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Brookside Colony

Brookside Colony

Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio

Franklin County 43235
$364,233 Average Value
$225 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Why residents like this calm spot near major Columbus routes

Tucked between Interstate?270 and Brookside Woods, Brookside Colony is a quiet, tree-filled suburb on the northwest side of Columbus. Homeowners love it for its contemporary homes, great public schools and the nearby routes to many of the city’s busiest spots. It’s no surprise that Brookside Colony has become a favorite for both families and working professionals. For many residents, it offers just the right mix of calm streets and easy access to the city.

Brookside Colony is a neighborhood in northern Columbus, Ohio.
Brookside Colony is a neighborhood in northern Columbus, Ohio.
Home prices in Brookside Colony range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$500,000s.
Home prices in Brookside Colony range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$500,000s.
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Mix of contemporary homes with lower taxes than nearby areas

Most of Brookside Colony was built in the 1980s, so the homes here tend to feel more contemporary than those in nearby neighborhoods like Kendale or Olentangy Commons. You’ll see midcentury-inspired split-levels and ranch homes on quarter- or eighth-acre lots, along with more traditional styles from the early 2000s featuring bonuses like bay windows and vaulted ceilings. Prices typically run from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$400,000s, depending on a home’s size and location. “They’re more affordable while still being in a great neighborhood,” says a Realtor with Keller Williams Consultants, John Brunner. The median price for a home in the area is in the high $300,000s: comparable to Brookside Village and Summerwood, but lower than Brookside Woods. HOAs are rare, even in newer sections of the neighborhood. “It’s a nice little area,” says Shannon Grimm, a Realtor with Howard Hanna. “Plus, it’s the lower Columbus city taxes with Dublin-area schools.”

Traditional style homes from the early 2000s are common in the neighborhood.
Traditional style homes from the early 2000s are common in the neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes a popular here.
Ranch-style homes a popular here.
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Students attend high-ranking Dublin City Schools

Most students head to classes with the highly rated Dublin City Schools, which Niche ranks as the best school district in the Columbus area. In 2025, three students from the district took home top honors in a statewide TECH CORPS Hackathon. In 2024, Coffman High School’s boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams qualified for Regionals, with one student winning the District Championship.

Indian Run Elementary School near Brookside Colony.
Indian Run Elementary School near Brookside Colony.
Many students from Brookside Colony attend Dublin Scioto High School.
Many students from Brookside Colony attend Dublin Scioto High School.
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Locals enjoy trails, wildlife areas and scenic garden strolls

In addition to neighborhood pocket parks, locals visit outdoor recreation in the surrounding area:

  • Scioto Audubon Metro Park offers hiking, biking, and even outdoor rock climbing, just a short drive away.
  • Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a more peaceful outdoor escape, with beautiful gardens, seasonal exhibits and scenic walking paths.
  • The Sawmill State Wildlife Education Area is a 17-acre urban wildlife area with a boardwalk through the wetlands and butterfly migration waystations.
  • The Brookside Golf & Country Club is a private golf club with an 18-hole course, tennis courts and an Olympic-sized pool.

Sawmill Road offers global dining and quick access to groceries

Sawmill Road is close by, so you can grab a bite at the local restaurants, pop into local shops or stop by Walmart Supercenter and Kroger for groceries. Clove Indian Bistro brings a mix of Indian and Indo-Chinese flavors, serving everything from aromatic curries to spicy Szechuan-style dishes in a warm, inviting space. Anna’s Greek Cuisine has been a local favorite since 1997, known for its cozy, mural-lined dining room and made-from-scratch Greek comfort food like lentil soup and baklava.

Anna's Greek Cuisine is a laid-back.
Anna's Greek Cuisine is a laid-back.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant is located 5 minutes away from Brookside Colony.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant is located 5 minutes away from Brookside Colony.
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Easy access to major roads with bus service along key corridors

Brookside Colony is between Interstate 270 and Route 161, both popular commuter routes. Downtown Columbus, New Albany, Worthington and other popular job sites are all within 20 miles. The Central Ohio Transportation Authority has bus stops along Sawmill and Smoky Row Roads.

Cota Bus line 10 has several bus stops along Sawmill Road.
Cota Bus line 10 has several bus stops along Sawmill Road.
The residents of Brookside Colony have an easy access to Lifetime Fitness gym.
The residents of Brookside Colony have an easy access to Lifetime Fitness gym.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John Glenn Columbus International

27 min drive

Bus

Smoky Row & St Peters Park And Ride

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Brookside Colony US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Brookside Colony Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$399,900
Median Sale Price
$384,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$392,249
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$225

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
778
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,883
On par with the national average
1,930
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,035
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,147
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,233
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$97,079

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
49.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

10 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

21 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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