First-time Ohio homebuyers denied grants while in contract, leaving them unable to purchase homes

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio has seen home prices rise more than 6% in the last year. The average home cost is nearly $229,000 and that number is even higher in central Ohio.

Zillow reports the average in Franklin County is $287,000. Delaware County is nearing half a million dollars and Fairfield County is averaging around $337,000. And if you’re looking to build a new home, get ready for costs to go up even more.

A new estimate from the National Association of Home Builders said costs could jump more than $9,000…

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