National median homeowner tenure is 12 years, the longest median since at least 2022.
Cincinnati averages 12.7 years; Columbus 11.4 years, the shortest among Ohio major metros.
Cleveland ranks 3rd among major metros, behind San Jose 18.7 years and Los Angeles 20 years.
Longer tenure can limit affordable options for first-time buyers, especially in older markets with low turnover.
Tenure was 6.5 years in 2005; 2025 tenure measured from last sale date to Dec. 1, 2025.
