The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 41051 sells for about $398,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,291 a month.
ZIP 41051 — Independence
The housing market in 41051 is showing steady growth with rising home values and active buyer interest. While inventory remains tight, the area's appeal as a suburban hub for Cincinnati continues to drive demand and support price appreciation.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking suburban living with access to Cincinnati's job market, offering a balance of affordability and community amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.0% · poverty 7.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 41051, Kenton County KY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Independence generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader Cincinnati metropolitan area, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains a community-focused approach to safety.
Schools serving the area are part of the Kenton County School District, which is generally well-regarded for its academic performance and extracurricular offerings.
The area faces standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with minimal flood risk outside of designated low-lying creek areas.
Independence is experiencing steady residential growth as a suburban bedroom community, with ongoing infrastructure improvements to support increased traffic and utility demand.
Property taxes are assessed by Kenton County and the state of Kentucky, with rates determined by local school district levies and municipal service requirements.
Residents primarily commute by car to employment hubs in downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky via the I-75 corridor, with average commute times reflecting suburban distance.
The area features several local parks, including Memorial Park, and is within a short drive of regional shopping centers and golf courses in the Northern Kentucky area.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and low vacancy rates, with a mix of single-family rentals and newer apartment complexes.
The local economy is tied to the broader Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky region, with major employment sectors including healthcare, logistics, and professional services.
Transportation is heavily reliant on the I-75 and I-275 highway network, with limited public transit options available for direct commuting.
City planning focuses on managing suburban sprawl and improving road infrastructure to accommodate population growth.
The Kenton County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) conducts annual assessments to ensure property values reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Kenton County school taxes and local municipal utility assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low exposure to major natural disasters.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 41051 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.
- Nova Trampoline and Adventure Park4.314.4 mi
- Silverlake "The Family Place"4.57.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.116.9 mi
- Activate Games4.916.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Florence4.27.1 mi
- Great American Ball Park4.711.4 mi
- TQL Stadium4.712.3 mi
- Paycor Stadium4.411.3 mi
- Riverbend Music Center4.510.2 mi
- Heritage Bank Center4.211.5 mi
- Newport Aquarium4.611.3 mi
- Findlay Market4.712.6 mi
- Cincinnati Museum Center4.712.2 mi
- Cincinnati Art Museum4.812.7 mi
- Krohn Conservatory4.712.8 mi
- Creation Museum4.617.1 mi
- Cincinnati Museum Center4.712.2 mi
- Cincinnati Art Museum4.812.7 mi
- American Sign Museum4.814.6 mi
- Cincinnati Music Hall4.912.2 mi
- Krohn Conservatory4.712.8 mi
- Smale Riverfront Park4.811.3 mi
- Washington Park4.712.2 mi
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site4.612.1 mi
- Eden Park4.712.7 mi
- Four Seasons Marina4.512.2 mi
- Riverside Marina Bar and Grill4.413.1 mi
- The Marina at Manhattan Harbour4.213.3 mi
- Morningstar Marinas4.612.3 mi
- Williamstown Marina4.618.7 mi
- The Golf Courses Of Kenton County3.93.7 mi
- Twin Oaks Golf & Magnolia Room4.37.8 mi
- California Golf Course4.311.1 mi
- Devou Park Golf & Event Center4.49.8 mi
- Boone Links Golf & Event Center49.7 mi
- Findlay Market4.712.6 mi
- Florence Mall47.7 mi
- Newport on the Levee4.511.4 mi
- Publix Super Market at Triple Crown Shopping Center4.55.9 mi
- Meijer4.27.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Central community park with sports fields and walking trails.
Local retail and dining hub serving the immediate area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.