$226,274Average Value$163Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Riverside community with mixed-use feel
Take in the serene flow of the Olentangy River running alongside this neighborhood, popular with Ohio State students and professionals alike. Olentangy Commons exudes a mixed-use feel, with parks, retail, dining and medical centers within walking distance of townhouse and condo communities. One of the neighborhood’s focal points is the Anheuser-Busch Sports Park, which hosts baseball and basketball tournaments and is home to the annual Nike Boys Basketball summer camp. “A couple of schools use the rugby field over by the eight baseball diamonds. There’s usually something going on every night there,” says Shawn Hageman, resident of Olentangy Commons and Realtor with RE/MAX Capital. “I also love the convenience of the Olentangy Freeway, and the shops are all right around the corner; all the bars and businesses are nearby along Bethel Road.”
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Condos with ample amenities
Condos and townhouses with brick and Tudor-style exteriors are the primary options in Olentangy Commons. The two- to three-bedroom multi-family homes with private back patios are priced between $200,000 and $242,000. Hageman says the area's affordability is the main attraction. “The homes sell quickly because they’re so reasonably priced for the location.” Homeowners association fees range from $342 to $368 a month. They may include amenities like outdoor tennis courts, a community pool, a renovated fitness center, and fenced-in areas for dogs to roam. Those fees also cover things like water, trash and lawn care. Tree-lined sidewalks are just steps away from the front door of the condos, making it easy for locals to navigate the area by foot.
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Expansive sports park with access to riverside trails
Along its namesake waterway, the Olentangy Trail is a paved walkway and bikeway traversing Worthington to Columbus. “There’s access to the trail now on Bethel Road,” Hageman says. “It’s happened within the past three of four years. Otherwise, you had to go south and access it via Henderson Road.” The trail winds through the Anheuser-Busch Sports Park just off Olentangy River Road. Along with its extensive options for athletics, the park features a playground for kids to explore. Within 2.5 miles of the neighborhood is the Columbus Park of Roses, one of the largest public rose gardens in the United States, with more than 12,000 sweet-smelling flowers on display.
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Rebuilding plans in the works for Columbus City Schools
Public school students living in Olentangy Commons are zoned for the Columbus City School District. Students will begin their education at Winterset Elementary School, which gets a C-plus from Niche. As part of a nearly $300 million project proposed by the district, five schools, including Winterset, will be rebuilt on current or new sites. Students later filter into C-minus-rated Ridgeview Middle School and B-rated Centennial High School.
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Olentangy Freeway is a transportation hub
Locals primarily take Ohio State Route 315, known locally as Olentangy Freeway, to reach surrounding amenities. Downtown Columbus is 9 miles south, while The Ohio State University is within 3.5 miles. Getting to John Glenn Columbus International Airport will require a longer commute, roughly 12.5 miles southeast via Olentangy Freeway and Interstate 670. People can avoid the freeway to access medical care at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital by traveling 2.5 miles south along Olentangy River Road. Public transit options through the Central Ohio Transit Authority, or COTA, are available along West Henderson Road and in the neighboring community of Knolls West along Kenny Road.
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Recreation and convenience are all within your reach at Olentangy Commons.
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Tree-lined streets lead to shopping and dining center
Bethel and West Henderson roads serve as lifelines for retail and dining. Olentangy Plaza sits within the neighborhood, so locals don’t have to go very far to browse the aisles at Marshalls or Micro Center, a computer and technology store. TVs line the walls at Gallo’s Tap Room, where locals get together for wings and microbrews while they catch a game. Tea lovers have several options, including The Brewed Leaf and Tea Zone Bakery & Café. The latter has a seating area that includes the Japanese tradition of people taking off their shoes and sitting on an elevated platform while sipping tea or coffee. There’s also a range of Asian cuisine nearby. Jiu Thai Asian Café, Coco Hot Pot, and Buckeye Pho sit within the shopping center. Starbucks, Five Guys and Chipotle provide fast food options. For groceries, locals can make the 2.5-mile drive west along West Henderson Road to Kroger.
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Parks in this Area
Beechwold Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Olentangy Park
Whetstone Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Anheuser Busch Sports Park
Baseball/Softball
Kenney Park
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Trails
Sycamore Street
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
21 min drive
Bus
Olentangy River Rd & Bethel Rd
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Olentangy River Rd & Olde Towne Ave
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W Henderson Rd & Knightsbridge Blvd
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W Henderson Rd & Olentangy River Rd
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W Henderson Rd & Lauraland Dr E
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Olentangy Commons
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Olentangy Commons Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Olentangy Commons, Columbus sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Olentangy Commons, Columbus over the last 12 months is $222,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Rare availability First Floor 2 bedroom ranch condominium, Really nice box window in the living room, great for plants with all of the light. Decent size main bedroom with double closets. Large storage room and Carport included. Clubhouse with Fitness Center and Community Pool & Tennis Courts. Only Minutes to OSU, Downtown, with access to State Route 315 & I270. Condo Fees include gas, water
Welcome to this beautifully maintained condo offering comfort, convenience, and space in the highly desirable Olentangy Commons! The First Floor features the spacious Family Room perfect for relaxing or entertaining, a separate Dining area, and a well-equipped Kitchen with a gas range and an abundance of cabinet space. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized Bedrooms, each with ample closet
Move up to true luxury apartment living at Taylor House. The impressive building facade and quiet residential setting boast all the features you expect from the Preferred Living brand.Our spacious luxury suites include controlled private entrances and offer large gourmet kitchens with lots of storage, 42" mahogany stained cabinetry, brushed nickel fixtures, a glass tile backsplash, a built-in
The Commons at Olentangy is located in northwest Columbus, OH and offers spacious and affordable 1,2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes for rent. The Commons at Olentangy is a pet-friendly community that offers many amenities including a swimming pool with an expansive sun deck, 24-hour fitness center, basketball and tennis courts, garages available, and resident clubhouse. Select units include
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,153
Median Age
31
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,378
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,606
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.9%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 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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