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Available nationwide

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Columbus HOA Guide (2026)

Columbus Metro · Ohio

Columbus's tech growth has expanded HOA adoption in newer developments on the outer ring.

HOA Fees in Columbus

Condo

$270/mo

National avg: $291/mo

$21 below avg
Single-Family Home

$120/mo

National avg: $170/mo

$50 below avg
Townhome

$180/mo

National avg: $215/mo

$35 below avg

Columbus HOA fees are modestly below national averages — a growing city with still-affordable housing fundamentals.

Ohio HOA Laws at a Glance

Ohio Rev. Code § 5311.18

Fine cap

Set by bylaws

Notice required

Per CC&Rs

Hearing right

Not mandated

  • Ohio Condominium Property Act governs condominiums
  • Planned communities governed primarily by CC&Rs
  • Fines must be authorized in governing documents
Full Ohio HOA law guide
What HOA fees typically cover in Columbus
  • Landscaping
  • Pool maintenance
  • Common area insurance
  • Snow removal
Common amenities in Columbus HOAs
  • Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Playground
  • Gym
Self-Manage or Hire a Management Company?

Many Columbus HOA boards face the choice between self-management and hiring a full-service property management company. Management companies typically charge $10–$22 per unit per month — for a 75-unit community that is $750–$1,650/month. Self-managed boards with the right software can handle the same work at a fraction of the cost.

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Related resources

HOA Laws (Ohio)

Fine caps, notice periods, hearing rights

Special Assessments (Ohio)

When they happen and how they work

Reserve Requirements (Ohio)

What Ohio requires boards to fund

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Fee data represents estimates based on available market data and public HOA disclosures. Actual fees vary widely by community, amenities, building age, and reserve funding status. Legal information is general in nature and not legal advice. Always consult an HOA attorney and your governing documents for your specific situation. Last updated: 2026.