Why Live in Westbend
Westbend, located in the Galloway area west of Columbus, offers a suburban feel with easy access to urban amenities. Homes in Westbend, primarily built in the early 2000s, range from 1,600 to 4,000 square feet and feature two-story contemporary, bi-level, and ranch-style designs. Many homes include four bedrooms, three bathrooms, fireplaces, and decks, with some properties offering scenic pond views. The neighborhood benefits from low taxes due to its inclusion in the Columbus School District. The area has seen significant development, including new luxury apartments at Hall and Galloway Roads, which have positively impacted home values. The nearby 111-acre Galloway Sports Complex is a hub for athletic activities, featuring multiple baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and a unique OneField turf for wheelchair soccer. The complex also includes a 1.6-mile loop trail that passes through a forested area and by a pond, popular for casual fishing. Dining options include Tres Potrillos Restaurant in the Galloway Square Shopping Center, known for its homemade salsa and Diablo sauce. Westbend is approximately a 20-minute drive from downtown Columbus and close to the Broad Street corridor, which offers a variety of restaurants, grocery stores, and other conveniences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westbend a good place to live?
Westbend is a good place to live. Westbend is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Westbend is a suburban neighborhood. Westbend has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.1 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $74,988 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Westbend are home owners, with 9.9% of residents renting and 90.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Westbend can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Westbend neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westbend?
The median home price in Westbend is $349,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.34%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Westbend. The average household income in Westbend is $75K.
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Home Trends in Westbend, OH
On average, homes in Westbend, Columbus sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Westbend, Columbus over the last 12 months is $347,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$347,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$347,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$160
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$349,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%