Home
Loan Products
New Construction DSCR Rental Bridge Fix & Flip Build to Rent
Who We Are
What We Do Meet the Team Where We Lend
Broker Partners
Loan Calculators
Construction DSCR Rental
Apply Now
Ohio

Private Lending in Columbus

Residential investment financing across the Columbus metro area. Construction loans, DSCR rental financing, bridge loans, fix & flip, and build-to-rent programs for builders and investors in Ohio's fastest-growing city.

Investing in Columbus

Columbus is the fastest-growing major city in the Midwest, with a metro population of approximately 2.1 million and consistent annual growth. The city benefits from a diversified economy anchored by Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the country, along with major healthcare systems, insurance companies, and a growing technology sector. Intel's $20 billion chip fabrication investment in Licking County has positioned Columbus for a new phase of growth that will drive housing demand for years to come.

For builders and investors, Columbus offers one of the most attractive risk-reward profiles in the Midwest. Median home prices around $280K provide accessible entry points, while rents support strong DSCR ratios. The Short North, German Village, and Clintonville neighborhoods continue to appreciate, while suburbs like Dublin, Hilliard, and New Albany attract new construction activity. Ohio's moderate property taxes and straightforward landlord-tenant laws create a favorable operating environment for portfolio investors.

Columbus Neighborhoods & Submarkets

We finance residential investment projects across the Columbus metro, including Franklin, Delaware, and Licking counties.

Short North German Village Clintonville Dublin Hilliard New Albany Westerville Grove City Reynoldsburg Powell Pataskala Gahanna

Available in Columbus

Every loan program we offer is available to qualified borrowers and properties in the Columbus metro.

Columbus Market Snapshot

Metro Population
~2.1 Million
Median Home Price
$280,000
Property Tax Rate
1.62%
Franklin County
Population Growth
1.2% annually
Landlord Friendly
Yes
Key Growth Driver
Intel Chip Fab

What Works in Columbus Right Now

New Construction Near the Intel Corridor

Intel's Licking County investment is driving unprecedented housing demand in New Albany, Pataskala, Johnstown, and surrounding areas. Builders delivering homes in the $320K to $450K range are seeing strong absorption from construction workers and incoming Intel employees. The multi-year build-out timeline creates a sustained window for new construction activity.

Buy-and-Hold Rental Portfolio at Scale

Columbus offers some of the strongest DSCR ratios in the country due to its affordable price points and solid rental demand. Properties in the $200K to $300K range in Hilliard, Grove City, Reynoldsburg, and Westerville command rents of $1,200 to $1,500/month. Investors can build 10+ unit portfolios with favorable leverage, supported by Ohio State University's consistent tenant pipeline and a growing professional workforce.

Fix & Flip in Urban Core Neighborhoods

Short North, Clintonville, and parts of Franklinton offer value-add opportunities in walkable, high-demand neighborhoods. Acquisition costs of $180K to $260K with $50K to $80K renovation budgets can yield after-repair values in the $320K to $400K range. These neighborhoods benefit from limited supply, strong buyer demand from young professionals, and continued gentrification trends.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are property tax rates in Franklin County and Columbus suburbs?
Franklin County's effective property tax rate is approximately 1.62%, which includes county, city, school district, and special levies. Delaware County (Dublin, Powell) runs about 1.48%, while Licking County (Pataskala, Johnstown) averages around 1.40%. Ohio property taxes are moderate relative to the Midwest and do not significantly impair DSCR ratios at Columbus price points.
How is the Intel investment affecting Columbus real estate?
Intel's $20 billion chip fabrication facility in Licking County is the largest private-sector investment in Ohio history. The project is expected to create 3,000 direct jobs and 7,000 construction jobs, with a ripple effect across housing, retail, and services. Areas like New Albany, Pataskala, and Johnstown are seeing increased demand for both new construction and rental housing as the project advances.
What rental income can I expect in Columbus?
Columbus single-family rents range from $1,100 to $1,600/month depending on location and property condition. Near Ohio State University, investor-owned homes can command premium rents. Suburban areas like Hilliard, Grove City, and Reynoldsburg offer rents of $1,200 to $1,500/month on properties priced $220K to $300K, supporting strong DSCR ratios.
Why is Columbus considered a strong market for rental investment?
Columbus offers one of the best combinations of affordable entry points and strong rental demand in the Midwest. With a median home price around $280K, investors can achieve favorable DSCR ratios. The metro's population growth (driven by Ohio State University, healthcare, and now Intel), diversified economy, and steady appreciation make it an attractive market for buy-and-hold strategies.

Also Lending In

Start Your Columbus Investment

Our team has deep experience financing residential projects across the Columbus metro. Reach out to discuss your next deal.

Apply Now →