Research

Why New Columbus Population Growth Is Surprisingly Surpassing Expectations Nationwide

April 15, 2024

Forget the coasts! The Midwest is experiencing a resurgence, fueled by affordable living, a return of manufacturing jobs, and a thriving quality of life. Cities like Des Moines, Iowa, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota are booming, attracting families, young professionals, and retirees seeking a stable and enriching place to call home.

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Best Growth Markets 2024: Eye-Opening Data Shows Why Louisville and Cincinnati Are Actually Priced Beating the National Trend

November 30, 2023

Midwest Markets Continue to Dominate Rent Growth Among the Best Growth Markets 2024, few cities have surprised headlines more than Louisville and Cincinnati. These two Midwest metros are defying national expectations, with strong rent growth that positions them among the top performers in the U.S. rental housing market. Yet, this is no surprise to us…

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How Cincinnati’s Downtown Office Conversions Sparked an Unexpected, The Remarkable Growth Surge in Its New Urban Core

November 25, 2023

Not long ago, cities across the Midwest were grappling with disinvestment and stagnant downtown growth. Many were labeled “donut hole” cities—urban cores hollowed out as residents and employers migrated to surrounding suburbs. Daytime office activity offered brief signs of life, but by evening and weekends, downtown streets sat mostly empty. But now, Cincinnati’s Downtown Office…

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