New Construction
1,962 new-construction homes closed across Central Ohio in 2026 through September 28, 2026, 8.8% of every residential sale, at a median of $483,958. Defined by the MLS record, the MLS New Construction flag, not by a listing description. Here is what they sold for, how fast, where, and what is on the market today.
What do new-construction homes sell for versus the rest of the market?
| Measure | New Construction | All Central Ohio closings |
|---|---|---|
| Closed sales, Jan 1 to Sep 28, 2026 | 1,962 | 8.8% of the market |
| Median sale price | $483,958 | $345,000 |
| Median price per square foot | $213 | $206 |
| Median days on market | 41 | 11 |
| Median year built | 2026 | |
| Closed under $300,000 | 7% | |
| Closed at $500,000 or more | 45% | |
| Active listings today | 1043 | median asking $489,030 |
The 40% premium over the market median is mostly what these homes ARE, larger lots, bigger footprints, newer builds, not a price tag on the feature itself. A feature never prices a house by itself. Send me the address and I will pull the comparables that actually apply.
Where did new-construction homes sell in 2026?
| City | Closings | Median sale | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 216 | $351,302 | |
| Plain City | 209 | $589,900 | |
| Delaware | 160 | $547,698 | |
| Grove City | 127 | $518,810 | |
| Powell | 117 | $488,800 | Powell guide |
| Hilliard | 78 | $617,382 | |
| Pickerington | 76 | $562,943 | |
| Canal Winchester | 73 | $425,795 | |
| Galena | 61 | $513,900 | Galena guide |
| Marysville | 55 | $480,890 | |
| Sunbury | 52 | $575,384 | Sunbury guide |
| Lewis Center | 52 | $619,390 | Lewis Center guide |
By ZIP code: 43064 (209), 43015 (160), 43123 (127), 43065 (117), 43026 (78), 43147 (76), 43110 (73), 43228 (65).
Cities with at least five closings. Mailing city, not municipal boundary. Towns with 25 or more closings link to their own page for this feature.
Looking for new-construction homes in Central Ohio?
Tell me the towns and the budget and I will run the search on the MLS fields above, not on listing adjectives, and check the parcel record on anything you want to see. Call or text 937-239-2919, or tell me what you are looking for. Selling one? Ask what it would bring.
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Questions people ask about new-construction homes
How much do new-construction homes cost in Central Ohio?
The median 2026 sale was $483,958 across 1,962 closings through September 28, 2026, against $345,000 for every residential closing in the region. 7% closed under $300,000 and 45% at $500,000 or more.
Where are new-construction homes selling?
By mailing city this year: Columbus (216), Plain City (209), Delaware (160), Grove City (127), Powell (117), Hilliard (78).
How fast do new-construction homes sell?
A median of 41 days from list to contract, against 11 for the whole market. Right now 1043 are listed, at a median asking price of $489,030.
Data: MLS closings and active listings compiled by Adam Geuy, Blacktree Realty, through September 28, 2026. Aggregates only. See every category at homes with, or browse by ZIP, county or school district.