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 tend to have New Traditional, split-level or ranch-style designs, and the prices and home sizes attract many first-time buyers. The area is known for its lush landscapes and frequent visits from local wildlife, such as opossums, raccoons, rabbits and deer.
Residents visit nearby parks like Gators Bike Park, Woodbridge Green Park and Hard Road Park, which feature open fields and some athletic courts. The neighborhood is 3 miles from Worthington Hills Country Club and under 5 miles from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Locals travel about 2 miles to Sawmill Road, home to 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 just north of Interstate 270 and west of Ohio State Route 315, which provide easy access to downtown Columbus and the Ohio State University campus. Buses make stops along Smokey Row Road, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport is under 17 miles away.
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
Western Hills neighborhood guide.
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 $350,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Western Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Western Hills is $126K.
What are the best public schools in Western Hills?
The best public schools that serve Western Hills are:
What are the best private schools in Western Hills?
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Are home prices dropping in Western Hills?
Yes, home prices in Western Hills are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Western Hills, OH
On average, homes in Western Hills, Columbus sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Western Hills, Columbus over the last 12 months is $346,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$346,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$369,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%