Columbus Home Prices Near $400K – Up 170% Since 1998!
The Sell for 1 Percent team unpacks current market dynamics on June 4th, 2026, noting that current mortgage rates hover consistently between 6.5% and 6.75%, with no five in sight but a potential for seven. While overall inventory in the Columbus metro area has climbed to 5,127 houses, and pending sales are higher than previous years—Columbus median home prices are only just now inching above 2025 levels, a trend that may lead to more short appraisals. With Columbus projected to gain 750,000 residents in the next 20-25 years and average home prices now near $400,000, homeowners in Franklin County considering selling can leverage a 1% commission model to save tens of thousands, making now a pragmatic time to act amidst stable rates and increasing buyer acceptance.