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University District Homes

The community surrounding The Ohio State University’s Columbus campus is comprised of many neighborhoods, each with its own unique housing stock and cultural and ethnic diversity. While some areas closest to the university campus have a large amount of student rental housing, other neighborhoods have a significant level of home ownership. Opportunities for homeownership can range from grand Victorian mansions to more modest houses in a broad range of property values. Residents have formed civic groups to advocate on behalf of individual neighborhoods, as well as organizations, such as the University Community Association, which represent the whole University District.

Home Sale/Purchase Resources

Resources are available to assist individuals and families interested in purchasing homes and living in the neighborhoods of the University District.

OSU Faculty and Staff Program

• The Ohio State University sponsors a homeownership incentive program which provides $3,000 in downpayment assistance to faculty and staff members who buy homes in portions of the University District.
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Columbus Housing Partnership

• Columbus Housing Partnership provides homebuyer education workshops, budget and credit counseling, downpayment assistance, and home maintenance and repair workshops.
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Neighborhood Investment Districts (NIDS)

• Neighborhood Investment Districts (NIDS) and Residential Tax Incentives are designed to stabilize neighborhoods and upgrade housing units in specific areas of the City of Columbus. These areas also have public and private investment occurring and new housing will complement, stabilize, and boost existing investments.
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Home Maintenance Resources

MORPC

• Home Weatherization Programs
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Housing Division

• The Housing Division of the City of Columbus provides assistance for emergency repairs, handicap access and other programs for lower-income homeowners and senior citizens, as well a mobile tool "library" for persons renovating houses in designated neighborhoods, including the University District.
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