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915 Old Leonard Ave
C+ Composite 62.9
Why this score? — see what drove the C+ grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +26.3/30.0
  • DSCR +8.9/10.0
  • 1% rule +8.0/10.0
  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • Livability +4.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +3.8/5.0
  • Schools +3.4/10.0
  • Condition / age +1.0/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$130,000

915 Old Leonard Ave · Columbus, OH 43203
3 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,836 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 216 Days on market
Built 1900 Poor condition 2,613 sqft lot $71/sqft · 55% below area

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Serious Investors and Flippers . This Is the Value-Add Opportunity You've Been Waiting For! 915 E Old Leonard Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43203 is a single-family home offering 1,836 square feet of prime redevelopment potential in one of Columbus' fastest-appreciating urban corridors. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, an open floor plan, full basement with egress door (ideal for added finished living space), and a two-car garage, this property will require a complete renovation making it a blank canvas for a strategic full-scale rehab designed to maximize ARV and equity growth. Positioned in the thriving 43203 zip code just minutes from Downtown Columbus, Olde Towne East, and the King-Lincoln Bronzeville district, the home sits directly across from active development with brand-new construction next door -- strong indicators of rising values and neighborhood reinvestment. Columbus continues to lead the Midwest in population growth, infrastructure investment, and housing demand, with significant residential and mixed-use development expanding throughout the Near East Side, driving appreciation and investor activity. For serious buyers seeking a full-rehab single-family project in a high-growth location surrounded by momentum, 915 E Old Leonard Ave presents a rare opportunity to acquire, renovate, and reposition in the direct path of Columbus' continued expansion.

Key facts

  • 2,613 sq ft lot
  • 2 garage spots
  • Built 1900

Tags

FULL BASEMENT WITH EGRESS DOORBRAND-NEW CONSTRUCTION

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $130k. Condition is rated poor.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $334 ($4k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $130k).
  • Recommended offer: $114k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 9.4% vs local median 3.9% in Columbus — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 81/100 on livability (#97 in OH, #1,491 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: employment C-, crime F.
  • Columbus City School District (urban): math 15% / reading 26% proficiency, ranked #626 of 656 in OH (top 95%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 72% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Zoned schools: Indianola Informal K-8 School (math 43% / reading 58%, grade D+, #896 of 1,584 statewide, top 57%, 684 students, 0% FRL); Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) (math 17% / reading 25%, grade F, #608 of 654 statewide, top 93%, 532 students, 0% FRL); Columbus Alternative High School (math 27% / reading 74%, grade D+, #380 of 781 statewide, top 49%, 758 students, 0% FRL) — zoned schools average 0% FRL vs 72% district-wide (72 pts lower); this property's tenant base skews higher-income than the district average.
  • Zoned-school proficiency averages 41% at this address vs 20% district-wide (+20 pts) — the actual schools serving this property are materially stronger than the Columbus City School District average implies; a family-tenant draw the district grade alone would hide.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+5.0%/yr); 182 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 88d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 62% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 8,139 units permitted in Franklin County in 2024 (5,940 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 43% of the median local income ($48k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $899 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $4k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Franklin County population projected at +34% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
  • At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 5.0% rent growth), your $36k cash investment doubles in ~9 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 216 days — a 12% lower offer ($114k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1900 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
Recommended offer $114,400 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 216 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Have any recent inspections been done? Can we get a copy of the seller's disclosures and any deferred-maintenance estimates?
  3. Built in 1900 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  4. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
  7. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  8. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  9. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

