A versatile 6.79-acre commercial development tract is located on the east side of Fortson Road in the high-growth North Columbus / Fortson submarket. The property is positioned just south of 84 Lumber and offers excellent frontage and visibility along this primary arterial corridor. It is being offered as two separate parcels that may be purchased individually or combined, providing maximum flexibility for a wide range of users and investment strategies. Key Property Features: 6.79 acres with strong Fortson Road frontage and visibility Flexible configuration - offered as two parcels or as a single combined tract Subdividable into multiple lots to accommodate phased development or multi-tenant layouts Utilities available to the site (water, electric, and others); sewer not currently available Direct benefit from the recently completed roundabout at the Fortson Road and Williams Road intersection, part of a significant public infrastructure investment that improves traffic flow, safety, and accessibility Convenient access to I-185 and proximity to expanding residential neighborhoods and established retail centers Development Potential: The site is well-suited for retail, professional office, medical, flex, mixed-use, or small-bay commercial development. A conceptual site plan has been prepared demonstrating the potential to accommodate multiple 8,000 SF buildings with efficient internal circulation, ample parking, and integrated stormwater management. The adaptable layout supports both single-user owner-occupied facilities and multi-tenant investment strategies. Location & Market: The property lies within one of North Columbus' fastest-growing corridors. Fortson Road serves a rapidly expanding residential base and benefits from strong household incomes, consistent population growth, and increasing demand for supporting commercial services. The location offers excellent proximity to national and regional retailers, established neighborhoods, and key transportation routes.
Vacant landProperty Type
6.79 acresLot Size
$73,343Price/Acres
Listed by Ernest Smallman• Coldwell Banker Kennon & Parker
North Columbus, located between Downtown Columbus and the Fort Moore corridor, is a residential and commercial Columbus neighborhood with wooded creek corridors and a retail spine along Veterans Parkway. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Whittlesey Boulevard and Veterans Parkway intersection, where big-box storefronts, local eateries, and steady traffic set a brisk, errands-and-dining rhythm. Community pillars include the National Infantry Museum, the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, and the Springer Opera House. Housing ranges from mid-century ranches to newer subdivisions, with cul-de-sacs and mature tree canopy shaping the streetscape. Flat terrain and wide arterials define the geography, while nearby riverfront venues pull culture northward. Parks and multi-use paths add outdoor breaks between shopping centers and office clusters.
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Level, open lot
Approximately 6.79 acres
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Unimproved land property
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Listed price: $498,000
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Two lots (number of lots: 2)
Parcel number 074 001 018
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Last updated by owner on Apr 25, 2026.
RE1
Residential Estate-1 District
The purpose of the RE1 zoning district is to provide a moderate density residential zoning district that provides for large residential lots and the potential for clustered or conservation subdivisions that help retain a large degree of the rural character of the area.
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Redfin Estimate for 8400 Fortson Rd
$446,102
$52K under list price of $498K
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