 45891 has a $164,980 spread between bottom-tier homes at $119,060 and top-tier homes at $284,040. Bottom-tier properties represent the primary opportunity range for real estate investors using the 70% rule, fix-and-flip, or BRRRR strategies.
Looking ahead, Zillow's forecast model projects home values in the 45891 ZIP code will increase 0.4% over the next 12 months, bringing the projected average to approximately $178,891. This modest projected change should be factored into any investment analysis for properties in this area.
This report is part of the Van Wert County market area in OHIO. For a broader view of the housing market including rent data, market activity, and affordability analysis, see the full Van Wert County report.
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Market Snapshot
45891 Housing Market at a Glance
Key metrics for the last 3 months with trend direction.
| Metric | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | 3-Mo Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Home Value | $179,856 | $179,612 | $178,178 | ▼ 0.9% |
| Single Family Value | $172,140 | $173,719 | $175,104 | ▲ 1.7% |
Home Values
45891 Home Value Trend
Historical home values for ZIP code 45891. Switch between All Homes, Single Family, Bottom Tier, and Top Tier.
Source: Zillow Research ZHVI / ZORI · Updated monthly
By Bedroom
What Homes Cost in 45891
Median home values by bedroom count in this ZIP code.
| Bedrooms | Median Value |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $102,207 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $130,460 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $190,690 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $228,884 |
Property Types
Home Values by Property Type in 45891
How different property types compare in this ZIP code.
All Homes
$178,178
Single Family
$175,104
Bottom Tier
$119,060
Top Tier
$284,040
Forecast
12-Month Home Value Forecast for 45891
Zillow projects home values in 45891 will increase 0.4% over the next year, reaching approximately $178,891.
Current Value
$178,178
Projected Change
+0.4%
▲ 0.4%
Projected Value
$178,891
Source: Zillow Home Value Forecast (ZHVF). Forecasts are not guarantees.
Data Sources and Methodology
Home value data for ZIP code 45891 comes from the Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), updated monthly. ZHVI measures the typical home value using Zillow's automated valuation model, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.
This report was last updated February 2026. Data is refreshed on the 17th of each month.
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