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Columbus, OH
Columbus · Franklin County · OH 43085
Updated October 30, 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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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