Necko Multifamily Homes & Duplexes for Sale

Necko, a historic neighborhood in Columbus, is situated just south of The Ohio State University campus. The area is part of the Near North Side Historic District, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 1980. Necko features narrow streets lined with Victorian and Foursquare homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s, characterized by brick construction, front porches, and roof dormers. Moving east from Neil Avenue towards High Street, the neighborhood includes a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, small apartment complexes, and multi-family homes, many of which are rented by Ohio State University students, particularly those in medical and graduate programs. The community also includes professionals, families, and retirees. Local businesses cater to the student population, with spots like the Ohio State University Bookstore and HangOverEasy, a popular breakfast and lunch spot. For groceries and essentials, residents frequent the Kroger on High Street. The Columbus Metropolitan Library's Northside Branch offers meeting rooms, study spaces, and public computer access. Recreational options include the Phyllis A. Jones Legacy Park on the OSU campus, featuring a playground and open green space, and Thompson Park on Dennison Avenue, which has a basketball court, playground, and recreation center. The neighborhood is well-served by the Central Ohio Transit Authority bus routes, with stops on Neil Avenue and High Street. Ohio Stadium is just two miles away, making it convenient for residents to walk to Buckeye football games. Downtown Columbus is about three miles south, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport is a little over 10 minutes away.