Just off Sawmill Road, Sawmill Forest is a woodsy suburb with access to some of the area’s most popular amenities. In addition to some of the best public schools in the area, locals can choose from a wide range of entertainment, shopping and dining options, often within walking distance. Its lower property taxes and proximity to several job centers also make the neighborhood practical for both commuters and families.
Sawmill Forest lives up to its name, with mature trees and generous green lots that are often a quarter-acre or more. Most homes follow a contemporary New Traditional style and typically sell from the mid-$300,000s to the low $500,000s, while condos in the area usually fall in the mid-$200,000s. The median price for a single-family home tends to land in the low $400,000s, which is higher than neighborhoods like Smoky Ridge Estates, Western Hills and Worthington Green, similar to Olde Sawmill, but lower than many parts of Dublin. Although the neighborhood benefits from Dublin’s schools and shopping, it also qualifies for Columbus property tax rates. “It’s more affordable while getting all the amenities of Dublin,” says Chris Shea, a Realtor with Keller Williams Consultants Realty. “It’s the best of both worlds.”
Students in Sawmill Forest usually attend the highly rated Dublin City Schools district, which Niche considers one of the best school districts in the state. “The school system here makes the area very popular,” says Jamie Maze, Realtor and team leader of Maze & Company. The district’s Emerald Campus offers access to an International Baccalaureate program, giving students opportunities to take advanced, globally recognized coursework without leaving their home high school path.
Sawmill Forest is just a couple of miles from Interstate 270 and state Route 315, giving it easy access to many of the city’s busiest spots. Downtown Columbus and New Albany are both about 20 miles away, while the job markets of Westerville and Hilliard are within 12 miles and The Ohio State University is about 10 miles away. And that’s to say nothing of Dublin, which is right next door. For pedestrians, the Central Ohio Transit Authority’s bus service has stops along Sawmill Road, and services like Kroger are within a mile of most houses.
Residents frequently walk to nearby green spaces built for everything from casual play to organized athletics. Olde Sawmill Park, located right next to Olde Sawmill Elementary School and Davis Middle School, offers a picnic shelter, a basketball court and two playgrounds. Emerald Fields is about a mile-and-a-half away, with baseball diamonds, cricket fields, a playground and other family-friendly amenities.
The neighborhood is only a mile or two from several popular local restaurants:
Sawmill Road has plenty of shopping options, with everything from big-name stores to specialty shops. Target, Walmart Supercenter and ALDI offer everyday essentials, while places like Buckeye Corner add some local flavor with Ohio State gear and unique finds. About 3 miles away, The Mall at Tuttle Crossing has over 90 stores and restaurants to choose from.
Wael Al-Fakir
Keller Williams Consultants
(866) 260-2941
35 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$220,000 Price
Jennifer Kessel-White
KW Classic Properties Realty
(380) 333-6311
161 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$171,000 Price
Amy Nitzschke
CRT, Realtors
(380) 333-4700
120 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$451,000 Price
Jamie Maze
Fiv Realty Co Ohio LLC
(380) 222-2873
120 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$360,000 Price
Stephen Springer
Keller Williams Greater Cols
(380) 235-3017
71 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$375,000 Price
Patrick Murphy
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 214-2685
171 Total Sales
1 in Sawmill Forest
$438,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sawmill Forest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Sawmill Forest, Columbus sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sawmill Forest, Columbus over the last 12 months is $396,250, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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