In the late 1970s, an organization was formed to preserve the prominent history of the Necko neighborhood just south of The Ohio State University campus. This organization was called the Neil-Eighth-Cannon-King Organization, or NECKO, named after the streets bordering homes built in the late 1800s and early 1900s. As a result of the formation of this organization, the neighborhood is part of the Near North Side Historic District. The district, which consists of about 70 square blocks of similar-style homes, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Historic architecture is all around
That part of the neighborhood has narrow streets and is an example of an early 20th-century residential area. Victorian and Foursquare homes are standard features in that small section with brick construction, front porches and roof dormers. Beyond Neil Avenue and heading east toward High Street are various single-family 20th-century homes, townhouses, small apartment complexes and multi-family homes that Ohio State University students mainly rent. "They're mainly medical and graduate students," says William Murdock, the NECKO Neighborhood group facilitator and a neighborhood resident since 1994. "The rest is a diverse mix of professionals, families and retirees." Further north on High Street, there are more campus buildings and housing. The single-family homes are between $350,000 and $550,000. Many homes in the more historical part of the neighborhood are at least $500,000 and can be as much as $800,000.
A beautifully renovated Victorian home in the Necko neighborhood features a front porch.
Foursquare is another popular style of home in the Necko neighborhood.
Homes in the Necko neighborhood offer a lot of character and history.
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A breakfast staple popular with the OSU crowd
With the proximity to The Ohio State University campus, the businesses tend to be more college-student-themed, including the Ohio State University Bookstore, where students can buy textbooks for their classes or scarlet and grey Buckeye apparel can be purchased for the next athletic event. HangOverEasy is a popular OSU student hangout whose motto is that Breakfast Cures All, but they also serve lunch. It’s quite the experience inside, with vintage posters hanging on the walls and a wall-size chalkboard. Kroger on High Street has a bakery, deli, pharmacy and aisles of food items for home essentials.
Breakfast cures all is the motto of HangOverEasy Diner located in the Necko neighborhood.
HangOverEasy Diner in Necko is a neighborhood favorite.
HangOverEasy Diner in Necko serves up an egg heavy menu of comfort food.
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Schools with a good student-to-teacher ratio
The Columbus City School District serves the students in Necko, and the system receives a C-minus grade overall with a 15-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio on Niche. With the same C-minus grade, Hubbard Elementary School does get a B-minus grade for the school’s teaching staff. Dominion Middle School is the only middle school in the district with a center serving the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. The school gets a C grade with a 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Through a partnership with Kroger, the Whetstone High School Parent-Teacher Association has a program where a portion of the grocery bill will help the school. The school has a C-plus grade on Niche. The Columbus Metropolitan Library system operates the Northside Branch. The location on High Street has three meeting rooms, four study rooms and public computer access.
Hubbard Elementary School near Necko serves the children in grades PK, K-5.
Dominion Middle School is located near Necko and serves the children in grades 6-8.
Whetstone High School near the Necko neighborhood serves the students in grades 9-12.
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Campus park
On The Ohio State University campus is the Phyllis A. Jones Legacy Park. It’s located at 10th Avenue and Dodd Drive and includes a small children’s playground and plenty of open green space to stretch out and relax. It’s located near The Ohio State University Wexler Medical Center. Thompson Park, located on Dennison Avenue, has a basketball court, playground, and a recreation center for indoor exercise.
The residents of Necko have an easy access to the Phyllis Jones Legacy Park near Necko.
Mirror Lake is a part of the OSU campus and just a short walk from the Necko neighborhood.
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The residents of Necko can easily walk to the Ohio State University campus.
Walking distance to OSU
Several stops serve the Central Ohio Transit Authority bus routes, including Neil Avenue and High Street. The Ohio State University campus is just to the north, including two miles to Ohio Stadium, where you can be among the 100,000 cheering on the Buckeye football team in the fall. " I never drive to Ohio State football games. It's easier to walk," Murdock says. Downtown Columbus is about 3 miles to the south, and it will take a little over 10 minutes to get to John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
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Parks in this Area
Chlois G. Ingram Spirit of Women Park
Trails
Phyllis Jones Legacy Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Thompson Park
Basketball
Playground
Parking Lot
Indianola Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Weindland Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
IE Gardens in Weinland Park
Botanical Gardens
Community Center
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
14 min drive
Bus
153 W 12th Ave - Hale Hall
Bus
Neil Ave & W 11th Ave
Bus
Neil Ave & King Ave
Bus
N High St & W 10th Ave
Bus
Neil Ave & W 8th Ave
Bus
Columbus (Ohio State University)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Necko
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Necko, Columbus sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Necko, Columbus over the last 12 months is $623,035, up 33% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,966
Median Age
25
Population Density
77 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
0.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,614
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$35,633
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
71.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.2%
% Population in Labor Force
46.1%
Below 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
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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