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* 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 Highland West real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
The typical home value in Highland West is projected to be $166,300 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the neighborhood to be $168,000—down 7.69% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, city-level data pegged home values at $290,000 in Columbus for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $300,000 in February.
Highland West had 46 new listings and 39 listings that went under contract in January, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 63—up 10.53% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in February.
The median listing price for homes in Highland West grew 4.43% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $189,950. 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 72 days, compared to 72 days in January 2025. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be steady. 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.
Highland West offers residents a welcoming mix of green spaces, walkable streets, diverse local amenities, and a tight-knit community that makes everyday life convenient and rewarding.
Highland West in Columbus stands out from nearby Hilltop and Franklinton by feeling distinctly residential while still close to downtown energy and major job centers. Tree‑lined streets, classic postwar homes, and a strong neighborhood identity appeal to long‑time residents and new arrivals who want an established community with room to grow.
Local life often centers around nearby Westgate Park and Westgate Park events, with easy access to the trails and green space at Scioto Mile along the river. Families appreciate proximity to Columbus City Schools such as West High School and neighborhood libraries like the Hilltop Branch of Columbus Metropolitan Library. For dining and coffee, residents frequently head toward Downtown Columbus and nearby Franklinton, which offer an expanding mix of local restaurants, breweries, and arts venues.
Highland West attracts buyers seeking relative affordability compared with areas closer to Short North while still benefiting from city services, freeway access, and ongoing public investment through the City of Columbus and local community groups. Homes range from modest bungalows to larger two‑story properties, so pricing and competition can shift quickly as demand changes.
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