1% rule
1.30% ✓
Cap rate
9.38%
Cash-on-cash
11.01%
DSCR
1.49
GRM
6.4

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$288,988
List price
$130,000
Delta
-55.02%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
423 Saint Clair Ave 0.17mi 3/2.5 1,903 (+4%) 7mo $340,000 $179 78
368 Hamilton Ave 0.27mi 3/2.5 1,801 (-2%) 7mo $382,000 $212 76
294 N 20th St 0.36mi 3/1.5 1,756 (-4%) 7mo $305,000 $174 68
633 E Starr Ave 0.69mi 3/1.5 1,839 (+0%) 6mo $355,000 $193 61
235 N 18th St 0.36mi 3/2.5 1,690 (-8%) 9mo $364,000 $215 60
1309 Hildreth Ave 0.59mi 3/2.0 1,704 (-7%) 0mo $253,649 $149 60
167 N 22nd St 0.54mi 3/2.0 1,796 (-2%) 15mo $315,000 $175 58
1396 Hildreth Ave 0.70mi 3/2.5 1,699 (-8%) 2mo $160,000 $94 51
153 N 22nd St 0.56mi 4/3.0 (+1) 2,012 (+10%) 2mo $390,000 $194 47
808 E Starr Ave 0.57mi 3/1.0 1,656 (-10%) 10mo $150,000 $91 45
650 E 3rd Ave 0.74mi 3/2.0 1,594 (-13%) 8mo $289,900 $182 37
463 N Champion Ave 0.52mi 4/1.0 (+1) 1,563 (-15%) 7mo $115,000 $74 36

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 5.03% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
2.7%
Equity multiple
1.10×
Total profit
$3,819
Equity at exit
$19,383
10-year hold
IRR
14.3%
Equity multiple
2.27×
Total profit
$46,160
Equity at exit
$11,240

Cash invested: $36,400 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
73 Landlord-Friendly
State Ohio
73 Landlord-Friendly · R+6
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
3-day notice; Cleveland / Columbus have some habitability code enforcement; otherwise landlord-leaning.
Buyer's market Market conditions within 1.0 mi — comparable homes for sale

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
30 active · 22 under contract
Months of supply
8.6 mo (12%/mo absorbed)
Median asking
$305,000 ($182/sqft)
Median days on market
87 d
This list price
lowest-priced of the active set
ARV vs active asking
-13.5% vs current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 43203

Home prices YoY
-31.9%
Rents YoY
5.0%
Active inventory
182
Price-to-rent
6.4×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,692 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
−$682
Tax from tax record
−$267 /mo · $3,203/yr
Insurance
−$54
HOA
−$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
−$355
Net cashflow
$334

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,269
Max offer price $130,000
Occupancy floor 75%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $408 -5% $371 +0% $334 +5% $297 +10% $260
Rent -10% $200 -5% $267 +0% $334 +5% $401 +10% $468
Rate -1.0pp $399 -0.5pp $367 base $334 +0.5pp $300 +1.0pp $266

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$32,500
Closing costs
$3,900
Reserves months
—
Total cash needed
—

