The growth of the data center project in Franklin Furnace, Ohio is bringing contractors, construction crews, engineers, project managers and other professionals into Southern Ohio and the surrounding Tri-State area.

For workers coming into the region, one of the biggest questions is:

Where should I live while working at the Franklin Furnace data center?

While the project is located in Franklin Furnace, Ohio, many incoming workers are looking for housing in and around Ashland, Kentucky because of its larger selection of housing, restaurants, shopping, entertainment and other amenities.

As a REALTOR® licensed in Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia, I help contractors, employees and companies search for housing throughout the entire Ashland-Ironton-Huntington region.

Whether you need a furnished rental for a few months, housing for an entire construction crew or a home to purchase during a long-term relocation, I can help.

Housing for Franklin Furnace Data Center Contractors

Large construction projects create housing needs that are different from a typical home search.

Some contractors may only be in the area for three to six months, while others could remain for a year or longer. Project managers, engineers and permanent employees may decide to relocate to the area altogether.

Housing needs can include:

• Furnished contractor housing

• Short-term rentals

• Mid-term rentals

• Corporate housing

• Executive rentals

• Apartments

• Single-family homes

• Housing for construction crews

• Homes for employees relocating permanently

• Homes for sale near Franklin Furnace and Ashland

If you're searching for Franklin Furnace contractor housing, data center housing near Franklin Furnace, Ohio, furnished rentals in Ashland, KY, or corporate housing near the Franklin Furnace data center, I can help you search throughout the region.

Why Data Center Workers Are Looking at Ashland, Kentucky

Even though the data center project is located in Ohio, Ashland, Kentucky is becoming a popular place for incoming workers to search for housing.

Ashland gives contractors access to a larger commercial area with restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, healthcare and other services while still keeping them within commuting distance of Franklin Furnace.

For someone relocating from another state who doesn't know the area, it is important to understand that Northeast Kentucky and Southern Ohio are closely connected.

Crossing the Ohio River for work is a normal part of life in the Tri-State.

That means employees working in Franklin Furnace don't necessarily need to limit their housing search to Franklin Furnace or Portsmouth.

Expanding the search into Ashland, Russell, Flatwoods and surrounding Kentucky communities can provide significantly more options.

Best Places to Live While Working in Franklin Furnace, Ohio

Ashland, Kentucky

For many incoming contractors, Ashland is one of the first places I recommend searching.

Ashland offers a variety of apartments, rental homes and residential neighborhoods along with restaurants, grocery stores, shopping and healthcare.

It can be an especially good fit for project managers, engineers, supervisors and workers who want more amenities available when they aren't on the job site.

Russell and Flatwoods, Kentucky

Just outside Ashland, Russell and Flatwoods offer quieter residential settings while keeping workers close to everything in the Ashland area.

These communities can be excellent places to search for single-family rentals or homes to purchase.

Greenup, Kentucky

Greenup and the surrounding areas can provide another option for workers who want more space or a more rural setting while remaining within the Northeast Kentucky/Southern Ohio region.

Ironton, Ohio

Ironton is another strong option for Franklin Furnace contractors.

Workers who want to remain on the Ohio side of the river can find apartments, rental homes and homes for sale while still having relatively easy access to both Franklin Furnace and Ashland.

South Point, Ohio

South Point sits between the Ashland and Huntington areas and can be a convenient location for workers who want access to both Ohio and Kentucky.

Portsmouth and Wheelersburg, Ohio

For workers who prefer to stay closer to the Franklin Furnace job site, Portsmouth, Wheelersburg and surrounding Scioto County communities should also be part of the housing search.

The best location ultimately depends on whether your priority is being as close to the project as possible or having easier access to restaurants, shopping and other amenities after work.

Furnished Rentals Near the Franklin Furnace Data Center

One of the biggest needs created by a major construction project is furnished mid-term housing.

Many workers don't want to sign a traditional year-long apartment lease, move furniture across the country or stay in a hotel for months at a time.

A furnished house or apartment can make much more sense.

Contractors commonly look for lease terms of:

3 months • 6 months • 9 months • 12 months

Availability can change quickly as more workers arrive in the area.

Because I work throughout the local real estate market, I can help search for rental opportunities throughout both Kentucky and Ohio rather than limiting the search to one city or one rental website.

Need Housing for an Entire Data Center Construction Crew?

Finding one rental is relatively simple.

Finding housing for 10, 20, 30 or more employees is a completely different challenge.

Companies bringing crews into Franklin Furnace may need housing spread throughout several nearby communities.

I can help companies and project coordinators identify potential housing in:

Ashland • Russell • Flatwoods • Greenup • Catlettsburg • Ironton • South Point • Wheelersburg • Portsmouth • Proctorville • Huntington • Barboursville and surrounding areas

Instead of having every employee independently search for housing, I can serve as a local real estate contact and help identify available properties throughout the region.

This can include:

• Furnished houses

• Apartments

• Executive rentals

• Multi-unit properties

• Long-term rentals

• Homes for employees who want to purchase

• Housing options for multiple crews or departments

Moving to the Area Permanently?

Not everyone coming to Franklin Furnace will be a temporary contractor.

If you're moving to the area for a permanent position or expect to remain here for several years, it may be worth comparing the cost of renting with purchasing a home.

The Tri-State housing market provides a wide range of choices.

You could live in Ohio near the project, choose Ashland or another Northeast Kentucky community, or even consider the Huntington, West Virginia area.

Because I'm licensed in all three states, you don't have to decide which side of the river you want to live on before starting your search.

We can compare properties throughout Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia and determine which area gives you the best combination of:

• Commute to Franklin Furnace

• Home price

• Rental price

• Property size

• Neighborhood

• Schools

• Shopping and restaurants

• Access to healthcare

• Lifestyle

Property Owners: Have a Rental Available for Data Center Contractors?

I'm also looking to connect with property owners throughout the area who have quality housing that may work for incoming contractors.

If you own a house, apartment, duplex or other rental property in Ashland, Russell, Flatwoods, Greenup, Ironton, South Point, Wheelersburg, Portsmouth or the surrounding area, there may be opportunities to provide housing for workers coming into the region.

Furnished properties and homes that can accommodate mid-term leases may be particularly attractive to project-based employees.

A Local Real Estate Resource for Franklin Furnace Data Center Workers

Moving to an unfamiliar area for a major construction project can be difficult.

My goal is to make the housing side easier.

Whether you're an individual contractor, project manager, engineer, company relocation coordinator or construction firm bringing an entire crew into the area, I can help you navigate housing throughout the Tri-State.

Lucas Stuart, REALTOR® | eXp Realty

Licensed in Kentucky, Ohio & West Virginia

Serving Ashland, Russell, Flatwoods, Greenup, Catlettsburg, Ironton, South Point, Franklin Furnace, Wheelersburg, Portsmouth, Proctorville, Huntington, Barboursville and the surrounding Tri-State area.

Coming to Franklin Furnace for the data center project?

Send me:

Your move-in date • Monthly budget • Number of people • Furnished or unfurnished • Expected length of stay

I'll help you start identifying housing options throughout the Ashland and Southern Ohio area.