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Rising Home Values and Declining Ownership: Fremont's Industrial City Housing Trends
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Property Value
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Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
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Property Value
Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
Fremont, Ohio, a city situated along the Sandusky River, has experienced notable shifts in its housing market over the past decade. This analysis examines the trends in homeownership, average home prices, and average rent prices in Fremont from 2013 to 2022, revealing interesting patterns in the local real estate landscape.
The homeownership rate in Fremont has shown a general decline from 2013 to 2022, while average home prices have steadily increased. In 2013, 69% of Fremont's residents owned their homes, but by 2022, this figure had decreased to 63%. Conversely, average home prices rose from $93,697 in 2013 to $143,470 in 2022, representing a substantial 53% increase over the decade. This inverse relationship suggests that rising home prices may have made homeownership less attainable for some residents.
Federal interest rates have played a significant role in shaping homeownership trends in Fremont. From 2013 to 2016, interest rates remained extremely low, hovering around 0.1%. During this period, homeownership rates in Fremont declined slightly from 69% to 64%. As interest rates began to rise from 2017 onwards, reaching 1.68% in 2022, homeownership rates stabilized around 61-63%. This pattern suggests that while low interest rates generally encourage homeownership, other local factors such as rising home prices may have counteracted this effect in Fremont.
The rental market in Fremont has also seen notable changes. The percentage of renters increased from 31% in 2013 to 37% in 2022, mirroring the decline in homeownership. Average rent prices fluctuated over this period, starting at $697 in 2013, dipping to $665 in 2014, and then gradually rising to $727 by 2022. This represents a modest 4.3% increase in average rent over the decade. The rise in the renter population, coupled with relatively stable rent prices, suggests that renting became a more attractive or necessary option for many Fremont residents as home prices increased.
Looking at more recent data, average home prices in Fremont continued to rise, reaching $153,152 in 2023 and $162,626 in 2024. This represents a 13.4% increase from 2022 to 2024, indicating a robust housing market. Simultaneously, federal interest rates have significantly increased, reaching 5.02% in 2023 and 5.33% in 2024, which may impact future homeownership trends and mortgage affordability.
Applying predictive models to forecast 5-year trends, we anticipate that average home prices in Fremont will continue to rise, potentially reaching around $190,000 by 2029. This projection is based on the consistent upward trend observed over the past decade and recent acceleration in price growth. Average rent prices are also expected to increase, albeit at a slower rate, potentially reaching approximately $800 per month by 2029.
In summary, Fremont's housing market has been characterized by rising home prices, a gradual shift from homeownership to renting, and relatively stable rent prices over the past decade. The recent surge in home prices and federal interest rates suggests a dynamic market environment. As Fremont moves forward, these trends indicate a potential need for diverse housing options to accommodate changing resident preferences and economic conditions.