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 40 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
384 N Garfield Ave Unit 386 Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 1582 $1,500 $0.95 37d 1 0.16mi
370 N Garfield Ave Columbus, OH 4.0 2.0 1880 $1,700 $0.90 10d 1 0.19mi
464 Hamilton Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 1.5 1331 $1,650 $1.24 10d 1 0.21mi
391 Saint Clair Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 2000 $1,250 $0.62 87d 1 0.21mi
391 Saint Clair Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 2000 $1,325 $0.66 125d 1 0.21mi
387 Saint Clair Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 2000 $1,325 $0.66 120d 1 0.22mi
387 Saint Clair Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 2000 $1,325 $0.66 118d 1 0.22mi
387-393 Saint Clair Ave Unit 387 Saint Clair Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 2000 $1,325 $0.66 148d 1 0.22mi
328 Saint Clair Ave Columbus, OH 2.0 2.0 2000 $1,600 $0.80 105d 1 0.28mi
263 N Monroe Ave Columbus, OH 4.0 2.0 1616 $2,399 $1.48 184d 1 0.32mi
275 Miami Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1800 $1,600 $0.89 2d 1 0.32mi
275 Miami Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1800 $1,900 $1.06 17d 1 0.32mi
273 Miami Ave Unit 275 Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1800 $1,900 $1.06 21d 1 0.32mi
214 N 17th St Columbus, OH 3.0 1.5 1460 $1,800 $1.23 85d 1 0.38mi
214 N 17th St Columbus, OH 3.0 1.5 1460 $1,800 $1.23 87d 1 0.38mi
1179 Atcheson St Columbus, OH 3.0 2.0 1406 $1,600 $1.14 2d 1 0.38mi
1214 Atcheson St #1216 Columbus, OH 3.0 1.5 2613 $1,600 $0.61 184d 1 0.42mi
250 N 21st St Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1452 $2,600 $1.79 184d 1 0.43mi
215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Columbus, OH 4.0 2.5 2477 $2,500 $1.01 117d 1 0.43mi
173 N 18th St Columbus, OH 4.0 2.0 1830 $2,000 $1.09 46d 1 0.44mi
247 Hamilton Ave Unit 247 Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1339 $1,100 $0.82 0d 1 0.44mi
155 Miami Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 2.0 2000 $2,500 $1.25 10d 1 0.47mi
148 N Monroe Ave Columbus, OH 3.0 3.5 2213 $2,295 $1.04 46d 1 0.48mi
449-451 N Champion Ave Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1295 $1,475 $1.14 2d 1 0.49mi
820 E Long St Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0–2.0 888 $1,810 $2.04 0d 7 0.50mi
1012 E Long St Unit B Columbus, OH 3.0 4.0 1815 $2,650 $1.46 10d 1 0.51mi
1012 E Long St Unit B Columbus, OH 3.0 4.0 1815 $2,650 $1.46 13d 1 0.51mi
95 N 20th St Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1441 $1,295 $0.90 87d 1 0.56mi
97 N 20th St Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 1441 $1,295 $0.90 10d 1 0.56mi
700 E Long St Columbus, OH 1.0–2.0 1.0–2.0 865 $2,550 $2.95 0d 27 0.57mi
1308-1310 Mount Vernon Ave Unit 1308 Columbus, OH 3.0 2.0 1400 $1,695 $1.21 184d 1 0.58mi
64 N 20th St Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1400 $1,495 $1.07 148d 1 0.62mi
1247-1249 E Long St Unit 1247 Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1500 $1,899 $1.27 55d 1 0.70mi
141 Hughes St Columbus, OH 2.0 2.5 1792 $1,899 $1.06 125d 1 0.77mi
1473 Hildreth Ave #1475 Columbus, OH 3.0 1.0 1252 $950 $0.76 87d 1 0.79mi
71 S Douglass St Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1550 $1,585 $1.02 10d 1 0.80mi
65-71 S Douglass St Columbus, OH 2.0 1.0 1585 $1,550 $0.98 158d 1 0.80mi
830 Oak St Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1451 $2,200 $1.52 121d 1 0.81mi
844-848 Oak St Unit 848 Columbus, OH 3.0 1.5 1517 $1,700 $1.12 184d 1 0.81mi
830 Oak St Unit 830 Columbus, OH 3.0 2.5 1450 $2,500 $1.72 160d 1 0.81mi

