Scioto Woods is an established, family-friendly neighborhood on Columbus' west side, a short drive from the Ohio State University’s campus. Downtown isn’t far either; even so, the neighborhood’s mature greenery gives it a more suburban feel. A mix of housing types and price points appeals to a variety of lifestyles and budgets.
Most of what you’ll find along these sidewalk-lined streets are single-family homes from the 1990s and early 2000s. Many were built in New Traditional styles, with Colonial- or Tudor Revival-inspired details. Attached garages and basements are common, along with spacious, fenced-in backyards and mature shade trees. Several tributaries of the Scioto River run through wooded areas of the neighborhood, with some homes backing up to these tree-lined corridors.
For lower-maintenance living, some HOA-managed sections offer multifamily homes. Darby Pointe, with quarterly dues, has rental-friendly townhouses and single-family homes on modest lots. Colony Hill, one of the community’s older sections with 1970s-era condos, has monthly dues.
Based on recent sales, condos and townhouses have ranged from under $100,000 to the high $200,000s, while most single-family homes have sold from the high $200,000s to the mid-$400,000s, depending on size, condition and updates.
According to longtime local Ron Kendle, broker-owner of RE/MAX Town Center, Scioto Woods is a sought-after area, especially for first-time homebuyers, which means listings move fast. “It’s quiet, family-friendly and a seller’s market right now. Houses do not last long.”
Scioto Woods is car-dependent but well-connected to major roadways. Trabue Road crosses the Scioto River, linking to U.S. Route 33 and offering a roughly 10- to 15-minute drive to Ohio State's campus, under 5 miles away. For longer trips, Interstate 70 runs along the community’s south end, connecting to Interstates 270 and 670 nearby. Key highway commutes include:
Scioto Woods Park and Redick Park are the community’s outdoor escapes. The namesake park has a playground, picnic tables and a paved walking trail. It’s also a regular food truck court. Redick Park adds wooded trails, ball diamonds and basketball courts. More outdoor spots are close by:
When considering a move to Scioto Woods, it’s important to establish which school district your prospective address falls into. Columbus City Schools (CCS), Hilliard City Schools (HCS) and South Western City Schools (SWCS) serve the community, offering different school choice and open enrollment options.
CCS runs a lottery each spring that gives families a chance to apply for magnet and specialty school seats across the district. Ohio law also lets students transfer to other districts at no cost through open enrollment, but each board independently decides whether to accept outside students and how many seats to make available each year.
HCS is a highly rated district that does not operate magnet schools or participate in open enrollment. Students are assigned to schools based on their attendance area, and intra-district transfers are limited.
SWCS does not operate magnet programs but offers limited intra-district options, with school assignments primarily based on residence.
No matter where families live, all students are eligible to apply to Columbus Preparatory Academy, a highly rated public charter school located right in the neighborhood that enrolls students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Takeout spots are minutes from home, ranging from Chinese to Italian. For errand runs, residents typically head toward Hilliard. Hilliard Rome Road is less than 5 miles from most homes, roughly a 10- to 15-minute drive. The commercial corridor is lined with big-box stores and chain restaurants, including Meijer, Target and Texas Roadhouse.
Sandra Binning
Coldwell Banker Realty
(380) 888-2504
75 Total Sales
1 in Scioto Woods
$375,000 Price
Renee Robinson
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(380) 207-9073
113 Total Sales
1 in Scioto Woods
$165,000 Price
DaRon Irby
e-Merge Real Estate
(380) 207-0961
43 Total Sales
1 in Scioto Woods
$250,000 Price
Eric Milisavljevich
Red 1 Realty
(740) 200-3037
44 Total Sales
1 in Scioto Woods
$300,000 Price
Katie Poling
Fiv Realty Co Ohio LLC
(866) 303-1551
22 Total Sales
1 in Scioto Woods
$249,900 Price
Kristina Murphy
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(380) 888-3050
347 Total Sales
3 in Scioto Woods
$120K - $235K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Scioto Woods | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Scioto Woods, Columbus sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Scioto Woods, Columbus over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$324,900
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Median Sale Price
$320,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$332,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$152,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
51
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
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Number of Homes
1,180
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Number of Homes for Sale
6
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Median Year Built
1992
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Months of Supply
1.40
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,643
Below the national average
1,933
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
990
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
576
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
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$1,027 - $1,480 per month
$1,050 - $1,350 per month
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
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Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,200
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Median Condo Rent
$1,475
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Total Population
3,861
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Median Age
39
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Population Density
8 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$86,961
Above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$86,005
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High School Graduates
91.2%
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College Graduates
37.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
16.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
68%
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Annual Precipitation
41''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
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Annual Snowfall
19''
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A tight-knit community with easy access to jobs, parks and restaurants
Surrounded by golf courses, industrial parks and highways
Former limestone quarries now provide lakeside condo living
Neighborly streets, quick I‑70 access and value‑priced homes near shops and eats
A proud community where people know their neighbors
Suburban feel close to OSU with larger lots and river access nearby
