45242 — Montgomery, OH Home Values
Typical home value $558,975 as of June 2026 · 5th of 156 in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 45242, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 45242 compares in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN area
ZIP code 45242 (Montgomery, OH) has a typical home value of $558,975 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 156 ZIP codes tracked in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN area, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +34.3%, from $416,073 in June 2021 to $558,975 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 23.9× the annual rent ($1,946/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cincinnati.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 45242 has a population of 22,253, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 76.7% White, 7.6% Asian, 7.3% Black or African American, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 3.1% two or more races, 0.5% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Elementary School | 9609 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH | 0.8 mi |
| Maple Dale Elementary School | 6100 Hagewa Dr, Cincinnati, OH | 0.8 mi |
| Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School | 5200 Aldine Dr, Cincinnati, OH | 1.1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 45242?
$558,975 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 45242 an expensive ZIP code in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN area?
45242 ranks 5th of 156 ZIP codes in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN area by typical home value, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 45242 changed over the past year?
+4.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 45242?
The typical home price is 23.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,946/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 45242?
22,253, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 45242?
Montgomery Elementary School (0.8 mi), Maple Dale Elementary School (0.8 mi), Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School (1.1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 45242?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.