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Developer Proposes Demolishing OSU Apartments for 7-Story Complex
Plans call for razing existing student housing to build new mixed-use development near Ohio State University.
Published on Feb. 4, 2026
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A developer has submitted plans to demolish the Ohio Stater Apartments near the Ohio State University campus in order to construct a new 7-story mixed-use complex in its place. The existing apartment building will close in October 2026 to make way for the redevelopment project.
Why it matters
The Ohio Stater Apartments have provided affordable student housing near the OSU campus for decades, so the proposed demolition and redevelopment raises concerns about the availability and affordability of housing options for students. The new mixed-use complex could bring additional retail and commercial space to the area, but may also price out lower-income residents.
The details
The developer's plans call for razing the existing Ohio Stater Apartments and replacing it with a 7-story mixed-use building that would include residential units, retail space, and other commercial offerings. The new complex would be located in close proximity to the Ohio State University campus.
- The Ohio Stater Apartments are slated to close in October 2026 to make way for the redevelopment.
- The developer has recently submitted plans for the 7-story mixed-use complex to local authorities.
The players
Ohio Stater Apartments
An apartment building that has provided affordable student housing near the Ohio State University campus for many years.
Developer
The real estate development company that has submitted plans to demolish the Ohio Stater Apartments and construct a new 7-story mixed-use complex in its place.
What’s next
The developer's plans for the 7-story mixed-use complex will need to go through the local approval process before construction can begin.
The takeaway
The proposed redevelopment of the Ohio Stater Apartments highlights the ongoing tension between preserving affordable housing options and meeting the demand for new commercial and residential development near major universities like Ohio State.
