What are the different types of commercial real estate?

Commercial real estate is a broad category that includes a high variety of space types designed to meet the needs of various industries of the local economy and their specialized subsectors, as presented in our real estate 101 guide to types of commercial real estate . However, there are three main categories that you are most likely to come across: office, retail, and industrial space . Modern office space is typically organized over large floor plates bound by high ceilings and large windows for an abundance of natural light and is located in transit-oriented developments with good access to multiple modes of transportation, so as to facilitate employee commute. The Columbus commercial real estate market incorporates 53,865,595 square feet of office space across 619 buildings. Office buildings can also accommodate coworking spaces , which are shared office options that typically cater to the needs of small, startup businesses that require flexible workspaces, a concentration of amenities, and services that can be accessed on an occasional or short-term basis. In Columbus, the coworking segment of the commercial real estate market incorporates about 9,418 square feet. Retail space includes shopping malls, department stores, street retail, or specialty stores dedicated to a narrow range of products. Such properties are typically located in high foot-traffic and/or car traffic areas, to facilitate customer access. The Columbus commercial real estate market includes 29,599,489 square feet of retail space in a variety of settings. Industrial property most often serves businesses operating in manufacturing or logistics and generally consists of large open spaces located within good access to roads, railways, freight airports or regional water ports. Industrial space listings can include warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, flexible industrial space, or even data center facilities. Across the Columbus market, there is a total of 84,387,181 square feet of industrial property.

What types of commercial real estate are available in Columbus, OH?

The largest share of commercial real estate space for lease in Columbus is represented by Office space , which accounts for 3,594,508 square feet of available listings. Industrial space available in Columbus adds up to 3,553,221 square feet.

What factors affect the price of commercial real estate in Columbus, OH?

The price of renting or buying commercial real estate is influenced by a variety of factors, including: the property type (for example, office space is priced higher than other property types in most locations); the condition and asset class rating (property rated class A or above will typically command a higher price than lower grade classifications); the quality or the development potential of the property location; whether or not there is high demand for the type of commercial asset in question; and what the state of supply is relative to demand.

What is the average rent for commercial space in Columbus, OH?

The average rent for commercial real estate space listed for lease in Columbus is $15.31 per square foot. However, this value does not offer enough perspective on its own, as you will find significant variation in prices across property types, property classes, and location, as well as other impacting factors. For instance, rent per square foot of office space in Columbus can vary greatly depending on the rating of the property from Class A to Class C, as well as across the city depending on the location of the asset. What’s more, each commercial property type makes its own rent market: while the average rent for office space rested at $21.88 per square foot, industrial space in Columbus saw average rents of $10.49 per square foot.

What are the best areas for commercial real estate in Columbus, OH?

The best choice of location for commercial space depends on the factors that are most relevant to your business. A good thing to look for at the start, however, is the areas of the city that have the highest concentration of your preferred type of property, as these areas are generally well connected to the amenities and points of interest that are most relevant to each property type. As such, there are several areas that you could consider to be the best location for commercial real estate in Columbus, depending on the property type you are interested in. The highest concentration of commercial space listings of any kind in Columbus is in the Franklinton neighborhood. But if we look at each commercial property type, we find that for office space, the best location is the Franklinton area . Meanwhile, retail space opportunities are most abundant in the Columbus City Center submarket. Alternatively, if you are looking for warehouse or other industrial space, consider looking at listings in Vasser Village . Select your preferred property type from the search filters menu at the top of the search page and then navigate the interactive map for a better view of commercial real estate availability in the locations most suited to your needs.

How do I find a good commercial real estate broker?

Whether or not leasing commercial space is a new experience for you, there are significant benefits to working with a commercial real estate broker . In addition to saving you time and money, an experienced broker will contribute specialist knowledge of the local market , the property type you need representation for, and will handle negotiations on your behalf in your best interest. To start, it is important for you to have a good understanding of what kind of broker you need. For instance, there are differences between a tenant broker and a listing broker . Also important at the start is to have a clear idea of what kind of space (or tenant) you are looking for and what (if any) particular needs and requirements you might have. And, while it is good to get a referral, you should interview several brokers to better gauge who you feel would best represent your interests. CommercialCafe hosts listings from some of the most trusted commercial real estate brokerages in the country. Use the contact form available on each listing page or the contact details for the property representatives to reach out and start your search!

