Between Interstate 71 and state Route 161, Forest Park West is a popular suburban neighborhood just east of Worthington. It’s known for quiet streets and an easygoing feel that works well for families. Residents also like the quick access to jobs and shopping, plus the area’s classic mid-20th-century homes.
Homes built during the middle of the 20th century line the neighborhood’s narrow streets. “There are lots of split-levels from the ‘60s,” says Jamie Maze, Realtor and team leader of Maze & Company. “A lot of ranch-style homes, but not too many two-stories.” Most houses have driveways and attached garages, with lots topping out around a fifth of an acre. “Forest Park West gives off that small, suburban neighborhood feel,” says Remington Lyman, a Realtor with Reafco. “It’s a quaint and quiet area with parks and restaurants that are walkable from homes with a lot of charm.” Home prices generally range from the high $100,000s to the high $300,000s, with a median sale price in the low $300,000s, comparable to Forest Park East and Northgate, but higher than Salem Village and Devonshire. “The money you spend for a house here goes a long way,” Lyman says.
Students attend Columbus City Schools, the largest district in Ohio. Forest Park Elementary and Woodward Park Middle School are nearby, so many kids can walk to school. Columbus City Schools offers families several school choice paths, including magnet and alternative schools, intradistrict open enrollment, and limited out-of-district transfers. Most placements are based on available space and a centralized lottery, with some programs using eligibility or admissions criteria.
Woodward Park is a 17-acre green space at the south end of the neighborhood, with lit tennis courts and baseball fields. It also connects directly to the Woodward Nature Preserve, a 34-acre wetland area known for its walking trails and natural scenery. “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.”
Interstate 71 and Route 161 border the neighborhood, making it easy to reach downtown Columbus or New Albany, both about 10 miles away. Worthington and Westerville are closer at around 5 miles, and while sidewalks are common, most residents drive, with COTA bus service along Karl Road.
Morse Road has plenty of shopping nearby, including Aldi and Kroger. Just a few miles away, Easton Town Center offers a huge mix of shops and restaurants: about 200 in all, including Apple, Gucci and Macy’s.
The area around Forest Park West has plenty of fast food and chain restaurants, but plenty of locally owned places call it home, too:
Ange’s Pizza has been a Central Ohio staple since 1953, specializing in Columbus-style thin crust.
Nancy Stecklein
Keller Williams Greater Cols
(380) 333-4844
72 Total Sales
4 in Forest Park West
$127K - $250K Price Range
Letisha Parks
EXP Realty, LLC
(833) 991-4546
26 Total Sales
1 in Forest Park West
$300,000 Price
Annette Fleming
RE/MAX Revealty
(866) 396-2504
52 Total Sales
1 in Forest Park West
$360,000 Price
Kevin Sullivan
RE/MAX Premier Choice
(380) 212-2516
67 Total Sales
1 in Forest Park West
$129,000 Price
Chris Shea
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 333-9577
189 Total Sales
1 in Forest Park West
$158,000 Price
Erik Hiss
Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs
(380) 777-5758
233 Total Sales
1 in Forest Park West
$252,500 Price
| 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 | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Forest Park West, Columbus sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park West, Columbus over the last 12 months is $289,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$286,450
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Median Sale Price
$289,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$291,750
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$158,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
48
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$171
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Number of Homes
1,104
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Number of Homes for Sale
6
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Median Year Built
1963
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Months of Supply
1.50
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,645
Below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,115
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,038
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,089
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
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$1,050 - $1,200 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
1
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Median Rent
$1,195
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,698
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Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
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Total Population
3,540
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Median Age
37
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Population Density
9 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$83,687
On par with the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$93,217
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High School Graduates
83.8%
Below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
34.6%
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Advanced Degrees
9%
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% Population in Labor Force
71%
Above the national average
64.9%
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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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Bikeability
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Established community in northern Columbus, between Clintonville and I-71
Established Columbus living with quick commutes and tree‑lined streets
Midcentury homes, global dining and easy commuter access in Columbus’ Northland
Close-knit Northland community with midcentury homes and easy I-71
Laid-back community within walking distance of several schools and pocket parks
