A major health care provider headquartered in Columbus has expanded its real estate footprint with the purchase of a newly constructed industrial facility in Hilliard, reflecting its continued growth across central Ohio. OhioHealth acquired the property known as the Mill Run Innovation Center for $23 million in a transaction completed in late December, according to records from the Franklin County Auditor’s Office.
The property is located at 3401 Mill Run Drive and includes a 130,583-square-foot building situated on approximately 10 acres of land. While OhioHealth has not finalized specific plans for how the space will be used, the organization has indicated the facility is intended to support operations rather than serve as a site for direct patient care. Representatives for the health system said the purchase aligns with its broader strategy to strengthen infrastructure that supports hospitals and outpatient locations throughout the region.
OhioHealth officials noted that as the organization continues to expand care delivery closer to patients, additional non-clinical space is increasingly necessary to support administrative, operational, and logistical functions. Planning for the Hilliard site is expected to continue over the coming year, with a decision on its final use anticipated in early 2026.
The Mill Run Innovation Center was developed by Tenby, a Columbus-based real estate firm, which promoted the building’s strategic location and regional accessibility. The site sits near the intersection of Interstate 270 and Interstate 70, offering convenient connectivity across the Columbus metropolitan area. The industrial facility was designed to accommodate a range of commercial and institutional uses, making it adaptable for large organizations seeking modern, flexible space.
Founded in 1891, OhioHealth is a not-for-profit health care system affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Over more than a century, it has grown into one of the state’s largest health care networks, operating 16 hospitals, three joint-venture hospitals, and more than 200 community clinics across Ohio. Its footprint is especially prominent in central Ohio, where the organization continues to invest heavily in new facilities and major upgrades.
The Hilliard purchase follows other significant real estate transactions by OhioHealth in recent months. In April, the system acquired the former Big Lots corporate headquarters in northeast Columbus for $36 million, a property it plans to convert for hospital or medical use. In addition to acquisitions, OhioHealth is advancing multiple large-scale construction projects, including a new critical care tower at Grant Medical Center in downtown Columbus and a dedicated women’s center at Riverside Methodist Hospital.
Development activity is also accelerating around the Mill Run area where the newly purchased facility is located. A 120-unit apartment complex is currently under construction nearby, contributing to the area’s growing residential presence. Plans are also underway to redevelop the former Steak ’n Shake site on Data Point Court, which is expected to welcome two new tenants that have not yet been publicly identified. In addition, a luxury pet hotel has been announced for the development, further signaling ongoing commercial investment in the corridor.
Together, these projects highlight the continued transformation of the Mill Run area and underscore OhioHealth’s long-term commitment to expanding its operational capacity alongside the region’s broader economic growth.
