A block over from Hunter Avenue's tree-lined stretch of Dennison Place, 1276 Hunter Avenue recently sold for $765,000 — a fully renovated, down-to-the-studs brick Victorian with nearly 3,000 square feet, four bedrooms, and a rare 2.5-car garage. The renovation preserved the home's original hardwood floors, French doors, and three fireplaces while rebuilding the systems underneath: Viking Professional appliances and heated tile floors in the kitchen, heated floors in the primary bath, Pella windows throughout, a 2019 multi-zone HVAC replacement, and a 2020 water heater.
Life in Dennison Place
Dennison Place sits in the 43201 zip code, minutes from the Short North Arts District, Ohio State University, and Downtown Columbus. It's one of the city's most walkable historic neighborhoods, known for its brick streets, restored Victorian architecture, and easy access to High Street's restaurants and galleries. Buyers drawn to this pocket of Columbus are typically looking for exactly what this home offered: genuine historic character paired with systems and finishes that don't require a renovation punch list.
What This Sale Says About the Market for Renovated Victorians
Fully renovated historic homes continue to command a real premium in Columbus's close-in neighborhoods. With the metro median sale price near $350,000 and mortgage rates still in the 6.5 to 7.2 percent range through mid-2026, buyers have become more selective, and that selectivity increasingly favors homes where the major work is already done. A $765,000 sale in Dennison Place reflects strong, sustained demand for turnkey historic properties in this price range; homes that combine original character with a genuine down-to-the-studs renovation, like 1276 Hunter Avenue, tend to see multiple interested buyers and move quickly relative to homes still needing updates.
Things to Do Near Dennison Place
This stretch of Hunter Avenue puts residents close to the Short North Arts District's galleries, boutiques, and restaurants, along with the monthly Gallery Hop. Goodale Park offers green space, summer concerts, and community festivals just minutes away. The Arena District, Nationwide Arena, and Ohio Stadium are all a short drive away, as are OSU's Wexner Medical Center and Nationwide Children's Hospital, two of the area's largest employers. Downtown Columbus's North Market and Scioto Mile round out an easy list of nearby destinations for dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
Considering a Renovated Historic Home?
Sales like 1276 Hunter Avenue show what today's buyers are willing to pay for a genuinely move-in-ready Victorian in the right location. Whether you're weighing a renovation project of your own or want to know what a turnkey historic home in Dennison Place might sell for, the Joseph Speakman Real Estate team is happy to talk through your options.
