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Knolls-Thomas, where postwar charm meets the Olentangy River
Knolls-Thomas is on the Olentangy River in Columbus, where mature trees and postwar homes give the area an established feel. Much of the housing dates to the years following World War II, and the neighborhood has maintained a low-key residential character ever since. River access and paved trails make it easy to walk or cycle without leaving the immediate area, while parks and green space add to the overall sense of openness. The location also provides a practical balance of quiet residential streets and easy connections to the rest of the city, with downtown Columbus a short trip to the south.
Knolls-Thomas is about 7 miles north of downtown Columbus.
Streets in Knolls-Thomas don't generally have sidewalks.
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Midcentury homes with updated interiors
Knolls-Thomas features mostly ranch-style homes along with split-levels and Cape Cods, usually built in the 1950s and ‘60s. Midcentury details like hardwood floors and stone fireplaces are common throughout. Many homes have been updated while retaining their original character. Properties have tree-lined lots with fenced backyards and two-car garages. Finished basements that add rec rooms or home offices are a recurring feature. The median sale price is in the mid-$500,000s, with prices generally ranging from the mid-$300,000s to the mid-$600,000s depending on size and updates. This generally makes the area more expensive than neighboring communities like Riverview, Brentwood Park, Kendale and Olentangy Commons.
Split-level homes are very popular in the neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes can be found on many streets in Knolls-Thomas.
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Local students move from Winterset to Centennial High
The neighborhood is part of the Columbus City Schools district. Students usually attend Winterset Elementary School, then continue to Ridgeview Middle School and Centennial High School. The high school offers Advanced Placement and College Credit Plus courses, and students can work toward honors diplomas in STEM, Arts and Career Tech.
Most students will attend Centennial High School.
Ridgeview Middle School serves grades 6-8.
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How Whetstone Park links to trails and garden spaces
Whetstone Park is a popular outdoor hub, spanning nearly 150 acres with sports fields and fishing ponds. Within it, the Columbus Park of Roses covers about 13 acres and features more than 11,000 roses across distinct areas, including a Heritage Garden and Perennial Garden. Whetstone Park also connects to the Olentangy Trail, a paved multi-use path that follows the Olentangy River for about 14 miles. The trail links to several other parks and extends to downtown Columbus, drawing walkers and cyclists.
Whetstone Park features one of the country’s largest rose gardens.
Whetstone Park is on the other side of Olentangy River near Knolls-Thomas.
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Everyday shopping options and go-to restaurants nearby
Locals usually head to Bethel or Sawmill roads for everyday shopping, where they’ll find places like Micro Center, Tensuke Market and a mix of grocery stores and small specialty shops. For bigger retail runs, many make the short drive to The Mall at Tuttle Crossing or Polaris Fashion Place for a wider range of national brands. When it comes to dining nearby, there’s a steady lineup of local spots:
Belle's Bread, a French-Japanese bakery with scratch-made pastries and cakes
Northstar Cafe, a locally sourced New American restaurant with organic breakfast, lunch and dinner menus
Wario's Beef & Pork, an East Coast-style sandwich shop with house-smoked meats and scratch-made sauces
Easy access to downtown and OSU
State Route 315 runs along the eastern edge of Knolls-Thomas, providing a direct route to The Ohio State University campus and downtown Columbus, both less than 10 miles away. Several Central Ohio Transit Authority bus routes serve the area, with stops along West North Broadway. The neighborhood is also home to a major job creator: OhioHealth Methodist Hospital. “People love the access to the Olentangy Freeway and a top medical facility,” says Thomas Hamrick, a Realtor with Keller Williams Consultants and a lifelong resident of Columbus.
The Olentangy Freeway that cuts between Knolls-Thomas and the river will take you to OSU.
West North Broadway Street has several COTA bus stops.
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Seasonal markets, concerts and festivals near Knolls-Thomas
There are several community events in nearby areas throughout the year. Some of them include:
Summer Concert Series at the Columbus Park of Roses, a free weekly Sunday evening performance running May through September
Columbus ArborFest, an annual August festival in nearby Whetstone Park with live music, food trucks and a native plant sale
OhioHealth Farmers Market, a monthly market from June to November at the OhioHealth Riverside Hospital campus, offering local produce and artisanal goods
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Knolls-Thomas Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Knolls-Thomas, Columbus sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Knolls-Thomas, Columbus over the last 12 months is $555,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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