Brookshire is a quiet, established neighborhood on the West Side of Columbus, where older houses on tidy lots draw buyers looking to live close to downtown. Schools are right in the neighborhood, and parks, shopping and highway access are nearby. As part of the Greater Hilltop community, residents share in traditions that bring neighbors together year-round.
Single-family homes from the mid- to late 20th century make up most of the market here, with a smaller share of condos and townhouses mixed in. Houses are set on modest lots, many with mature trees around the yard and well-kempt lawns. The area's busier roads run along Brookshire's edges, so the residential streets inside tend to stay quiet. "It's a well-established, comfortable neighborhood," says Realtor Gerald Ziglar with Signature Real Estate. "It's easy to walk the neighborhood and speak to your neighbors."
Condos and townhouses sell from under $100,000 to the mid-$100,000s, while single-family homes generally sell from the low $100,000s to the low $300,000s. Prices here are less than the citywide median and in nearby neighborhoods like Riverbend and Southwest Hilltop , though they are higher than those in South Central Hilltop . “It’s a great place for first-time homebuyers because the houses are affordable,” says Realtor Greg Skinner with VIP Realty.
“The neighborhood has very strong commuter access,” Skinner says. Brookshire is near interstates 70 and 270. The latter is known locally as the Outerbelt for its loop around the city. Interstate 70 is a straight shot downtown, roughly 6 miles away, or 10 to 25 minutes during peak traffic. Grove City is about 5 miles away, and a similar trip in rush hour. Most people drive to get around, but U.S. Route 62, known around here as Harrisburg Pike, has multiple Central Ohio Transit Authority bus stops.
Brookshire is served by two public school districts, so a student's assigned schools depend on their address. Those zoned for Columbus City Schools may attend Lindbergh Elementary School and Briggs High School, which are right in the neighborhood. Families can also enter a school choice lottery for magnet or language-immersion programs. Students zoned for the South-Western City School District generally head to Franklin Heights High School, and while assignments follow residence, families can request an in-district transfer through a special permission process.
Right in the neighborhood, Lindbergh Park is next to its namesake elementary school and has athletic fields, a playground and picnic areas. There's also a paved loop around the fields that's great for a walk or jog. If you're looking to stretch out a bit more, Big Run Park is just a short drive away. It's a recreational hub, with wooded hiking trails, an athletic complex that houses four indoor basketball courts and a soap-box racing track called Derby Hill.
Harrisburg Pike runs along the edge of the community and is lined with shops and restaurants. Kroger anchors SouthWest Square, where you'll also find Family Dollar and a handful of chain restaurants. If you'd rather support local, there are a few spots just off the pike and Eakin Road worth checking out:
Brookshire residents can join in on a handful of Greater Hilltop traditions and community events held nearby each year, such as:
Jan Benadum
Coldwell Banker Realty
(888) 850-8575
154 Total Sales
1 in Brookshire
$126,000 Price
Bruce Dooley
KW Classic Properties Realty
(614) 660-5676
118 Total Sales
1 in Brookshire
$261,800 Price
Chris Davis
Auction Ohio
(380) 214-2836
117 Total Sales
1 in Brookshire
$40,100 Price
Chad Campbell
Nobility Realty, LLC
(380) 212-2554
50 Total Sales
2 in Brookshire
$85K - $278K Price Range
Carlton Shaffer
RE/MAX Partners
(380) 444-4963
207 Total Sales
1 in Brookshire
$230,000 Price
Katie McCann
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(380) 208-1308
62 Total Sales
1 in Brookshire
$190,000 Price
On average, homes in Brookshire, Columbus sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Brookshire, Columbus over the last 12 months is $183,500, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$195,000
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Median Sale Price
$183,500
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$240,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$120,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
92
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$149
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Number of Homes
2,178
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Number of Homes for Sale
9
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Median Year Built
1965
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Months of Supply
1.20
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,399
Significantly below the national average
1,935
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,804
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
991
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
731
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
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$739 - $1,019 per month
$1,099 per month
$2,025 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
6
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Median Rent
$1,505
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,956
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,860
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Median Townhouse Rent
$995
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Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$995
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Median Condo Rent
$1,099
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,099
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Total Population
6,394
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Median Age
41
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Population Density
8 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$55,697
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$66,824
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High School Graduates
87.5%
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College Graduates
16.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
4.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
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Annual Precipitation
41''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
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Annual Snowfall
19''
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