Top Coworking Spaces in Southeast Ohio for Remote Workers

The popularity of remote work has skyrocketed over the past 6 years. Attending meetings from the kitchen table can get old though, and oftentimes remote professionals simply wish to get out of the house. So, when the noise of the local coffee shop becomes too much, a dedicated, professional space with a Wi-Fi connection and a quiet setting to meet with others can offer the work-life balance they’ve been missing.

In the past, many people living outside major metropolitan areas have found these spaces hard to come by. But a growing network of coworking spaces in Southeast Ohio is rising to meet the needs of the region's freelancers, remote corporate employees, and independent entrepreneurs.

BlueDot Coworking (Athens, OH)

BlueDot Coworking occupies the historic Athens Armory in uptown Athens, Ohio, serving remote workers, small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and professionals seeking flexible workspace. The facility features multiple coworking areas, private offices, and an event venue designed for professional and community gatherings.

The BlueDot team describes the atmosphere as “community-focused” and a “hub for connection and creativity.” The space provides entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and independent professionals the opportunity to collaborate, advance their careers, and strengthen ties within the Appalachian region. The Athens Armory is also open 7 days a week to host events including weddings, conferences, musical performances, and more.

Pricing: Memberships start around $100/month and increase depending on desired access and space. 

Amenities: Memberships include shared use of a full kitchen, printing services, huddle rooms, desk and chairs, and free Wi-Fi. Explore what BlueDot has to offer by clicking here.

IncSwell (Marietta, OH)

For those who are tired of working from home, a hotel, or a coffee shop, IncSwell in downtown Marietta, Ohio, offers the perfect alternative. With a collaborative work environment and 24-hour access to the building, the region’s remote workers can now enjoy a change of pace from the kitchen table or the home office. IncSwell is one part of the region’s broader plan to foster the growth of small businesses in rural-metropolitan and urban-renewal areas. The coworking space gives these professionals a chance to collaborate with others and build a business right from their hometown. IncSwell wants to provide the professionalism factor for remote business operators without making them pay for office space they don't need. Patrons can rent a table for a few days out of the week or make a longer commitment to one of the spaces for the year.

Pricing: Pass tiers range from $25 per day to $185 per month.

Amenities: Depending on the pass tier that is purchased, patrons have access to their own desk, office chair, and lockable filing cabinet as well as scheduling access to conference rooms, free Wi-Fi, printing, a community kitchenette, and more. Check out IncSwell by clicking here.

The Downtown Exchange (Zanesville, OH)

The Downtown Exchange (DTX WRX) is a food hall, coworking space, and professional meeting hub in the heart of Zanesville, Ohio. Situated directly on Main Street, this renovated, historic commercial building has been transformed into a “vibrant community-driven workspace.” 

Located on the second floor of the building, the coworking space offers more than 2,500 square feet of tables, desks, and collaborative zones. Guests have complimentary access to printers and Wi-Fi. Simply purchase a day pass (good for that day only), unlock the door, and get to work.

Patrons can also choose from a selection of private meeting spaces and conference rooms, with the opportunity to cater food and beverages from onsite vendors. Reserving a meeting room is convenient through online booking.

Pricing: Day passes begin at $10 per day, and meeting room rentals start at $30 per hour.

Amenities: Access includes shared desk options, high-speed Wi-Fi, audio/visual-equipped meeting rooms for small to large teams, and a selection of food and drinks for purchase.

Get connected with The Downtown Exchange by clicking here.

Coshocton Collaborative (Coshocton, OH)

The Coshocton Collaborative is a flexible, professional workspace located in the heart of downtown Coshocton where freelancers, remote workers, and small teams enjoy workspaces without the commitment of a long-term office lease. Coworking at the Coshocton Collaborative offers a great blend of camaraderie, connection, and individual focus.

The Maker Space is a unique perk of the space where creators, builders, and tinkerers can experiment with tools, build prototypes, and bring their artistic and engineering visions to life. Options for woodworking, 3D printing, and other activities are available.

The Coshocton Collaborative is an ideal space for entrepreneurial networking, workshop hosting, and starting and scaling small businesses.

Pricing: Membership options are flexible. The Collaborative offers day passes at $10, monthly passes at $100, and annual memberships at $1000. Business incubator memberships are also available at varying costs for teams who need their own space.

Amenities: Coworkers have access to high-speed fiber internet, meeting and conference rooms, a kitchenette and coffee bar, printing and scanning, and business address & mail services.

Sign up for the Coshocton Collaborative coworking space by clicking here.

The Hillsboro Hive (Hillsboro, OH)

As part of the Hillsboro Business Complex revitalization project, the Hillsboro Hive coworking space is designed to foster small business growth and economic development in the region. Located on the top floors of three adjoining historic downtown buildings, this coworking space offers modern office amenities while preserving the town’s historic architecture.

The project is the result of local investments and key partnerships from economic development organizations to create a thriving professional hub that can support local entrepreneurs. Coworkers can enjoy working in the restored, early 20th-century properties.

Pricing: Single day passes are $25 each with bulk rates available for 5 or more days per month. Varying discounts are available depending on the number of days booked.

Amenities: Workers enjoy shared office space, a lounge and break room, free Wi-Fi, a pay-per-use copier, and a kitchenette.

Explore what the Hillsboro Hive has to offer by clicking here.

The Commerce Collective (Logan, OH)

The Commerce Collective is Hocking Hills' first and only Chamber Coworking Space. Entrepreneurs, freelancers, remote professionals, and small teams in the region come to the Collective for productivity, connection, and growth. The Collective offers a range of workspaces for all professionals including those looking for private offices, dedicated desks, places to host meetings, or just a change of scenery from home.

The Commerce Collective prides itself on community and fostering an environment where ideas are shared, relationships are built, and businesses grow.

Pricing: Day passes begin at $10, with desks and offices ranging from $200 - $600 a month.

Amenities: Benefits include great coffee, free high-speed internet, color printing options, various workspaces to reserve, and a business address for a fee.

Check out The Commerce Collective by clicking here.

Coming Soon: The Midtown Market (Cambridge, OH)

An exciting new mixed-use market featuring local eating, drinking, and collaborative spaces will open soon for the Cambridge community. The Midtown Market will include at least six food vendors, a bar/restaurant vendor, recreation options, educational spaces, and a coworking space.

Operating out of a once vacant building, The Midtown Market is set to transform business activity in Cambridge, encouraging social gathering and creating economic growth through the new coworking space. When complete, the project will create 39 new jobs in the community.

Local investors hope to generate even more investment and redevelopment through the opening of The Midtown Market.

To read more about the plans for this new space, click here.

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From converted town armories with offices to trendy food halls with meeting spaces, coworking spaces in Southeast Ohio and across the Appalachian region deliver a much-needed separation between home and work.

Next time you’re looking for a change of scenery or a place to hold a meeting with out-of-town coworkers, visit one of these top coworking spaces in Southeast Ohio.

Disclaimer: OhioSE is a proud supporter of BlueDot Coworking, The Hillsboro Hive, Coshocton Collaborative, The Downtown Exchange, and The Midtown Market.