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Just published: the 2026 Columbus Single-Family Rental Market Update.

If you own a rental in Columbus (or you're thinking about renting out a home instead of selling), this is the data you want before you make any decisions this year.

Rent trends by submarket, vacancy, what shifted in 2025, and what to watch for in 2026. Free to read. Check it out:

2026 Columbus Single-Family Rental Market Report | RL Property Management Columbus rental market 2026: median home prices, rent growth, cap rates by neighborhood, new registry rules, and the 2026 investor playbook. From RLPM.

⚠️ ATTENTION COLUMBUS-AREA RENTAL OWNERS: A permit fee change in Franklin. A zoning overhaul in Hilliard. An emergency ordinance in Gahanna that skipped public comment entirely (and more). None of these made the news, but they may affect YOUR properties.

Central Ohio Policy Updates Landlords Need to Know This Week - April 13, 2026 | RL Property Management Here are Central Ohio policy updates that landlords need to know this week: Franklin raised permit fees, Hilliard reformed zoning approvals, and Gahanna passed an emergency sewer ordinance, and more...

💸 How much does a rental turnover really cost? If your property is 30+ years old, the answer might surprise you... and eat into your ROI fast.

Turnovers are predictable… but still catch many Columbus landlords off guard. Between deep cleaning, repairs, lost rent, and unexpected issues (hello, galvanized plumbing 😬), the bill adds up quickly, especially in older homes.

https://rlpmg.com/blog/rental-turnover-budget-older-homes-columbus-ohio/

🧠 In this article, we break down:
• What your reserve should actually cover
• Why older homes = higher turnover costs
• How to calculate a custom reserve for your units
• Real numbers for homes built in the 1950s, 1920s, and 1890s

How Much Should You Budget for a Rental Turnover in Columbus? (Especially If You Own an Older Home) | RL Property Management Turnover costs can crush ROI... especially in older homes. Learn how to build a smart rental turnover budget that protects your cash flow in Columbus, Ohio.

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