Columbus, OH Housing Market Brief
metro · OH · as of May 2026
What is Columbus, OH’s Alpha Score?
The Alpha Score is a composite 0–100 index of market strength, a weighted blend of five dimensions. See the methodology.
Where is Columbus, OH in its market cycle?
Columbus, OH is classified as Mature — holding near a healthy peak. This is a classification of recent (1–12 month) momentum, not a price forecast.
Columbus, OH housing market data
| Metric | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Median Days on Market | 36 days | ▲ +16.1% |
How has Columbus, OH’s Alpha Score moved?
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Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus, OH a buyer's or seller's market?
As of May 2026, Columbus, OH is classified as a Balanced Market, based on its Alpha Score of 40 out of 100. The classification reflects current price, inventory, affordability, economic, and rental-yield conditions.
How affordable is Columbus, OH?
Columbus, OH scores 34 out of 100 on affordability — relatively unaffordable relative to local incomes and prevailing mortgage rates compared with other metros.
What's driving Columbus, OH's Alpha Score?
Columbus, OH's strongest dimension is Economic Strength (74/100) and its weakest is Inventory Health (4/100). The Alpha Score is a weighted blend of all five dimensions.
Want the live, interactive view of Columbus, OH? Open the full market dashboard — charts, ZIP-level drill-down, and watchlist tracking. Explore the map or read the methodology.