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-10-21
    days on market $130,000 Active 216 DOM
  2. 2026-10-01
    days on market $130,000 Active 215 DOM
  3. 2026-09-30
    days on market $130,000 Active 214 DOM
  4. 2026-09-29
    days on market $130,000 Active 213 DOM
  5. 2026-09-28
    days on market $130,000 Active 212 DOM
  6. 2026-09-27
    days on market $130,000 Active 211 DOM
  7. 2026-09-25
    days on market $130,000 Active 209 DOM
  8. 2026-09-24
    days on market $130,000 Active 208 DOM
  9. 2026-09-23
    days on market $130,000 Active 207 DOM
  10. 2026-09-22
    days on market $130,000 Active 206 DOM
  11. 2026-09-21
    days on market $130,000 Active 205 DOM
  12. 2026-09-20
    days on market $130,000 Active 204 DOM
  13. 2026-09-19
    days on market $130,000 Active 203 DOM
  14. 2026-09-18
    days on market $130,000 Active 202 DOM
  15. 2026-09-17
    days on market $130,000 Active 201 DOM
  16. 2026-09-16
    days on market $130,000 Active 200 DOM
  17. 2026-09-15
    days on market $130,000 Active 199 DOM
  18. 2026-09-14
    days on market $130,000 Active 198 DOM
  19. 2026-09-13
    days on market $130,000 Active 197 DOM
  20. 2026-09-12
    days on market $130,000 Active 196 DOM
  21. 2026-09-11
    days on market $130,000 Active 195 DOM
  22. 2026-09-05
    days on market $130,000 Active 189 DOM
  23. 2026-09-04
    days on market $130,000 Active 188 DOM
  24. 2026-09-03
    days on market $130,000 Active 187 DOM
  25. 2026-08-31
    days on market $130,000 Active 184 DOM
  26. 2026-08-30
    days on market $130,000 Active 183 DOM
  27. 2026-08-29
    days on market $130,000 Active 182 DOM
  28. 2026-08-28
    days on market $130,000 Active 181 DOM
  29. 2026-08-27
    days on market $130,000 Active 180 DOM
  30. 2026-08-26
    days on market $130,000 Active 179 DOM
  31. 2026-08-25
    days on market $130,000 Active 178 DOM
  32. 2026-08-24
    days on market $130,000 Active 177 DOM
  33. 2026-08-23
    days on market $130,000 Active 176 DOM
  34. 2026-08-22
    days on market $130,000 Active 175 DOM
  35. 2026-08-21
    days on market $130,000 Active 174 DOM
  36. 2026-08-20
    days on market $130,000 Active 173 DOM
  37. 2026-08-19
    days on market $130,000 Active 172 DOM
  38. 2026-08-18
    days on market $130,000 Active 171 DOM
  39. 2026-08-17
    days on market $130,000 Active 170 DOM
  40. 2026-08-16
    days on market $130,000 Active 169 DOM
  41. 2026-08-15
    days on market $130,000 Active 168 DOM
  42. 2026-08-14
    days on market $130,000 Active 167 DOM
  43. 2026-08-13
    days on market $130,000 Active 166 DOM
  44. 2026-08-12
    days on market $130,000 Active 165 DOM
  45. 2026-08-12
    price $130,000 Active 164 DOM
  46. 2026-08-11
    days on market $150,000 Active 164 DOM
  47. 2026-08-10
    days on market $150,000 Active 163 DOM
  48. 2026-08-09
    days on market $150,000 Active 162 DOM
  49. 2026-08-08
    days on market $150,000 Active 161 DOM
  50. 2026-08-07
    days on market $150,000 Active 160 DOM

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast OH · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$3,203 · $267/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$3,203 · $267/mo
Expected delta
$0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 4/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥100°F today · 17 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 2/10 Low 0% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 4 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$20,305
− Mortgage interest
−$7,282
− Property taxes
−$3,203
− Insurance
−$650
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,624
− Management
−$1,624
− Depreciation
−$3,782
Taxable income
$2,140
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$513
After-tax cash flow
$3,494/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Condition & rehab AI · 10 photos

Poor 20/100 Extensive rehab Est. rehab $91,800–$165,240 screening

This single-family home requires extensive renovations and repairs, including a complete kitchen renovation, exterior updates, and landscaping. The property has significant potential for value appreciation with the right investment.

