$351,504Average Value$226Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
"One of the best kept secrets in the Columbus area"
Olentangy High Bluffs offers homebuyers a scenic escape from the action of Downtown Columbus. A tranquil river flows through the neighborhood, which borders a sprawling public forest. But Olentangy High Bluffs is no wilderness. Residents can access a popular mall, movie theaters, local and chain eateries, major highways and highly rated public schools. “It’s one of the best-kept secrets in the Columbus area,” says Marilyn Mason, a Realtor with RE/MAX Premier Choice. “It’s so nestled away that if you were not going there with intent, you wouldn’t be there.”
Olentangy High Bluffs might be the best-kept secret in the Columbus area.
Kids love to play at the playground at Highbanks Metropark.
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Single-family homes and townhouses
Homebuyers can purchase 1960s bungalows and ranch-style houses west of the Olentangy River for between $240,000 and $400,000. East of the river, 1980s bungalows sell for between $320,000 and $380,000. Homebuyers can purchase bi-level houses for between $350,000 and $500,000. There is a large selection of townhouses as well. Vinyl-exterior townhouses, also built in the 1980s, are valued from $220,000 to $290,000. “Some of those properties back up to Highbanks, and you have deer come to the fence,” Mason says. “One of the kids in the neighborhood told me about the deer experience, ‘Miss Marilyn, look at our pets.’”
1980's townhouses are popular among residents of Olentangy High Bluffs.
Ranch style homes can be found in the quiet suburban neighborhood of Olentangy High Bluffs.
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Highly rated public schools
Children often begin their educations at Worthington Hills Elementary, which has an 18-to-1 student-teacher ratio. McCord Middle School students are 65% proficient in math and 71% in reading. Teens move on to Worthington Kilbourne High, which has a 19-to-1 student-teacher ratio and offers a range of Advanced Placement classes. All three schools have A-minus Niche ratings.
McCord Middle School houses students grades 6-8 with a student teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
Worthington Hills Elementary is nestled in a suburban setting just outside of Columbus.
Worthington Kilbourne High School is a highly ranked Worthington City Public School.
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One of the Columbus area's largest public greenspaces
Olentangy High Bluffs runs alongside Highbanks Metro Park. The 1,200-acre greenspace has miles of biking, skiing and dog walking trails spanning wetlands, meadows and stands of oak and sycamore. Visitors enjoy picnics along the slow-moving Olentangy River while their children have fun on the playgrounds. Intrepid explorers launch canoes and kayaks on the river as well. The park’s summer camps help children discover passions for hiking, fishing, kayaking, archery and camping. Residents walk to Highbluffs Park within the community to lounge near its two lakes or walk pets. Access to such amenities keeps residents in the area. “There’s a lot of longevity. I have clients that have moved within the neighborhood. I think that says a lot about community,” Mason says.
The beautiful Olentangy River runs along Highbanks Metropark.
Friends love to gather at Highbanks Metropark for sports and picnics in a serene setting.
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Franchise eateries and a shopping mall
The neighborhood’s dining options are all casual, and most are franchises. Locals often begin their days with coffee and sweets at Dunkin’. Waffle House is another nearby breakfast spot. Smoothie King is a popping post-exercise spot. El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant serves salty margaritas and spicy fajitas. At North City Tavern, drinks flow, pool balls are struck, musicians sing and pizza is served. Polaris Town Center is 2 ½ miles east and includes retailers like Kroger, Best Buy, Target, Macy’s and T.J. Maxx.
There are several chain retail stores such as Macy's in Olentangy High Bluffs.
Polaris Fashion Place is a popular shopping mall in Olentangy High Bluffs.
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Professional entertainment and weekend activities
Folks visit Coliseum X to throw axes at bullseye targets, face off in laser tag and drink domestic beer over plates of mozzarella sticks. Polaris Town Center has a bowling alley and a Cinemark movie theater. The Marcus Cinema on Hutchinson Avenue is another a frequented movie spot. The downtown’s 20,000-seat Nationwide Arena features performances by musicians Justin Timberlake and Bruce Springsteen. Olentangy High Bluffs is 11 ½ miles from Ohio Stadium, where up to 100,000 fans pack in to root for Ohio State’s football team. Columbus locals spend hours zipping down cables through the canopies at ZipZone Outdoor Adventures. Some locals enroll their children in classes at Cutting Edge Dance Center on Dillmont Drive. The neighborhood is 7 miles east of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
Marcus Cinema is a popular spot to catch new releases in Olentangy High Bluffs.
Marcus Cinema features new releases on the big screen in Olentangy High Bluffs.
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Getting around the Columbus area
Folks travel 15 miles south to Downtown Columbus via Ohio State Route 315. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is 16 miles southeast via Interstate 270. “There’s not much traffic. It’s a very private area,” Mason says. The lack of traffic makes walking easy.
Olentangy High Bluffs is the perfect place to live for a peaceful setting and many amenities.
Tree lined streets make up the residential neighborhood of Olentangy High Bluffs.
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Parks in this Area
Flint Park
Highbanks Metro Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Worthington Hills Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
River Bluff Area
Bike Trails
Trails
Wystone Park
Highbluffs Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
25 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Olentangy High Bluffs
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Olentangy High Bluffs Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Olentangy High Bluffs, Columbus sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Olentangy High Bluffs, Columbus over the last 12 months is $401,000, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Well maintained two story unit located in the Worthington School District, includes community pond, clubhouse, fitness center and swimming pool. First floor includes Living area with luxury vinyl flooring, kitchen, half bath and walk out to the private patio area. The second floor has a spacious owner's suite with large closet, tray ceiling and full bath with shower. The second bedroom also has
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,308
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,263
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,792
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
63.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
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®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 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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