Why Live in Western Hills
Western Hills in Columbus offers tranquil streets and access to the highly rated Worthington School District, including Liberty Elementary School, Granby Elementary School, McCord Middle School, and Worthington Kilbourne High School. Homes in this neighborhood typically range from 1,500 to 2,000 square feet and come in New Traditional, split-level, and ranch styles. The area is known for its verdant streets and frequent sightings of local wildlife such as possums, raccoons, rabbits, and deer. While central green spaces are limited, residents enjoy nearby parks like Gators Bike Park, Woodbridge Green Park, and Hard Road Park, which feature open fields and limited sports courts. The neighborhood is 3 miles from Worthington Hills Country Club and under 5 miles from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. For shopping and dining, residents are just 2 miles from Sawmill Road, home to a Kroger Marketplace, Walmart Supercenter, Sunny Street Café, Swenson’s Drive-In, and 101 Beer Kitchen. The Filling Station Grill and Bar on Smoky Row Road is a popular spot, especially on Ohio State game days. Western Hills is conveniently located north of Interstate 270 and west of Ohio State Route 315, providing easy access to Downtown Columbus and The Ohio State University campus. Public transit is available along Smokey Row Road, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport is under 17 miles southeast. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families and commuters alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Western Hills a good place to live?
Western Hills is a good place to live. Western Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Western Hills is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Western Hills has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $126,123 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 46.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Western Hills are home owners, with 15.6% of residents renting and 84.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Western Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Western Hills, OH a safe neighborhood?
Western Hills, OH is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Western Hills?
The median home price in Western Hills is $419,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $84,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $93K a year to afford the median home price in Western Hills. The average household income in Western Hills is $126K.
What are the best public schools in Western Hills?
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Home Trends in Western Hills, OH
On average, homes in Western Hills, Columbus sell after 107 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Western Hills, Columbus over the last 12 months is $389,990, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$389,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$428,890
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$419,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%