What is the most profitable commercial real estate?

The profitability of a commercial real estate investment depends on a multitude of factors working together. These factors include the quality of the asset itself — which itself includes aspects such as location, property class, amenities, and the quality of the property management — to the local market conditions, the state of the local economy, the demand for that particular type of commercial property, and of course the costs of owning and maintaining it relative to what leasing rate or sale price you get from the property. Asking rents in the city went as high as $28 per square foot. In particular, the property type commanding the highest lease rates in Columbus was Retail space. Conversely, the highest sale price last year was $118,000,000 that is located at 911 John Street.

What is the average size of a commercial property in Columbus, OH?

The average size of a commercial property in Columbus depends greatly on the property type and the location — geographical possibilities and zoning allowances have significant influence on how big developers can build. While there are outliers that break height or volume records in the city, we can look at some average sizes by property use: In Columbus, the average size of an office property is 97,760 square feet. Retail properties here incorporate an average of 102,067 square feet. Industrial space in Columbus is in buildings that are, on average 201,883 square feet in size.

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1,484 Commercial Real Estate Listings in Columbus, OH

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Officescape I

500 Wilson Bridge Rd. W, Worthington, OH
For Lease

$17.95/SF/YR
Property

Office

55,000 SF
Availability

12 Spaces

24,989 SF
Year Built

1976
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1720 Zollinger Rd, suite 240

1720 Zollinger Rd, suite 240, Upper Arlington, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$19.20/SF/YR
Property

Office

13,360 SF
Availability

1 Space

250 SF
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1971 Livingston Avenue

1971 Livingston Avenue, Driving Park, Columbus, OH
For Sale

$695,000
Property

Retail

3,100 SF
Year Built

1999
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Circle Mart Columbus OH

1876 Tamarack Circle South, Forest Park East, Columbus, OH
For Sale

$479,000
Property

Retail
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Pentagon Medical Building

99 North Brice Road, East Columbus City, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

Office

62,968 SF
Availability

4 Spaces

12,130 SF
Year Built

2005
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800-830 Distribution Drive

800 Distribution Drive, Brookhollow, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$8.95/SF/YR
Property

Industrial

60,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

18,100 SF
Year Built

1974
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2040-2060 S Hamilton Rd

2040-2060 S Hamilton Rd, Eastland, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$6.25/SF/YR
Property

Industrial

93,548 SF
Availability

1 Space

93,548 SF
Year Built

1962
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IOS Opportunity

Gilbert St & E Jenkins Ave, Vasser Village, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

Other
Availability

1 Space

1.44 Acre
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James Road Shopping Center

901 S. James Rd., Eastmoor, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

Retail

36,737 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

14,184 SF
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4001 Groves Road, Columbus, Ohio

4001 Groves Rd, Eastland, Columbus, OH
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Property

Other
Availability

1 Space

4.57 Acre
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519 S High St

519 S High St, Brewery District, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$22.00/SF/YR
Property

Retail

2,658 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,658 SF
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960 N Hamilton Rd

960 N Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH
For Lease

$12.95/SF/YR
Property

Office

14,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,901 SF
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2935 Kenny Road Campus

2935 Kenny Rd, Upper Arlington, Columbus, OH
For Sale

$1,500,000
Property

Office

14,471 SF
Year Built

1974
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25% off OH Columbus - 21 E State Street
Spaces
21 East State Street, Columbus, OH
Services

Virtual Office

Open Workspace

Private Office

Dedicated Desk
Amenities

24/7 security

Access to global network

Bike storage

Business lounge

Catering

Cleaning services

Complimentary coffee & tea

Free water

High-speed internet

High-speed wifi
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1100 Woodland Avenue

1100 Woodland Avenue, Oriole Heights, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

Industrial

105,350 SF
Availability

1 Space

29,260 SF
Year Built

1952
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2105 S Hamilton, suite 201

2105 S Hamilton, suite 201, Eastland, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$12.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

38,976 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,500 SF
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262-266 S 3rd Street

262-266 S 3rd Street, Columbus City Center, Columbus, OH
For Sale

$1,799,000
Property

Office

8,494 SF
Year Built

1920
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1520 Old Henderson Rd

1520 Old Henderson Rd, Knolls West, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$17.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

18,488 SF
Availability

7 Spaces

5,639 SF
Year Built

1970
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1551 Gemini Place

1551 Gemini Place, Polaris, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$18.95/SF/YR
Property

Retail

69,662 SF
Availability

1 Space

69,662 SF
Year Built

2018
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1548-1568 Georgesville Rd.

