Columbus, Columbus OH — neighborhood review

Columbus, OH

Columbus · Franklin County · OH 43085

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$407K

Median Price

68/100

Walk Score

7.4/10

Schools

20 min

to Columbus, OH

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
C+Walkability
68/100
WYLT Score67/100

Our Take

The neighborhood has decent schools and a reasonable commute to downtown Columbus, but the walk score is almost zero and transit options are limited. Crime chatter on Reddit and the low walkability mean you’ll likely rely on a car and may face safety concerns. It’s not a bad place for families, but if you value convenience and a safe streetscape, you might want to look elsewhere.

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The Good

  • Good median income compared to national average
  • Strong public high schools with high ratings
  • Low flood risk
  • Short commute (20 minutes) to downtown Columbus

Real Talk

  • !Very low walkability – almost all errands require a car
  • !Limited transit options; only minimal bus service
  • !Mixed crime reports in Reddit threads suggesting possible safety issues
  • !Noise and traffic can be a nuisance due to car dependence
  • $Higher property taxes typical of Ohio suburbs
  • $Potential higher insurance due to crime concerns
  • $Maintenance costs for larger homes in the area

Best For

Families with kidsYoung professionals who commuteStudents attending nearby schoolsRemote workers who need quiet space

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Columbus, OH

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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