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Merion Village, an historic community
Merion Village is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Columbus, with settlers from Great Britain and Nova Scotia arriving in the early 1800s. In 1809, entrepreneur William Merion saw an opportunity for Ohio farmers and acquired 1,800 acres near the local canals and developed a port of entry along the Scioto River to bring their goods to market. This area became a magnet for European immigrants, especially Germans, and Merion Village developed a thriving economy. Today, the village rests on that same 1,800 acres of land east of the Scioto River and still bears the Merion name. Most Merion Village homes were developed in the early 20th century. “Merion Village residents have central access to the downtown, a lot of restaurants and several private schools,” says Realtor Remington Lyman, who sells houses in the neighborhood with Reafco. “The area is relatively affordable compared to neighboring places like German Village, and it’s developed a lot in the last five years."
Merion Village is an urban neighborhood situated south of Downtown Columbus.
Most Merion Village homes were developed in the early 20th century.
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Activities within and around Merion Village
“The neighborhood has a strong community feel,” Lyman says. “The Merion Village Civic Association plays a big role in getting people involved with the community.” The Merion Village Art Walk showcases the town’s history, from its humble beginnings as an immigrant enclave to its industrial evolution. The annual Merion Village Festival features a variety of artists, crafters and food and drink vendors. The village has a green thumb reputation, making its annual garden tour a hit among residents. The event involves residents opening their gardens to visitors to trade gardening tips. The Merion Village Association holds monthly meetings to plan local events like the festival and garden tour. The association also keeps a record of the neighborhood's history. Just over a mile north of the neighborhood, German Village's annual Oktoberfest attracts thousands of visitors for its craft brews, German folk performances and its bratwurst. In the summer, folks catch new film releases at South Drive-In, less than 4 miles south of the neighborhood. The Actors’ Theatre of Columbus is located in Schiller Park. Locals take acting classes and camps there and attend productions at the theatre. College football fans travel less than 8 miles northwest to root for the Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium. Three miles north of Merion Village, Nationwide Arena hosts musicians like Jelly Roll and Justin Timberlake.
The Book Loft near Merion Village has a very unique collection of books.
The CakeHound dog bakery near Merion Village sells freshly baked dog and cat treats.
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Early 20th-century houses and newer builds
"People who own homes here have great pride in their properties and are very conscious of maintaining them," says Realtor Bruce Dooley, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Keller Williams Classic Properties. Homebuyers can purchase wood-exterior 1920s four squares for between $210,000 and $280,000. Craftsman-style houses from the 1930s are valued between $260,000 and $320,000. Two-story 1920s houses with Craftsman features sell for between $320,000 and $470,000. Newly built three-bedroom condos sell for between $440,000 and $730,000. Although most properties fall between $275,000 and $600,000 in price, there are several outliers. A 1910s Federal-influenced home with hardwood floors is valued at $775,000. Newly built spins on the old four squares sell for as high as $800,000. “A lot of new houses and commercial buildings are being developed,” Lyman says. Train tracks pass through the neighborhood’s western section, causing some noise for homeowners.
Two-story brick homes are very common in Merion Village.
A two story home in Merion Village features a front porch.
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Green spaces ideal for athletics
Kids flock to Moeller Park for the playground. Southwood Mileusnich Park is across from Focus Learning Academy and next to Southwood Elementary School. It has athletics fields, baseball diamonds and a playground. Across the river, Lou Berliner Sports Park has thirty-one baseball diamonds and three playgrounds. Schiller Park is immediately north of Merion Village. It has winding paved pathways and bronze sculpture of German playwright Friedrich Schiller. Visitors walk along the Scioto River via the Lower Scioto Greenway. The Barack Community Center offers year-round programs and summer camps in conservation, basketball, gymnastics, cheerleading and more.
The residents of Merion Village love spending family time at Schiller Park.
Schiller Park near Merion Village features a basketball court.
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Access to public and private schools
Children can take the sidewalks to Southwood Elementary School, located within the neighborhood. Buckeye Middle is less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood. South High School is just outside the neighborhood's northeast corner, within walking distance of almost all residents. It is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The high school offers over 20 International Baccalaureate classes. All three schools have C-minus Niche ratings. Some children attend nearby private schools like St. Paul’s Lutheran School or St. Mary’s School.
Southwood Elementary School is located in Merion Village, Columbus Ohio.
South High School is located in Olde Towne East, Columbus Ohio.
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Restaurants in Merion Village
Local dining options line South High Street, which runs through the neighborhood's eastern portion. Cavan Irish Pub is a low-lit watering hole that hosts watch parties for RuPaul's Drag Race. From the outside, Lupita's Mexican Cuisine & Bar appears to be a southwestern mission. The building has brick arches and stone detailing. Inside, the tables are draped with white cloths and mariachi music plays. People also walk to the restaurants that line Parsons Avenue, on the neighborhood's eastern border. Shrimp Lips serves butter-soaked entrees of crab legs and lobster. For groceries, folks can walk to the Kroger on South Washington Avenue. People travel to German Village to chow down at popular restaurants like Schmidt's Sausage Haus. The Book Loft of German Village is one of the area’s top tourist destinations. Founded in 1977, the bookstore carries between 500,000 and 1,000,000 volumes depending on the season. The New York Times has called the store a national treasure.
Thurman Cafe near Merion Village is famous for it's oversized burgers .
Star Kitchen Cafe in Merion Village is a perfect fusion of a restaurant and cafe.
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Getting around Columbus
Downtown Columbus is 2 ½ miles north via U.S. Route 23. People travel 8 miles northeast to John Glenn Columbus International Airport via Interstate 670. The city operates bus stops on South 4th Street and South High Street. Many residents receive medical care at Select Specialty Hospital—Columbus South. Folks travel 2 miles north to Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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The houses are fair. Just okay in functioning condition a lot of them could use new siding, paint, and porch repairs to make them more appealing. They houses are more in functioning condition not visually pleasing conditions.
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Merion Village Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Merion Village, Columbus sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Merion Village, Columbus over the last 12 months is $360,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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