If you’ve ever driven past the corner of E. Livingston Avenue and S. 4th Street, you’ve probably noticed the stately Livingston United Methodist Church. And if you haven’t, well, now’s the time to pay attention—because this nearly two-acre property is officially for sale, and it’s bursting with potential.
A Little Slice of Columbus History
This isn’t just any old building. The Livingston United Methodist Church has roots going back to 1843, originally built to serve the city’s growing German immigrant population. Over the years, the church has moved and rebuilt (thanks to the I-70/I-71 freeway project), landing at its current location in 1966. It’s safe to say this place has seen Columbus grow and change for generations.
The church itself clocks in at a hefty 16,728 square feet, complete with a parking lot that’s basically a treasure chest in a bustling area like this. The property spans 1.96 acres and is zoned as Institutional, which means it needs to serve the public somehow. The church sits right on the edge of downtown, just a stone’s throw from Nationwide Children’s Hospital and German Village. Talk about location, location, location!
What Could This Become?
With no set listing price, this nearly 2-acre property is brimming with potential. Thanks to its Institutional zoning, the space is primed for community-focused uses. Could it become a vibrant arts center for local creatives?
A nonprofit headquarters serving Columbus’ diverse communities? Or maybe a unique mixed-use development that blends public services with creative spaces? The possibilities are as expansive as the lot itself.
Reinventing a Corner of Columbus
Sure, it’s always bittersweet to see a piece of history change hands, but the sale of the Livingston United Methodist Church is also a chance to write a new chapter for this corner of the city. The church plans to relocate to a different space in Columbus.
“We’ve been getting calls from developers for awhile now, and right now is the right opportunity for us to move and make this happen,” Pastor Angie Cox told Columbus Business First. “This really is a great site. We hope that whoever buys it will make some sort of investment into the community.”
With so much happening downtown, it’s exciting to think about what could be next for this landmark. Want to take a peek or know someone who’s got big ideas? The property is ready and waiting for its next act. You can view the full listing here.
