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Sterling, OHSterling, OH property taxes. Off the peak. Check your notice.
In January 2026, the typical home in Sterling was worth about $285,000, 21.1% below the February 2023 peak of $361,000. If your assessment still reflects peak-era prices, a complaint may be worth filing.
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What Sterling home values did
Sterling values peaked in February 2023 and were 21.1% lower by January 2026. In the year to January 2026, they rose 1.9%.
Since January, values have risen 3.9% through August 2026.
| Month | Typical value | vs. a year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| January 2021 | $200,000 | +12.1% |
| January 2022 | $233,000 | +16.3% |
| January 2023 | $356,000 | +52.9% |
| January 2024 | $264,000 | -25.9% |
| January 2025 | $280,000 | +6.0% |
| January 2026 | $285,000 | +1.9% |
| August 2026 (latest) | $296,000 | +3.9% since January |
Peak since 2021: $361,000 in February 2023. January 2026 was 21.1% below it.
What to check on your notice
The typical Sterling home gained 1.9% in the year to January 2026. A notice that rose far more than that, or a value above what similar homes nearby actually sold for, is the usual starting point for a complaint.
How Sterling compares nearby
Among 10 nearby Ohio places, Sterling has the 1st largest drop from its peak and the 4th highest typical value. Statewide, its 1-year change ranks 258th of 935 Ohio places, from weakest to strongest.
| Place | January 2026 | 1-year change | vs. peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orrville | $235,000 | +3.0% | -18.3% |
| Apple Creek | $322,000 | +4.8% | -12.5% |
| Doylestown | $277,000 | +5.2% | -17.4% |
| Rittman | $202,000 | +4.6% | -15.2% |
| Dalton | $296,000 | +4.9% | -12.6% |
| Shreve | $245,000 | +3.1% | -13.6% |
| Creston | $256,000 | +3.2% | -11.5% |
| Smithville | $255,000 | +4.3% | -15.9% |
| Sterling | $285,000 | +1.9% | -21.1% |
| Burbank | $305,000 | +2.1% | -12.9% |
Deadline and where to file
Sterling values are set by the local county auditor. File a complaint with the county auditor on or before March 31 of the year after the tax year, or the date collection of first-half taxes closes, whichever is later. Complaints can be filed starting January 1. By mail, the postmark counts as the filing date.
Reading this in fall 2026? The window for tax year 2025 closed March 31, 2026. The next window opens January 1, 2027 and closes March 31, 2027 (or the close of first-half collection, whichever is later) for tax year 2026. Gather your evidence over the winter and file early in 2027.
The Ohio guide covers the full Ohio complaint process: forms, fees, hearing levels and what happens next.
Building a Sterling case
The numbers above describe the typical Sterling home, not yours. Sterling is part of the Wooster metro, but your evidence should be local. Sales a few streets away usually beat sales across the metro.
- Use a recent arm's length sale of your home, an appraisal, or sales of comparable homes. The complainant must give the board all information within their knowledge that affects the property.
Get your Sterling appeal report
Start with your address. Vulorean checks your assessment against recent comparable sales and builds a value report you can bring to your Ohio complaint. Eligible reports are free during launch; an account is required and local filing fees are separate.
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Home values: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), all homes, mid-tier, smoothed and seasonally adjusted, through August 2026, from Zillow Research. Rules: Ohio Revised Code 5715.19 (complaint filing, effective March 20, 2026), Ohio Revised Code 5717.01 (appeal to Board of Tax Appeals, 30 days), Ohio Department of Taxation: DTE Form 1, Ohio Department of Taxation: Reappraisal and update schedule. Vulorean is an independent service, not a government office. Confirm dates and forms with your local office.