East Linden
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43211
Refurbished 20th century homes
Some of those upgrades include new roofing, front porches and a fresh coat of paint on the community’s single-family homes. A mix of American Foursquares, bungalows and National-style homes built in the 1940s and 1950s sit tightly packed on sidewalk-lined streets. The homes rarely exceed 1,000 square feet and are occasionally flanked by unpaved driveways. Many residents choose to park along the sides of the slightly uneven streets. Front yards are petite, but backyards are much more spacious, dotted with trees and usually fenced-in to provide some privacy and separation from neighbors. It’s rare for a home in East Linden to be listed for more than $200,000, with most prices hovering between $140,000 and $190,000.
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Community center doubles in size
One of the first projects the city took on was the Linden Community Center, which reopened in 2021 at nearly double the size of the original. At 55,0000 square feet, the recreational hub just west of the neighborhood features an indoor basketball court, fitness room and elevated walking track. Visitors can also express their creativity in the arts and ceramics room or learn new skills through cooking classes. The Veggie Van visits every Thursday, bringing fresh fruits and vegetables through a mobile farmers market. An outdoor park sits adjacent to the community center, with a playground, tennis courts, a walking path and a pond stocked with fish. The entrance to Joan Park sits between two houses on Myrtle Avenue. The 4-acre green space is surrounded by homes, giving residents who live in them an easy way to get fresh air along paved walking trails. There is also a playground and basketball court. Shaded picnic tables sit nearby where friends and family can gather, or parents can relax while kids play.
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STEM programs offered through Columbus City School District
Public school students have several magnet school options within the Columbus City School District. Linden STEM Academy, which Niche rates a C-minus, teaches from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Seventh through 12th graders can attend Linden-McKinley STEM Academy. The school offers three career-tech certification programs focused on engineering and robotics. Niche rates the school a D-plus. Students may also attend East Linden Elementary and Medina Middle schools, each with a C-minus rating from Niche.
Route 3 links locals to major interstates
Many residents rely on the Central Ohio Transit Authority, or COTA, to get around the city. There are multiple stops along East Hudson Street and Cleveland Avenue. East Linden’s proximity to Cleveland Avenue, or Route 3, will eventually connect residents to Interstates 71 and 670. “You’re probably 10 or 15 minutes from downtown Columbus,” Bolon says. Locals living in East Linden are about 4 miles from The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Neighbors frequently head to Ohio Stadium to join more than 100,000 screaming fans cheering on the Buckeyes. Bolon adds, “People looking to travel can also get to the airport quickly, in less than 15 minutes. East Linden is in a sweet little spot.”
Local restaurants make national TV appearance
Made famous on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Ena’s Caribbean Kitchen’s renowned jerk chicken captured the attention of Guy Fieri, who filmed an episode there in 2017. The no-frills, locally-owned restaurant sits along Cleveland Avenue. While jerk chicken is the most popular dish, locals rave about the oxtail, red snapper and cornbread. To help those living below the poverty line struggling during the pandemic, a vacant grocery store was transformed into a food pantry, The Linden Fresh Market, which offers fresh produce and a free pharmacy. Residents will find The Linden Fresh Market less than 2 miles south along Cleveland Avenue. Locals can find additional grocery essentials at the Save A Lot, less than a mile south on Mock Road.Community efforts to mitigate crime
Crime is an issue in East Lindon. It has a CAP Index Crime Score of 8 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4 out of 10. The Lindon Community Plan includes several programs to mitigate crime, including expanding housing options for residents, addressing issues and providing education in early childhood and building community investment.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kennisha Cunningham
Kennisha Cunningham
Coldwell Banker Realty
(866) 536-7741
49 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$67,500 Price
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Yelonda Masten
Yelonda Masten
Di Lusso Real Estate
(888) 501-5987
52 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$125,575 Price
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Matan Gutwaks
Matan Gutwaks
RE/MAX Main Street
(551) 210-4739
66 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$136,500 Price
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Tancy Mason Phillips
Tancy Mason Phillips
Coldwell Banker Realty
(888) 477-4030
32 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$255,000 Price
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Jennie Scoby
Jennie Scoby
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Consultants
(380) 210-5532
74 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$177,000 Price
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Tayler Reid
Tayler Reid
Century 21 Excellence Realty
(740) 513-4024
93 Total Sales
1 in East Linden
$100,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mock Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Maloney Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Linden Park and Community Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Kenlawn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Windsor Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
Dresden Park
- Picnic Area
Huy Rd Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Linden | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 10 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Linden Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Linden, Columbus sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in East Linden, Columbus over the last 12 months is $150,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$162,448
Median Sale Price
$150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$153,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
695
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1942
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,041
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,687
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 152 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,198
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,166
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,228
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.1%
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®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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