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Several Walking Paths flow throughout the Minerva Park community.
A centrally located village in northeastern Columbus
The independent village of Minerva Park is located in northeastern Columbus, situated closest to Westerville and Gahanna. “The people who live in Minerva Park have been there for a long time,” says Thomas Hamrick, Columbus Realtor and lifetime local. “It’s in close proximity to places like Easton, right up the street with the largest shopping mall in the area. You can easily hop on I-270 to get anywhere in the city within 20 minutes. It’s a great, centrally located village.”
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.
Homes in Minerva Park boast luscious lawns.
Minerva Park in Columbus, Ohio, offers a welcoming community with tree-lined streets.
Friendly sidewalks in Minerva Park promote outdoor activities and connectivity.
Minerva Park is a great place to raise a family.
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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.
Trader Joes, just minutes away from Minerva Park has your fresh produce needs covered.
Easton Town Center near Minerva Park is a popular hub for shopping and dining experiences.
Stop in at Whole Foods near Minerva Park for your grocery needs.
Shabani Cafe offers traditional Somalian food and drink specials.
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Minerva Park was founded as a sub community of the city of Columbus in 1940.
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.
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.
Minerva France Elementary School that opened in 2022 serves residents of Minerva Park.
Schools in Minerva Park are reputed for their quality education.
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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.
Residents love the pool at Minerva Park.
Minerva Park has it's own outdoor recreation center.
The ponds at Mary Yost Garden offers neighbors in Minerva Park a place to unwind.
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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.
The City of Columbus is home to Nationwide Insurance Headquarters.
Minerva Park is located 11.5 miles from Downtown Columbus.
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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
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
17 min drive
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Minerva Park, Columbus sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Minerva Park, Columbus over the last 12 months is $372,470, up 9% from the average 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
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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
