Landlords in Columbus, Ohio are increasingly working with startup companies as the city has become a top destination for scaling startups according to the Kauffman Index. Most startups in Columbus are leasing office space in the downtown area and Grandview neighborhoods within Class B and C buildings, which comprise over 75% of leased startup space. With a better understanding of the startup industry, landlords are more accommodating to startups and Columbus is positioned for further growth as venture capital interest rises.

1. Columbus landlords are embracing the growing
startup market
Columbus
• As landlords are more willing to work with new startup companies, Columbus has positioned itself to
foster a healthy startup ecosystem. According to the Kauffman Index, Columbus is ranked 1st in the
country in scaling startups. They have been primarily migrating towards office spaces in the CBD and
Grandview areas, and 75.9 percent of all startups are leasing space in Class B or C buildings. With a
better understanding of the industry, landlords have become more accommodating of startups, and with
rising interest from venture capitalists, Columbus’ startup scene is positioned for further growth.
Source: JLL Research, Kauffman Index
Chart of the week: July 11, 2016
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