COLUMBUS, Ohio (December 19, 2025) — Central Ohio’s housing market held steady in November, with closed sales and prices rising year over year while inventory continued to improve, according to Columbus REALTORS® and the Columbus & Central Ohio Regional Multiple Listing Service.
Closed sales totaled 2,193, up 2.2% from November 2024, reflecting ongoing buyer activity despite higher rates and seasonal patterns. The median sales price was $325,000, a 3.2% annual increase and unchanged from October.
Homes took longer to sell, with days on market increasing to 40 days, up 29% from a year ago, suggesting buyers are taking more time as options expand.
Inventory climbed to 5,497 homes for sale, a 19.5% increase from last November, giving buyers more choice even though supply remains below historical norms. New listings were essentially flat at 2,218, up 0.6% year over year.
“More inventory and longer days on market are helping bring some balance back to central Ohio’s housing market,” said Buffie Patterson, 2025 President of Columbus REALTORS®.
Patterson noted winter can offer better deals, pointing out the median price was $350,000 in June versus $325,000 now, nearly an 8% difference. Notable activity in November included the Hilliard City School District (105 closed sales, up 31.3%) and Olentangy Local Schools (106 closed sales, up 14%).
