 In late 2009 , the average home value in Cleveland was $ 139 @,@ 900 , Cincinnati $ 149 @,@ 900 , and Columbus $ 164 @,@ 900 . Clear Capital 's Home Data Index in July 2009 showed that Cleveland , Columbus and Cincinnati led the nation in home value increases , up 19 @.@ 6 , 15 @.@ 6 and 12 @.@ 9 percent . The top five counties through November 2006 for average listing price were Geauga County at $ 388 @,@ 822 , Ottawa County at $ 314 @,@ 786 , Union County at $ 306 @,@ 872 , Warren County at $ 267 @,@ 236 , and Hamilton County at $ 237 @,@ 965 . 
