CJ Oliver - Realty Forward

It was an absolute pleasure helping with this recent move! I'm just grateful for the trust and the opportunity to help another client reach their goals!

✨ New Listing | 55+ Community ✨

First-floor 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath garden condo in North Columbus near I-71.
✔️ Fresh paint & new flooring throughout
✔️ Updated lighting fixtures
✔️ Enclosed sunroom plus a private patio off the primary bedroom
✔️ Walk-in primary closet
✔️ Secured building with assigned carport parking

HOA covers lawn care, snow removal, water, sewer, trash, and security—true low-maintenance living in a 55+ community.

📩 Message me for details or a private showing.
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With mortgage rates at their lowest in over a year, 2026 could be the moment sidelined buyers finally jump in. But whether you’re a first-time buyer or planning a move, buying a home this year will require smart financial prep. Experts say getting your money in order now is key, so when the right home appears, you’re ready to make an offer.

Active and ready — this one has the bones, the lot, and the features you don’t see often in Valleyview.

Showings are now open, and this home is ready for its next owner. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start or a project with upside, it’s absolutely worth a look.

Let’s get you in for a tour and set you up to start the New Year in a new home!

Christopher Oliver
(614) 969-8594
[email protected]

https://www.flexmls.com/share/D9mXd/527-N-Hague-Avenue,-Columbus,-OH-43204

CJ Oliver - Realty Forward Realtor® | Realty Forward | Columbus, OH
Helping buyers & sellers make smart moves in Central Ohio.

New Listing Coming Soon!

This mid-century home in ValleyView has many great things to offer!

✅0.18-acre, well-maintained corner lot

✅1.5-car ATTACHED garage with plenty of storage

✅Solid original character that’s ready to be brought back to life

✅Spacious unfinished basement offering room for storage or future plans

If you'd like to see it or have any questions, feel free to reach out!

Christopher "CJ" Oliver
(614)969-8594
[email protected]

HUGE congrats to my clients!! 🥳

From running the halls of Westland together to trusting me with one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, it’s been such a full-circle moment. I’m so proud and grateful to have guided you through this journey and helped make your first home a reality.

We stayed patient, worked through the ups and downs, and found the perfect fit in the end. Watching it all come together for you has been incredible, cheers to new beginnings and the start of an amazing chapter as homeowners! 🏠🔑🎉

Ready to make your homeownership goals a reality, or just have questions about the process? Call, text, or email, and let’s make it happen!

CJ Oliver - REALTOR | Realty Forward
📞(614)969-8594
📧[email protected]

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📊 July 2025 Market Snapshot 📊

The numbers are in, and here’s what they mean for YOU ⬇️

For Buyers 🛒
✅ More homes on the market (5,638 new listings – highest since 2016!)
✅ Days on market up to 27 → more time to shop before rushing into an offer
✅ Negotiation power is improving with 2.3 months of supply
⚠️ Median sales price still strong at $342K → waiting could cost you more

For Sellers 🏡
✅ Prices are holding (+4.6% year-over-year)
✅ Homes are still selling in under a month on average
⚠️ More competition = condition and pricing matter more than ever
✅ Well-priced homes are STILL winning with multiple offers

The market’s balancing, and strategy is everything right now. Whether you’re buying or selling, let’s build a plan that works.

📞 CJ Oliver – REALTOR®
Realty Forward
📧 [email protected]
📱 (614) 969-8594

✨$235,000 | 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,312 SqFt | Westerville Schools✨

Looking for a home that’s fresh without being fussy? This recently refreshed gem in Strawberry Farms delivers.

✅ 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths upstairs, plus a guest-friendly half bath on the main floor
✅ Partially finished lower level—perfect for movie nights, game days, or hiding from laundry
✅ Private patio & fenced yard (yes, the dog just wagged their tail)
✅ Newer windows & patio door = less fixing, more living
✅ No HOA. Repeat: No HOA

With Westerville Schools and City of Columbus services, you’re getting the best of both worlds. Built in 1979, it’s got just enough character without the “needs a new everything” vibe.

📍 Minutes from Easton Town Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment, plus easy highway access for wherever life takes you.

Listed by: Brian Parks, Realtor - Realty Forward

🔗 Full details + photos:
https://www.realtorbrianparks.com/4075-forest-edge-drive

I have an extra 10ish OSU football schedule magnets left, if you want one let me know!

💡 First-time buyer hack: Always budget beyond your down payment.

For a $299K home in Columbus, here’s what those extra costs might look like:

✔️ Appraisal: ~$500–$700 📊
✔️ Inspection: ~$400–$600 🔎 (can go higher if you add radon/sewer tests)
✔️ Closing costs: 2–5% of purchase price = $6,000–$15,000 💸

Inspection and appraisal hit first, down payment comes second, and closing costs finish you off. Congratulations—you’re now both broke and a homeowner. 🥳

At least now you know the playbook—budget for it, and you’ll still have cash left to buy furniture. 🛋️

📲 Thinking about buying your first home in Columbus? Let’s make a game plan that keeps you prepared (and your wallet breathing). Message me today to get started.

CJ Oliver
REALTOR® | Realty Forward
📞 (614)969-8594
📧 [email protected]
🌐 cjoliver.realtyforward.com/

Realty Forward - Best Real Estate Brokerage for Agents & Homebuyers... Realty Forward is the best real estate brokerage for agents, buyers, and sellers in Ohio—delivering expert service across the entire state.

30-year fixed rates just hit 6.58%—the lowest of 2025. Even a small dip can mean big savings. Ready to see what this means for you? Let’s talk!

https://www.wsj.com/economy/housing/mortgage-rates-slip-to-lowest-level-of-2025-7c1be5d2wn

Mortgage Rates Slip to Lowest Level of 2025 Elevated rates and home prices have kept homeownership out of reach for many prospective home buyers.