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A historical neighborhood looking to grow
Named after a former equine and auto racetrack in the area famous for holding the first-ever 24-hour automobile race in 1905, Columbus’ Driving Park is located just three miles from the city’s downtown. Located in Near East Side, this area is filled with even more history as it was once a landing strip for a Wright brothers’ airplane. Driving Park is a community that has held onto its roots while continuing to move forward. “There are older generations of families who are selling to a new younger generation,” explains Suzanne Flowers, a real estate agent with Key Realty who is a native of Columbus.
Driving Park has a public library that is easily accessible to area residents.
Driving Park is a community that has held onto its roots while continuing to move forward.
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Historical homes and American elms
Walks through residential areas are made possible thanks to sidewalks that run parallel to each. Found sprinkled throughout front yards are mature American elm and evergreen trees, which share their space with modest landscaping seen in front of homes. Like much of the Near East Side, Driving Park has seen a revival over the last decade. “In Driving Park, there are pockets of homes that haven’t been touched alongside homes being remodeled and updated,” explains Flowers. The community offers diverse architecture, including homes and townhouses built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the American Foursquare, Greek Revival, Tudor, Spanish Revival, and Cape Code styles. Those looking to purchase a home in the neighborhood can expect to pay a range from $180,000 for a two-bedroom home to $395,000 for a larger, four-bedroom remodeled house.
The Driving Park neighborhood offers diverse home architecture.
Expect a price range from $180,000 to $395,000 for a larger home in Drive Park.
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The convenience of East Main Street
Along East Main Street, less than a mile away, sits Kroger, where residents go to pick up groceries for the week. Just a few blocks away is Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern, which serves American fare and is best known for its fish and chips. Those looking to do some retail shopping head to Town & Country Shopping Center, a 4.4-mile drive via OH-16. The shopping mall is home to Target, Goodwill and more. After a day of shopping, residents can pick up a coffee to go from Alchemy Café, a short 1.4-mile drive east on East Livingston Avenue.
The shops along East Main Street are great for a little exercise or just to window shop.
Driving Park is only a short five minute drive to Kroger.
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Orchestra concerts in the park
The neighborhood is also less than 10 minutes away from some of Columbus’ major entertainment, cultural and business centers, including the Arena District, where you can catch a professional hockey or soccer game. Residents also enjoy events at the Driving Park Community Center, where the Columbus Orchestra puts on summer concerts in the park.
Driving Park residents can have a picnic in the green space at Roosevelt Park.
Driving Park Circle offers a place for residents to take a walk.
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Home of the Tigers
Driving Park is home to Fairwood Alternative Elementary School, which has received a C-minus from Niche. Older students will head to Champion Middle School, which has earned an A-minus from Niche before attending East High School. The home of the Tigers has received a C-minus from Niche and hosts an established athletic department, as well as the Health Science Academy. The academy aims to inform students about diseases that impact their lives and promotes student participation through school and community activities.
Fairwood Elementary School is Driving Park is a part of Columbus City Schools.
East High School received a C-minus from Niche and hosts an established athletic department.
Older students will head to Champion Middle School, which has earned an A-minus from Niche.
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Driving Park Community Recreation Center
At the east end of the neighborhood, residents can get some fresh air at the Driving Park Community Recreation Center, which has several acres of open green space, a walking path, basketball courts, a dance center and a public pool. Another option close to home is Roosevelt Park, a 3-acre neighborhood park with picnic tables, a paved walking path, and a spacious playground.
Driving Park Community Center offers many programs and classes to residents.
Head to a community event at the Driving Park Community Center.
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Commuting from Driving Park
Driving Park sits nestled right next to I-70, making traveling to surrounding areas convenient. Those commuting to downtown for work can do so in a 2.6-mile drive thanks to US-33 West, while classes at The Ohio State University sit 6.6 miles away along OH-315 North. Residents traveling out of the area can catch a flight conveniently at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, a quick 7.5-mile drive via I-670 East. Even closer to home is Ohio State East Hospital, where patients can reach the medical center along Kelton Avenue via a 1.8-mile drive.
Driving Park sits nestled right next to I-70, making traveling to surrounding areas convenient.
Driving Park can easily get to downtown Columbus on I-70.
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Trains to the east
Sitting directly east of the community is a railroad that runs perpendicular to East Main Street. Those looking to move to the community should consider potential background noise for those living close by.
Although a train runs past the neighborhood. The area is relatively quiet.
Driving Park sits nestled right next to I-70, making traveling to surrounding areas convenient.
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Driving Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Driving Park, Columbus sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Driving Park, Columbus over the last 12 months is $223,950, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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