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Suburban vibes with walkable parks and restaurants
Developed during the 1960s in tandem with Columbus’ first shopping mall, Forest Park West is still known for its easy access to shopping and dining options. Dotted with trees, and with homes priced well below the city average, the area gives off family-friendly vibes. “Forest Park West gives off that small, suburban neighborhood feel but is only 10 to 15 minutes from downtown,” says Remington Lyman, Realtor with Reafco. “It’s a quaint and quiet area with parks and restaurants that are walkable from homes with a lot of charm.”
Welcome to Forest Park West! Established in 1961 and still going strong.
Forest Park West is a quiet suburb north of Columbus.
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Midcentury ranch styles and split-level homes
When it comes to houses, the atmosphere in Forest Park West remains unchanged from the 1960s. Midcentury split-level and ranch-style homes run parallel along the neighborhood’s slightly narrow, level streets. Greenery peppers the area, with mature trees and shrubbery in yards and between homes. Driveways and attached garages are standard, with lot sizes rarely going any larger than an eighth of an acre. “The money you spend for a house here goes a long way,” Lyman says. “You can get three-bedroom houses in the $200,000s.” Prices range from the low $200,000s to the high $300,000s, with square footage and condition being the deciding factors.
Split level homes are popular in the Forest Park West neighborhood.
Ranch style homes can be found on many streets of Forest Park West.
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Elementary and middle schools within walking distance
Forest Park Elementary School is centrally located and never more than half a mile from houses in the area. Niche gives the school a C rating. Also within the neighborhood’s boundaries, Woodward Park Middle School ranks at a C-minus. It offers clubs and extracurricular activities like the Power of the Pen club, Young Women in Science club and a Martin Luther King Youth Oratorical Contest. Older students attend Northland High, which is the largest high school in the district and rates a C.
Forest Park Elementary serves children K-5 in Forest Park West.
Woodward Park Middle School in Forest Park West is rated C minus by Niche.
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Preserved wetlands with miles of trails
Woodward Park is a 17-acre green space that makes up the southern end of the community. Equipped with lit tennis courts and baseball diamonds, it allows access to the Woodward Nature Preserve. Nature lovers prize this 34-acre stretch of preserved wetlands for its scenic beauty and walking trails. “It’s pretty amazing how you feel completely disconnected from the city,” Lyman says. “People from surrounding neighborhoods also come out to escape city life at the Nature Preserve.”
Woodward Park in Forest Park West is the local destination for outdoor activity.
Woodward Park offers lots of nature to residence of Forest Park West.
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Local specialty pizza
A Central Ohio staple since 1953, Ange’s Pizza specializes in Columbus-style thin crust and also has a selection of pasta and burgers on the menu. Central to the neighborhood is Sequoia Pro Bowl, which has 32 lanes of casual or league-play bowling. Karaoke makex the place particularly popular on Friday and Saturday nights. Morse Road has clusters of shopping and grocery options available, including Aldi and Kroger. The Easton Town Center is one of Columbus’ most popular shopping areas, with over 150 retail options, including Macy’s, Apple and Gucci.
Ange's Pizza in Forest Park West is a neighborhood favorite.
Easton Town Center is located 10 minutes away from Forest Park West.
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COTA offers bus transit with stops along Karl and Morse Roads in Forest Park West.
Easy access to downtown Columbus
Interstate 71 runs along the neighborhood’s western side, providing commuters easy access to downtown Columbus, 11 miles south. The Central Ohio Transit Authority offers bus transit with stops along Karl Road. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is 12 miles southeast, while the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is about 11 miles away.
Local competitions
The Forest Park Civic Association, founded in 1962, hosts regular neighborly events, including the front yard beautification contest in the fall and the parade during the Fourth of July.
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Parks in this Area
Beechcroft Park
Football
Walden Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Devonshire Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Indianola Park
Basketball
Soccer
Tennis
Chaseland Park
Forest Park East
Multi-Purpose Field
Woodward Park
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
20 min drive
Bus
Karl Rd & Columbus Library
Bus
Karl Rd & State Route 161
Bus
State Rte 161 & Satinwood Dr
Bus
Karl Rd & Penworth Dr
Bus
Karl Rd & Hempwood Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forest Park West
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Forest Park West Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Park West, Columbus sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park West, Columbus over the last 12 months is $216,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,540
Median Age
37
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,687
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,217
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.6%
Advanced Degrees
9%
% Population in Labor Force
71%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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