Opinions wanted re: plan for Columbus, Ohio- MTR

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Opinions wanted re: plan for Columbus, Ohio- MTR

Melissa Adams
Columbus, OH · Member since 2025 · 25 posts · 30 votes

Hello! While it may be closer to 6+ mos until I'm ready to invest, I have been researching and learning all I can. I wanted to run this by y'all for thoughts/opinions. I'm thinking about possibly MTR's.... particularly looking to explore rentals for airline flight crew/crash pad? (I used to be a Flight Attendant.) Or, if not for that niche, traveling professionals in the downtown area of Columbus. I'd love some opinions on this idea, especially if someone can give insight to the Columbus market, near the airport. Or, downtown for traveling professionals. Does this sound like a good idea for someone new to investing (1st property)? Thanks for any feedback! 

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Min ZhangBusiness Member
Real Estate Agent · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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Love that you’re thinking ahead and exploring creative strategies like MTRs, especially with your background in the airline world. Targeting flight crews or traveling professionals can definitely be a smart niche if you're near the right demand hubs like airports or hospitals.

For a first property, it can be a solid option as long as you run the numbers conservatively and plan for potential gaps between tenants. Furnishing, cleaning logistics, and utility costs are a bit different from long-term rentals, but very doable if you plan for it.

Sounds like you’re doing all the right prep, Melissa! happy to chat more and feel free to keep the convo going, just let me know!

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  • Remington LymanBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 6k+ posts · 7k+ votes
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    Quote from @Melissa Adams:

    Hello! While it may be closer to 6+ mos until I'm ready to invest, I have been researching and learning all I can. I wanted to run this by y'all for thoughts/opinions. I'm thinking about possibly MTR's.... particularly looking to explore rentals for airline flight crew/crash pad? (I used to be a Flight Attendant.) Or, if not for that niche, traveling professionals in the downtown area of Columbus. I'd love some opinions on this idea, especially if someone can give insight to the Columbus market, near the airport. Or, downtown for traveling professionals. Does this sound like a good idea for someone new to investing (1st property)? Thanks for any feedback! 


     The market has been solid for MTR and STRs. I believe a lot of the pilots have been staying at the Junto for reference. It is about a 13-minute drive to the airport with the current traffic

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  • Min ZhangBusiness Member
    Real Estate Agent · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
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    Love that you’re thinking ahead and exploring creative strategies like MTRs, especially with your background in the airline world. Targeting flight crews or traveling professionals can definitely be a smart niche if you're near the right demand hubs like airports or hospitals.

    For a first property, it can be a solid option as long as you run the numbers conservatively and plan for potential gaps between tenants. Furnishing, cleaning logistics, and utility costs are a bit different from long-term rentals, but very doable if you plan for it.

    Sounds like you’re doing all the right prep, Melissa! happy to chat more and feel free to keep the convo going, just let me know!

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  • Sandra Feurtado
    Member since 2024 · 17 posts · 14 votes
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    Melissa , I just decided to begin looking at Columbus, OH as an out of state investor.  Your thinking is giving me hope! I wish you the best of luck.  

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  • Robin Smith
    New to Real Estate · Baton Rouge · Member since 2024 · 44 posts · 28 votes
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    Hi Melissa. As far as medical professionals go I don’t think you can lose. Columbus has three level one trauma centers and those people ALWAYS need MTRs. Two are adult, and one children’s. Think about smaller spaces, like 1 or 2 bedrooms. 

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