Columbus real estate is still appreciating in 2026, with median prices up roughly 3–4% year over year and inventory at its highest July level in over a decade. The market has cooled from its pandemic-era frenzy, which actually creates a better entry point for investors who want more selection, proper due diligence time, and a strong long-term employment base underneath their investment.
The Downtown Columbus riverfront is being transformed into a walkable, mixed-use lifestyle district with new housing, dining, and park amenities along the Scioto River corridor. For buyers and investors in Central Ohio, this development is reshaping what urban living looks like in Columbus. Here's what's actually happening, what it means for property values, and what to watch before you buy.
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