Why Live in Timberbrook
Timberbrook is a warm, family friendly suburb positioned between Hilliard and Interstate 70, offering convenient access to shopping, dining and entertainment while maintaining comparatively lower housing costs. Its location provides an easy commute to downtown Columbus and nearby employment centers, attracting many professionals. Homes in Timberbrook are typically on quarter‑acre lots or larger, giving residents more space than many surrounding neighborhoods. Tree-shaded backyards, room for pools or outbuildings and two‑car garages add to the appeal, though the lack of sidewalks limits walkability. The housing stock consists largely of late‑midcentury split‑levels and ranch-style homes. Median single‑family prices are in the high $300,000s, roughly aligned with Sweetwater and Wexford‑Thornapple but more affordable than Brown. Families living in Timberbrook are zoned for the Hilliard City School District. Horizon Elementary is close enough for many students to walk. For shopping, residents travel less than a mile to Hilliard Rome Road, where major retailers such as Meijer, Sam’s Club, Target and Walmart Supercenter make errands simple. Popular chain restaurants, including Texas Roadhouse and Cracker Barrel, as well as the AMC Columbus 10 movie theater, provide nearby entertainment. Dining options extend beyond chains, with several local favorites close by. Hillgarten Beer & Wine Garden serves German‑inspired dishes in an open‑air setting, and Bears Bagels offers artisan bagels and sandwiches. Center Street Market hosts a selection of micro‑eateries, while El Sazon De Mi Tia serves Venezuelan specialties from a food truck. Transportation is convenient, with quick drives to Hilliard, Columbus and Dublin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Timberbrook a good place to live?
Timberbrook is a good place to live. Timberbrook is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Timberbrook has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.7 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $98,598 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Timberbrook are home owners, with 28.9% of residents renting and 71.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Timberbrook can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Timberbrook neighborhood guide.
Is Timberbrook, OH a safe neighborhood?
Timberbrook, OH is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Timberbrook?
The median home price in Timberbrook is $405,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.51%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,050 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $88K a year to afford the median home price in Timberbrook. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Timberbrook is $99K.
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Home Trends in Timberbrook, OH
On average, homes in Timberbrook, Columbus sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Timberbrook, Columbus over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$202
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$405,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%