Intel's New Albany Fab and Central Ohio Real Estate
Intel's Ohio One semiconductor campus in New Albany is driving measurable housing demand across the east-side Franklin County and Licking County corridors, pushing New Albany's median sale price to $600,000 and compressing inventory as owner-occupants, construction workers, and investors all compete for the same homes.
Buy Now in Powell, Lewis Center, and Orange Township Before Wages Catch Up?
Powell, Lewis Center, and Orange Township prices are already running well above the Columbus regional median, and major job investments from Intel and Honda-LG are adding high-wage workers to the commuting shed. Waiting for affordability to improve carries real risk in a market where supply is still historically low.
OSU Expansion Effect on Columbus Real Estate
Ohio State University's $3 billion-plus capital expansion is driving sustained demand for housing near campus and across Central Ohio, creating real opportunities for buyers, lifestyle seekers, and investors as new hospital, research, and academic facilities come online through 2026 and beyond.
OSU's Growth and Columbus Neighborhoods
Ohio State University's multi-billion-dollar expansion is driving new housing development, rising demand, and increased buyer interest across Columbus neighborhoods from the University District to the Northwest Side. OSU's Framework 3.0 plan and projects like OSU East signal sustained real estate momentum in Central Ohio through the late 2020s and beyond.
Hilliard & Upper Arlington Real Estate: 2026 Guide
Hilliard and Upper Arlington are two of Central Ohio’s most desirable communities, but buying or selling in each can look very different. From Hilliard’s newer neighborhoods and modern floor plans to Upper Arlington’s established homes and architectural character, understanding the differences can help you make a smarter move. Here’s what buyers, sellers, and investors should know about these two Central Ohio real estate markets in 2026.