Carver Heights
Neighborhood in Columbus, Georgia
Muscogee County 31906
Ranch-style homes with budget-friendly prices
Carver Heights' roads wind through rolling, pine-shaded hills. The roads are lined with 1950s ranch-style homes and bungalows. Many homes still have midcentury-style exterior features, like window awnings, carports and small porches with white wrought-iron railings. Some homes feature screened-in porches or sunrooms, perfect for enjoying a warm evening. The brick and panel ranch-style homes typically cost between $50,000 and $130,000, so buyers may find budget-friendly starter home or rental property. Houses on the higher end of the pricing scale typically feature interior renovations, though many homes here have their original interiors.
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Close to Lakebottom and Boxwood Parks
The community is 2 miles from Lakebottom Park, one of Columbus's most beloved outdoor areas, active every day of the week. "Lakebottom Park is such a popular place," says Realtor Michael Terrell with Keller Williams Realty. Terrell has sold homes in Columbus and Phenix City for nearly five years. "People are always out there, walking their dog or going to the events there. There are Peach Little League games and a youth basketball club--it's an active place." Terrell mentions the Lakebottom 5K Run, Labor Day picnics and the Halloween Spooktacular, a festival with a trunk-or-treat, games and carnival food. Other green spaces include Boxwood Park, which has a basketball court and playground. Bridging the Gap Community Playground is another favorite for families with young children. Columbus Aquatic Center is a popular place to cool down year-round, featuring lap and recreation pools.
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Carver High offers magnet programs and award-winning extracurriculars
Muscogee Public Schools serves families living in Carver Heights. Students start at Dorothy Height Elementary and then attend Rothschild Middle, both of which scored an overall C-minus on Niche. Students then attend George Washington Carver High, from whom the neighborhood also took its name. The school scored a C-plus on Niche and has a STEM, work-based learning magnet program. The school also scored an A on Niche for its clubs and activities--the Carver boys track team placed first in the state in 2024. High schoolers can apply to A-rated Columbus High School for its liberal arts magnet program.
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Commuting from Carver Heights
Residents are 2 miles from Interstate 185, Columbus's major highway that connects to I-85. Major employer Fort Benning is 11 miles away, making Carver Heights a convenient option for commuters. Buena Vista Road connects residents to Uptown and Veterans Parkway. Residents are 8 miles from big box shopping centers like Bradley Park Square. There are also METRA bus stops along main thoroughfares like Buena Vista Road and Lawyers Lane. Piedmont Columbus Regional-Midtown is the closest hospital, 3 miles from Carver Heights. Columbus Airport is 4 miles away. Residents can use the airport to connect to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.Buena Vista and Macon Roads offer retail and dining
Carver Heights' is about 1.5 miles from MidTown's main retail area along Wynnton and Macon Roads. MidTown Shopping Center has an ALDI, Ross, and several chain restaurants, such as Starbucks and Panera Bread. Across Macon Road, Cross Country Plaza has a Publix, CVS Pharmacy and Second and Charles bookstore. The plaza also has several salons, supply shops, a bank and chain restaurants like Chipotle and Country's BBQ. There is also a Piggly Wiggly and Walmart along Buena Vista Road. The Columbus Public Library is off Macon Road, which Realtor Mia Manns notes for its events. "The library was built in 2005 and has many events, like kids’ scavenger hunts and a Winter Holiday Extravaganza. It also has movie screenings, tutoring and story times," Manns says. Manns, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker and Kennon, Parker, Duncan & Davis, has sold homes for nearly 15 years. Heading west on Macon Road residents can do more shopping at Peachtree Mall. Driving east on Macon Road, which turns to Wynnton Road, there are restaurants like burger joint Jarfly and upscale southern bistro Wicked Hen. Wynnton Road also connects to Uptown, 4 miles away. This district is the heart of Columbus, offering restaurants, breweries, cafes, boutiques and activities along the Chattahoochee River.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marshay Rogers
MR
Marshay Rogers
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty River C
(706) 940-6790
114 Total Sales
1 in Carver Heights
$28,000 Price
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Valencia Marierose
Valencia Marierose
Responds QuicklyVirtual Properties Realty.com
(866) 619-2586
24 Total Sales
2 in Carver Heights
$17K - $67K Price Range
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Danny Arencibia
Danny Arencibia
CB Kennon, Parker, Duncan & Davis
(817) 646-3988
122 Total Sales
3 in Carver Heights
$33K - $82K Price Range
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Leonard Orenstein
Leonard Orenstein
CB Kennon, Parker, Duncan & Davis
(888) 609-5629
107 Total Sales
3 in Carver Heights
$38K - $72K Price Range
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Byrom Niblack
Byrom Niblack
Keller Williams River Cities
(762) 240-2439
90 Total Sales
2 in Carver Heights
$45K - $120K Price Range
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Jackie Leonard
Jackie Leonard
1st Class Real Estate Excellence
(706) 780-3198
221 Total Sales
2 in Carver Heights
$23K - $82K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lakebottom Park
Bridging The Gap
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carver Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Carver Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carver Heights, Columbus sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Carver Heights, Columbus over the last 12 months is $47,500, down 56% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$70,000
Median Sale Price
$47,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$68,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
20%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-56%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$53
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
65
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
7.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
822
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,058
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$70,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,064 Sq Ft
- 961 Illges Rd
- New 6 days ago
Calling all investors! Come see this brick, 3 bedroom home in Carver Heights! The property is near I-185, Macon Road and minutes from Carver High Schools. Home to be sold as is.
Christian ReeseColdwell Banker Realty(706) 948-9450 -
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Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
948
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,023
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,186
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.6%
College Graduates
13.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
49.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
8
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Briarwood
MidTown community between close to I-185 and Uptown
East Carver Heights
Quiet established suburb with community investment
Lindsey Creek Park-Boxwood Estates
Midcentury suburbia near Columbus' Midtown shopping, dining and recreation
Wynnton Grove-Wynnton Dell
Peaceful MidTown community close to Cross Country Plaza
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