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Suburban life within a highly ranked school district
Just off Sawmill Road, north of the interchange with Interstate 270, Sawmill Forest offers suburban living with easy access to parks, big-box retail, local dining and commuter options. Niche ranks the Dublin City School District, where Sawmill Forest residents send their kids, as the best school district in the Columbus area. “There is definitely room here for family growth,” says Realtor Brad Marquis, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Keller Williams Capital Partners.
A-rated public schools
Olde Sawmill Elementary School is about a quarter mile southeast of Sawmill Forest. The school has an A Niche rating. Next door, Ann Simpson Davis Middle School has an A-minus rating. Children can walk to both schools. After school, kids can walk less than half a mile to Northwest Library to do their homework. Dublin Scioto High School is about a mile west of Sawmill Forest and has an A rating. High school students have the opportunity to earn International Baccalaureate degrees, which colleges across the globe recognize. Dublin Scioto High’s Irish Marching Band regularly performs at Walt Disney World.
Dublin Scioto High School near Sawmill Forest is rated A by Niche.
Many children from Sawmill Forest attend Ann Simpson Davis Middle School.
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Bi-level homes and Tudor Revivals
Most of the neighborhood’s homes were built in the 1970s and 80s. Old-growth trees shade most lawns, and sidewalks line the suburban streets. The backyards, often fenced in, have enough space for patios and grills. Bi-level and split-level homes are valued from $300,000 to $460,000, and Tudor Revival-style houses are valued from $415,000 to $530,000. Contemporary-style houses with vinyl exteriors are valued from $370,000 to $530,000. “Many of the homes have been updated and are gorgeous, and some have potential for building equity with renovations,” Marquis says. Vinyl-exterior condos and townhouses on the neighborhood’s south end are valued between $170,000 and $250,000. “The townhouses and condos are all rentals,” Marquis says.
Bi-level homes are common in the Sawmill Forest neighborhood.
Tudor revival style of homes are very popular in the Sawmill Forrest neighborhood.
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Siam Orchid Thai Restaurant and big-box retail
Restaurants and big-box retailers like Kroger and Walmart are concentrated directly southeast of the neighborhood. Siam Orchid Thai Restaurant has a traditional wood-furnished interior with string lights. 101 Beer Kitchen serves craft brews and handhelds prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Bawarchi Biryanis Indian Cuisine’s banquet hall is a popular spot to host catered events like wedding receptions and birthday parties. Franchise options include Duck Donuts and Popeyes.
The residents of Sawmill Forest enjoy shopping at Walmart on Sawmill Road.
Siam Orchid Thai Restaurant near Sawmill Forrest is a neighborhood favorite.
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Olde Sawmill Park and Emerald Fields
Residents have walkable access to green spaces designed for athletics. Olde Sawmill Park is next to the elementary school. It has a picnic shelter, a basketball court and two playgrounds. The park’s open field is good for frisbee and soccer games. “The park is ideal for organized sports or if you’re just taking the kids to throw a baseball,” says Realtor Andy Whiteman, who sells homes in the neighborhood with RE/MAX Achievers. Emerald Fields is about a quarter mile west of the neighborhood. The park has baseball diamonds, cricket fields and a playground.
Olde Sawmill Park in Olde Sawmill is a spot where neighborhood kids gather for a game of soccer.
Emerald Fields Park across the road from Sawmill Forest features a cricket field.
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Ohio State football and the Dublin Irish Festival
Sawmill Forest residents have access to year-round events. Ohio Stadium is 11 miles south of Sawmill Forest. Ohio State’s football team faces off against other Big Ten Conference teams in front of over 100,000 fans at the stadium. Every August, Dublin Village hosts the annual Dublin Irish Festival about 7 miles west of Sawmill Forest. The three-day event draws thousands of visitors with music from the old country, strongman competitions and whisky tastings. An AMC theater is 2 miles south of Sawmill Forest.
Direct access to Interstate 270
A paved biking and walking path runs along Sawmill Road and connects green spaces like Emerald Fields, Camden Lakes Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park with the high school and the shopping center directly southeast of the neighborhood. Commuters appreciate that Downtown Columbus is less than 16 miles southeast of Sawmill Forest via Ohio State Route 315. Interstate 270, known as Columbus’ outerbelt, is 2 miles south of Sawmill Forest. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is about 20 miles southeast of the neighborhood via Interstate 270. The Central Ohio Transit Authority operates bus stops on the neighborhood’s northwest corner along Sawmill Road.
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Parks in this Area
Scioto Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Amphitheater
Woodbridge Green Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Olde Sawmill Park
Donegal Cliffs Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Emerald Fields
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Summit View Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
29 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sawmill Forest
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sawmill Forest, Columbus sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sawmill Forest, Columbus over the last 12 months is $341,332, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked into the desirable Olde sawmill (Dublin schools) is this beautiful two-story 5 bedroom renovated house with in ground pool. The interior and exterior has been freshly painted providing a crisp modern aesthetic. Enter into all new LVP flooring throughout the first floor and primary suite. The front entry way is flanked by the home's dining room and living room (or home office). The large
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,144
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$126,902
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,823
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
63.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
% Population in Labor Force
82%
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®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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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.