Components & finishes AI

Roof asphalt shingle · good

Deferred maintenance Est. $50,500–$152,000 screening

  • Minor Roof (roof) — No visible signs of damage or wear
  • Major Windows (windows) — Windows appear old and possibly not sealed properly
  • Major Electrical (electrical) — Exposed wiring and potential outdated fixtures
  • Major Plumbing (plumbing) — Exposed pipes and potential leaks
  • Major Exterior (exterior) — Exterior siding appears worn and possibly needs repainting
  • Major Other — General wear and tear throughout the house, including flooring and appliances

Repairs flagged

  • Major Kitchen cabinets — The cabinets are old and worn, indicating a need for replacement or significant repair.
  • Major Kitchen appliances — The appliances appear outdated and in need of replacement.
  • Major Flooring — The flooring in the living room and kitchen is worn and in need of replacement.
  • Major Stairs — The stairs show significant wear and tear, indicating a need for repair or replacement.
  • Major Exterior siding — The exterior siding is peeling and in need of repainting or replacement.
  • Major Paint — The interior walls and ceilings show signs of peeling paint, indicating a need for repainting.
  • Major Roof — The roof appears to be in need of repair or replacement, as there are visible signs of wear and tear.
  • Major Landscaping — The landscaping appears overgrown and unkempt, indicating a need for trimming and maintenance.

Value-add opportunities

  • Resale Kitchen renovation — A new kitchen with modern appliances and cabinetry will significantly increase the home's resale value. ↑
  • Resale Exterior siding and painting — A fresh coat of paint and new siding will improve the home's curb appeal and increase its resale value. ↑
  • Both Landscaping — A well-maintained and landscaped yard will improve the home's curb appeal and increase both its resale and rental value. ↑

ⓘ Rehab cost is a screening estimate — Extensive scope × the home's square footage at US $/sqft rules of thumb (the same model as the Flip Finder). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting.

F Composite school gradezoned avg 34/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary Trevitt Elementary School F OH #1,554/1,584 Nat'l #40,579/41,679 Middle Champion Middle School F OH #642/654 Nat'l #13,275/14,009 High Bexley High School A OH #4/781 Nat'l #564/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

District
Columbus City School District
NCES district ID
3904380
Math proficiency
15% ▼ -17.00%
Reading proficiency
26% ▼ -12.00%
Median HH income
$38,483
Composite
17.19/100
National rank
#9105
State rank
#626 of 656 in OH
A Composite livability gradescore 81/100

Livability — Columbus

Score
81/100
State rank
#97
US rank
#1491

Category grades

Amenities A- Commute A+ Cost of living A+ Crime F Employment C- Housing A+ Health & safety A- User ratings D

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Columbus, OH
County
Franklin County · 1,456,139 people
City population
612,189
Metro
Columbus, OH
Population (ZIP)
8,618
Household income
$47,572
Rent vs Own
68.9% rent · 31.1% own
Severe rent burden
9% of renters

Population outlook (Franklin County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
1,456,139 people
By 2030
1,556,890 · +6.9%
By 2040
1,757,349 · +20.7%
By 2050
1,950,539 · +34.0%
By 2075
2,376,171 · +63.2%
By 2100
2,636,796 · +81.1%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.56)
Race & ethnicity
Black 59% White 29% Two or more races 8% Hispanic / Latino 2% Asian 2%
Languages at home
86% English-only · Other Indo-European 1% Spanish 1% French/Haitian/Cajun 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Franklin

2024 margin
Strong D (+28.4) · D 63.7% · R 35.3% · Other 1.0%
2008→2024 swing
+7.7pp toward D · 2008: 20.7pp · 2024: 28.4pp
All cycles
2024: D+28.4 2020: D+31.4 2016: D+25.9 2012: D+21.7 2008: D+20.7

Not yet ingested

Civics
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Price history

+900.0% since first listed
2 events — show timeline
  • 2026-02-28 Price Changed $150,000 CBRMLS
  • 2026-02-28 Listed $15,000 CBRMLS

Property tax history

+14.2%/yr

Latest (2024): $3,203 · +1.3% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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