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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for March 2026. *
1,448 recent sales
$15K-$5.12M price range
$500K median price
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Columbus real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
The typical home value in Columbus is projected to be $300,000 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $290,000—up 7.41% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $308,000 in Franklin County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $307,000 in February.
Columbus had 783 new listings and 827 listings that went under contract in January, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 1,922—up 2.56% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in February.
Of those 1,922 active listings, 23.26% reduced their price in the month of January. The median listing price for homes in Columbus grew 9.06% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $289,000. Based on projected data for February, listing prices may continue to grow.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract has been fairly steady year-over-year. In January 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 65 days, compared to 68 days in January 2025. However, in recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be falling. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this February.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Columbus offers residents a vibrant, balanced mix of diverse neighborhoods, world-class arts and culture, abundant parks and outdoor spaces, a thriving job market, and a welcoming, collaborative spirit that makes daily life here engaging.
Columbus stands out from nearby cities like Cincinnati and Cleveland with its mix of major universities, corporate headquarters, and an accessible cost of living that still feels neighborly. Neighborhoods each carry a distinct identity, from the historic brick streets of German Village to the creative energy around the Short North arts district.
Life here revolves around community touchpoints. Ohio State’s campus and Ohio Stadium anchor the city’s sports culture, while the Columbus Museum of Art and Wexner Center for the Arts draw year-round programming. Residents value outdoor space, with miles of trails and riverfront access in the Scioto Mile and family-friendly recreation in Goodale Park.
Daily living feels manageable and connected. Dining ranges from long-loved local spots in Clintonville to the evolving mix of restaurants at North Market. Schools and libraries, including the Columbus Metropolitan Library, serve as anchors for long-term residents and new arrivals alike.
With steady job growth and ongoing development, timing your move in Columbus matters. Inventory can shift quickly in popular areas like Grandview Heights and Italian Village, and preparation is key whether you are buying your first home or planning to sell. Agent Pronto can connect you with a local real estate professional who understands these neighborhoods and can help both buyers and sellers make confident, well-timed decisions.
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“Erin is very good at what she does. She knows the market values, the area, she is very personable and easy to work with. Her achievements were important in our decision to use Eric. I would and have recommended her to other people that have mentioned about they were thinking of buying or selling. We know several realater but we didn't want to use someone we knew, I'm glad we made that decision or we would not have meet Eric, we are very satisfied with the sale of our parents house. Eric is a great sales person and a great person, and great to work with!! You have a great Sales Lady !!!!”
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