Minerva Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43231
Old-growth trees on Minerva Lake Road
The ranch-style homes and split levels in Minerva Park were commonly built between the 1950s and 60s, often with a midcentury flair. Homebuyers may stumble across the occasional historic build, while newer construction tends to flaunt contemporary Craftsman architecture. Residential streets like Minerva Lake Road are surrounded by old-growth trees, outdating their accompanying properties by centuries. For between $200,000 and $400,000, folks can dwell beneath the leafy shade. And while sidewalks aren’t common around these subdivisions, the streets themselves are plenty walkable on warmer days.
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Hostas and perennials at Mary Yost Garden
Minerva Park’s ponds can be found on either side of Minerva Lake Road, featuring walking paths and benches for residents and guests to enjoy. Mary Yost Garden is just off the residential street of Lakewood Drive, a memorial garden with hostas and perennials. The village’s playground and basketball court are walkable from the garden, while the Minerva Park Municipal Pool is a short drive north on Valley Road. Folks can travel farther south to neighboring Brandywine for Kilbourne Run Sports Park, a 62-acre greenspace with over a dozen soccer fields. Nearby, the Alum Creek Trail is a river corridor part of the Ohio to Erie Trail, accessible via Strawberry Farms Park on the east side of Westerville Road.
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Westerville’s newest schools
Hawthorne Elementary, once Minerva Park’s only elementary school, now shares the district with Minerva France Elementary, which opened in 2022. The former earns a B on Niche, while the latter has not yet been rated. Similarly, Minerva Park Middle opened its doors in 2023, though Heritage Middle School also serves the area and receives a B-minus from Niche. Westerville South High School is about 4 miles north of the village. With an A-minus on Niche, the school’s student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1 allows students hands-on experience with college prep and high-quality athletic programs.
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Highlighting local artists and musicians
Thanks to a brief 14-mile commute to downtown Columbus, Minerva Park residents are privy to many of the city’s perks, including the Columbus Museum of Art, Nationwide Arena and Scioto River outdoor recreation. Located 4 miles north, Westerville’s popular annual events highlight local artists, eateries, and musicians, like the Westerville Music & Arts Festival and Uptown Untapped.From Minerva Park to downtown Columbus
Minerva Park residents rely on state Route 3, Westerville Road, for the 14-mile commute to downtown Columbus. The route extends 4 miles north into Westerville as well, intersecting state Route 161, East Dublin Granville Road. From there, folks can head east to Worthington or take Interstate 71 south to reach the downtown scene. I-270 is just west, heading toward Easton Town Center and 9 miles south to John Glenn International Airport. Residents can find COTA bus stops along state Route 161, as well as I-270 and Morse Road, with frequent stops on Cleveland Avenue.
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International markets and eateries
Multiple restaurants, small businesses and grocers line the local thoroughfare of Cleveland Avenue, like Yasmin International Market and Nonato’s Kitchen. “There are so many great little international eateries in the area,” Hamrick notes. “Delicious places from all over the world, that’s kind of like Minerva Park’s hidden gem.” In addition, the neighborhood itself sits about 4 miles from Easton Town Center, one of Columbus’ premier shopping and entertainment destinations. The center features a Trader Joe’s, Costco Wholesale and Whole Foods Market for daily amenities alongside commercial retail, a movie theater and a comedy club.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Craig Buehler
Craig Buehler
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(614) 858-3276
57 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$395,000 Price
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Patrick Murphy
Patrick Murphy
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 214-2685
137 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$372,400 Price
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Mark Corbin
Mark Corbin
NextHome Experience
(380) 205-9926
81 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$350,000 Price
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Lori Hicks
Lori Hicks
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Greater Cols
(380) 333-5179
322 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$385,000 Price
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Kristin Bell
Kristin Bell
Responds QuicklyValEquity Real Estate
(380) 800-6156
136 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$589,000 Price
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Sandra McGill
Sandra McGill
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(380) 666-4273
65 Total Sales
1 in Minerva Park
$250,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ridgewood Park
Northtowne Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Granville Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Cooper Park
Strawberry Farms Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Kilbourne Run Sports Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Minerva Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Minerva Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Minerva Park, Columbus sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Minerva Park, Columbus over the last 12 months is $361,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,900
Median Sale Price
$361,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$361,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$199,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
558
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,789
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,142
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 211 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,341
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,230
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,556
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
45.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.3%
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®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 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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Contemporary homes and access to good schools in southern Minerva Park
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Leafy, densely packed neighborhood with lots of schools and highway access
Hyde Park
Value-priced midcentury homes with convenient access to the city and shopping
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Diverse food and businesses in an affordable suburb
Northgate
Laid-back community within walking distance of several schools and pocket parks
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