1548-1568 Georgesville Rd., Holt - Alkire, Columbus, OH
For Sale

$899,000
Property

VacantLand
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2973 McCutcheon Road

2973 McCutcheon Road, Somerset, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

VacantLand
Availability

1 Space

0.08 Acre
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1526-1530 S High St

1526-1530 S High St, Merion Village, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$1,295.00 - $1,300.00/MO
Property

Retail

6,912 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

2,600 SF
Year Built

1927
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1352-1364 Norton Ave

1352-1364 Norton Ave, Fifth by Northwest, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$30.00/SF/YR
Property

Retail

53,195 SF
Availability

1 Space

4,027 SF
Year Built

2023
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North Hamilton Road Land

0 N Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH
For Sale

$1,300,000
Property

VacantLand
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6161 Busch Blvd

6161 Busch Blvd, Busch, Columbus, OH
For Lease

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Property

Office

66,650 SF
Availability

4 Spaces

7,516 SF
Year Built

1971
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2244 S Hamilton Rd, suite 104

2244 S Hamilton Rd, suite 104, Eastland, Columbus, OH
For Lease

$13.00/SF/YR
Property

Office

40,560 SF
Availability

1 Space

990 SF
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Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Office
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	10,920,799 Sq. Ft.	18.67%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	28,769,617 Sq. Ft.	49.17%
500k to 1M Sq. Ft.	6,434,043 Sq. Ft.	11%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	6,318,674 Sq. Ft.	10.8%

Class	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Office
Class A	24,314,289 Sq. Ft.	41.56%
Class B	25,068,597 Sq. Ft.	42.85%
Class C	4,394,057 Sq. Ft.	7.51%

Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Industrial
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	15,115,743 Sq. Ft.	14.09%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	55,113,804 Sq. Ft.	51.36%
500k to 1M Sq. Ft.	12,616,052 Sq. Ft.	11.76%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	14,524,514 Sq. Ft.	13.54%

Class	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Industrial
Class A	41,454,583 Sq. Ft.	38.63%
Class B	58,445,455 Sq. Ft.	54.47%
Class C	4,994,721 Sq. Ft.	4.65%

Building Size Range	Total Square Feet	Share of Total Retail
50k to 100k Sq. Ft.	4,990,802 Sq. Ft.	16.51%
100k to 500k Sq. Ft.	17,778,305 Sq. Ft.	58.8%
500k to 1M Sq. Ft.	4,472,641 Sq. Ft.	14.79%
> 1M Sq. Ft.	2,900,000 Sq. Ft.	9.59%

City	Property Type	Count of Listings	Total SF
Columbus, OH	Office	261	3,594,508
Columbus, OH	Retail	174	1,786,586
Columbus, OH	Industrial	114	3,553,221
Columbus, OH	Other	590	890,827,169

1,484 Commercial Real Estate Listings in Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH Commercial Real Estate Market Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different types of commercial real estate?

What types of commercial real estate are available in Columbus, OH?

What factors affect the price of commercial real estate in Columbus, OH?

What is the average rent for commercial space in Columbus, OH?

What are the best areas for commercial real estate in Columbus, OH?

How do I find a good commercial real estate broker?

What is the most profitable commercial real estate?

What is the average size of a commercial property in Columbus, OH?

Columbus, OH Commercial Real Estate Inventory Breakdown

Total Office Space in Columbus: 58,509,322 Sq. Ft.

Total Industrial Space in Columbus: 107,302,723 Sq. Ft.

Total Retail Space in Columbus: 30,234,217 Sq. Ft.

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