News and Notes

July 2026

For Sale or Lease

9702 Iron Point Rd SE, Shawnee, Ohio 43782
  • 112,813 SF Manufacturing Building
  • 57.7-Acre Site
  • 27’ Clear Height
  • 8 Dock Doors
  • 3 Drive-In Doors
  • Industrial Zoning for Manufacturing and Distribution
  • High-Capacity Water, Electric, and Gas


Market Trends & Insights

Columbus Has the Fastest Job Growth of Any Midwest Metro

Columbus has the fastest job growth of any metropolitan area in the Midwest and ranks fourth nationally among large cities, according to a new analysis of federal data from the Columbus Partnership.

The metro region added 20,607 jobs in 2025 for a 1.9% growth rate – 10 times the national rate of 0.2%, according to Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Columbus MSA covers 10 counties.



Government Update

Sweeping Housing Bill Has Implications for Investors and Developers

Experts have said the impact of investor restrictions in the housing market would depend heavily on the details, and the bill provides some clarity after months of discussion and proposals.

Specifically, the bill would restrict investors who directly or indirectly own at least 350 homes from acquiring single-family homes, with some exceptions.



Noteworthy Transaction

One of Central Ohio's Largest Public Companies Buys 300+ Acres for $25M

An arm of one of Central Ohio’s largest public companies recently purchased hundreds of acres.

AEP Ohio Transmission Co. Inc. paid $25.3 million for 337 acres of vacant land on Rosedale Plain City Road off Route 38 in Pike Township, according to Madison County property records.



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