Apartments for Empty Nesters and Downsizers in Columbus, Ohio

Nationally, empty-nest baby boomers now own nearly twice as many large homes as millennial families with kids — roughly 28% of the country's large homes versus about 16% held by millennial families, according to a spring 2026 Redfin analysis. That gap is starting to close as more empty nesters decide a house built for a full household no longer makes sense for the life they're living now.

Why More Empty Nesters Are Choosing to Downsize

A larger home built for a family in its busiest years often comes with costs that don't shrink once the kids move out — higher utility bills, more square footage to clean, and a yard that always needs attention. Many empty nesters find that moving to something smaller frees up both money and time for the things they'd rather be doing, whether that's travel, hobbies, or simply less upkeep.

What to Look for in a Downsizing Move

•          A manageable floor plan that doesn't leave rooms sitting empty and unused

•          No yard work or exterior maintenance to worry about

•          Storage space for the belongings you're keeping, even if you've pared down significantly

•          Responsive, professional maintenance so small repairs aren't your problem to solve

•          A quiet, established setting rather than a high-traffic, high-turnover complex

Kingshill Court: Right-Sized Living Without Giving Up Space

Kingshill Court Apartments offers a one bedroom apartment for renters ready for a simpler footprint, along with 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhouses that leave room for a guest bedroom, home office, or hobby space. Select units include a full basement — helpful for sentimental items you're not ready to part with — and every home includes central air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and dedicated storage. On-site, professional management and 24/7 emergency maintenance mean you're never handling a repair alone.

Practical Tips for Downsizing Renters

•          Work through your current home room by room rather than trying to tackle everything at once.

•          Start with rooms that hold the least emotional weight, and save sentimental spaces for last.

•          Measure your existing furniture against your new floor plan before moving day, so you know what actually fits.

•          Ask about available storage, like a basement or extra closet space, if you're not ready to part with everything at once.

Come See Kingshill Court for Yourself

Kingshill Court Apartments is located in the Woodward Park neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, close to I-71 and I-270 and right on the COTA bus line. Our friendly, professional on-site team is ready to help you find the floor plan that fits your budget and your life.

•          Call or text us: 614-885-7444

•          Email leasing: leasing@kingshillcourtapts.com

•          Visit us online: kingshillcourtapts.com

Pay rent and submit maintenance requests online, any time — leasing at Kingshill Court is built to be easy from application to move-in.