Central Ohio did not get hit as hard as many parts of the country...Newer homes, particularly in neighborhoods where they are still building, were hit hardest. If you have the ability to rent your house, I would do that. I am happy to provide advice on the processs to anyone on here. My mom recently moved and we rented her home until the market recovers. Remember, we lost, basically, 8 years of appreciation on our homes. While prices are up some, they are nowhere near where they should be. Prices are highest in areas with easy access to downtown; Clintonville, Grandview, Arlington, Short North, Victorian and German/Merion Village. The model is similar to Atlanta. Prices will continue to climb within 270. Once the Outer-outer belt is built in the next 20 years, these homes will be even more desirable. I have been working in Real Estate for over 20 years, and managing rentals for 15. I am happy to provide direct, no holds barred advice to customers. I do not want anyone buying a home that is going to go down in value-I may have to sell it someday...