The April 2026 Central Ohio housing market showed continued strength and resilience as we move deeper into the spring season. While closed sales were down 13.6% compared to April 2025, inventory continued to grow, giving buyers more opportunities and creating a more balanced market overall. New listings also increased 7.8% year over year, helping expand options across Central Ohio.
At the same time, home values remained strong. The median sales price climbed to $346,500, an 8.3% increase from last year, while the average sales price rose to nearly $396,500. Homes are also taking slightly longer to sell, averaging 39 days on market compared to 32 days last April, allowing buyers a little more time to make thoughtful decisions.
Market activity varied across Central Ohio, with strong performance in areas like Olentangy Local School District, Grove City, Westerville, and Lancaster. Olentangy saw a 15.8% increase in sales activity, while Westerville home values jumped 16.1% year over year, highlighting continued demand in many of Central Ohio’s most desirable communities.
As the market continues to normalize after several years of unprecedented demand, Central Ohio remains a strong and stable housing market heading into the summer season. CLICK THE LINK TO READ THE FULL REPORT → Columbus & Central Ohio Housing Report - April 2026 | Columbus Realtors | Realtors Near Me
