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Leawood

Leawood

Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio

Franklin County 43227
$206,804 Average Value
$159 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Leawood is a quiet residential area near shopping and parks

Established in the 1950s, Leawood is a neighborhood just north of Glenbrook's shopping and industrial parks. Even with all that activity nearby, it still has a quiet, suburban vibe and stays connected to the green spaces along Big Walnut Creek. The area also draws in buyers looking ahead to future growth.

Leawood is a small community sprinkled with trees.
Leawood is a small community sprinkled with trees.
Ranch-style homes are popular in this neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes are popular in this neighborhood.
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Updated midcentury homes with room for growth

Leawood has a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes and split-levels with attached garages. Many homes have been updated over the years with refreshed kitchens, new baths and modern flooring. “I would think one of the positive things about Leawood is the growth and the opportunity for development,” says Realtor Fredrika Kagai with e-Merge Real Estate. “Just driving through that area, you can see the change week to week.” Prices range from the low $100,000s to the mid-$200,000s. The median price for a single-family home in Leawood is in the low $200,000s, putting it on par with surrounding neighborhoods like Shady Lane, Beechwood, Glenbrook and Pine Hills. Renters outnumber homeowners in the area two to one.

The area was largely built in the 1950s and '60s.
The area was largely built in the 1950s and '60s.
Many of Leawood's homes have updated interiors.
Many of Leawood's homes have updated interiors.
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Wooded parks, sports fields and a community center nearby

Just outside the neighborhood, Kraner Park is a wooded conservation area that protects wildlife habitats and connects to the larger Big Walnut Park in Shady Lane. Covering more than 130 acres, Big Walnut Park has ball diamonds, basketball and tennis courts, a stocked fishing pond and a dog park. The Far East Community Center has rooms for art and dance classes and hosts a seasonal mobile market with fresh produce.

Big Walnut Park has a fully stocked fishing lake.
Big Walnut Park has a fully stocked fishing lake.
Far East Community Center offers art, dance and weight rooms.
Far East Community Center offers art, dance and weight rooms.
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Highways and bus routes make commuting to Columbus easy

Interstate 70 runs along the neighborhood’s southern edge and gives you a straight shot to downtown Columbus, about 10 miles away. South Hamilton Road cuts through the area for everyday getting around, and Interstate 270 helps with regional travel. The Central Ohio Transit Authority runs a bus service with stops on Livingston and Dundee avenues.

I-270 offers a 15-minute commute to downtown Columbus.
I-270 offers a 15-minute commute to downtown Columbus.
Hamilton Road runs down the center of Leawood, with lots of nearby bus stops.
Hamilton Road runs down the center of Leawood, with lots of nearby bus stops.
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Where residents shop and dine near South Hamilton Road corridor

Within a couple of miles of Leawood, residents often shop along the South Hamilton Road corridor, which has everyday essentials like Kroger, Walmart Supercenter and Target, plus casual dining and services. The surrounding area has several popular, locally owned restaurants, including:

  • 509 Restaurant and Lounge, serving an authentic Haitian menu
  • Chez Rama, which is a sit-down restaurant focused on Senegalese cooking with traditional preparations and spices
  • Bon Aire Restaurant and Lounge, known for classic American comfort plates and live music nights
  • Island Bar Cuisine, offering Caribbean food with bold, tropical flavors

Students are zoned for Columbus City Schools

Leawood is part of the Columbus City Schools district. Leawood Elementary School is in the neighborhood, and students typically head to Sherwood Middle School and Walnut Ridge High School from there. Walnut Ridge High School offers Career-Technical Education (CTE) programs that help students build vocational skills.

Leawood Elementary School is in the neighborhood itself.
Leawood Elementary School is in the neighborhood itself.
Most students in the area will attend Sherwood Middle School.
Most students in the area will attend Sherwood Middle School.
Walnut Ridge High School offers vocational and career-oriented classes.
Walnut Ridge High School offers vocational and career-oriented classes.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John Glenn Columbus International

14 min drive

Bus

S Hamilton Rd & E Livingston Ave

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Grattan Rd

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Lattimer Dr

Bus

S Hamilton Rd & Dundee Ave

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Leawood US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,416
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,278
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,869
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,051
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$1,700
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,700
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,725

Demographics

Total Population
5,462
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,320
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$54,181

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
14.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''

Area Factors

Somewhat bikeable

Bikeability®

30 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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