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Why buyers are keeping an eye on Oriole Heights
Located roughly halfway between downtown Columbus and John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Oriole Heights is a neighborhood that some say is on the upswing. Its midcentury homes tend to cost less than those in nearby areas, and the relatively small number of listings helps keep the neighborhood close-knit. Easy access to major highways makes it simple to get around the city, and students benefit from having a private university nearby.
The Oriole Heights neighborhood is northeast of downtown Columbus.
Ohio Dominican University is a private Catholic university located near Oriole Heights.
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Midcentury homes draw first-timers and new investment
Housing is largely midcentury split-levels and ranch-style homes, with most of them clustered toward the neighborhood’s southside. Many have received updates or are currently being renovated, giving Oriole Heights a fresh look and drawing more attention from investors. “The neighborhood is up and coming,” says Matthew Seward, a Realtor with Keller Williams Capital Partners. “Habitat for Humanity has come in and renovated existing homes, torn some down and started from scratch.” The median home price usually lands in the high $100,000s, which is in line with nearby places like Woodland Holt and Arlington Park but still lower than Brittany Hills, Amercrest and Saint Marys. “Oriole Heights attracts first-time homebuyers and people who want to be close to those attending Ohio Dominican University,” he says.
Split-level homes are common in the Oriole Heights neighborhood.
Most homes here are midcentury.
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Ohio Dominican University adds nearby higher education access
Oriole Heights is zoned for Columbus City Schools, one of the largest districts in the state. Students typically attend Linden-McKinley STEM Academy for grades seven to 12, where advanced placement courses are offered in English literature, calculus, government and U.S. history. Ohio Dominican University’s main campus is less than a mile away, making it an easy walk for some. Right next to the neighborhood is The Charles School at Ohio Dominican University. This five-year early college program lets students earn a high school diploma along with enough credits for an associate’s degree.
Linden-McKinley STEM School is a public school serving students in grades 7-12.
Many children from Oriole Heights attend the Linden-McKinley STEM School.
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Living near I-670 shortens commutes across Columbus
Interstate 670 is close by and puts John Glenn Columbus International Airport, the Columbus VA Medical Center and downtown Columbus within about 5 miles or less. Central Ohio Transit Authority bus stops are also available along Brentnell Avenue, giving residents a public transit option close to home.
Most shopping is a short drive from home
Shopping options are limited in the neighborhood, so most locals head out for groceries, retail and other basics. A Save A Lot is about a mile away in Arlington Park, or you can drive roughly 3 miles to the Aldi in South Linden. Easton Town Center is around 5 miles away and offers hundreds of retailers, big-box stores and chain restaurants. Nearby dining includes Gold Coast Kitchen, known for its Ghana-infused comfort dishes like fried catfish, wings and jollof rice. Across the street, The Good Kitchen 614 is a local favorite for soul food and neighborhood outreach.
Brentnell Community Center has exercise equipment and a produce market
The Brentnell Community Center offers a mix of activities, classes and programs suitable for all ages, including youth archery, karaoke and a flag football league. But there are plenty of other options for having fun outdoors in the neighborhood or right around the corner:
Hayden Park’s 10 acres of open fields double as an access point to the Alum Creek Trail, which stretches nearly 25 miles.
Amvet Village Park is the local pocket park, centered around a playground and a basketball court.
Brentnell Park features wide-open fields for sports and pickup games, plus tennis courts with pickleball overlays.
Panther Stadium is located in the neighborhood, drawing visitors to watch Ohio Dominican University’s football team play.
Brentell Community Center has a playground.
Brentell Community Center has a fitness room and hosts plenty of sports and activities.
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Crime and Safety
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Oriole Heights
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oriole Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oriole Heights, Columbus sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Oriole Heights, Columbus over the last 12 months is $189,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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