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Shady Lane

Shady Lane

Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio

Franklin County 43227, 43232

$232,075 Average Value
$173 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

A popular neighborhood among first-time homebuyers

About 9 miles east of Downtown Columbus, Shady Lane is primarily made up of single-family homes from the mid-century. Multiple public schools populate the neighborhood, and children can walk to them. A 136-acre green space with various athletic amenities cuts through the center of Shady Lane. Restaurants line Shady Lane’s borders, and Columbus’ most traveled thoroughfare, Interstate 270, lies on the neighborhood’s east side. “This is a good neighborhood for first-time homebuyers and those who want to start a family,” says Byron Diaz, a Realtor with Nexthome Experience. “You also see that people who move in want to stay for a long time, too.”
The corner of East Main and South Hamilton in Shady Lane is place for shopping and dining.
The corner of East Main and South Hamilton in Shady Lane is place for shopping and dining.
Ranch style homes are common in the Shady Lane neighborhood.
Ranch style homes are common in the Shady Lane neighborhood.
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Ranch-style homes from the 1950s and 60s

The neighborhood consists of windy suburban streets lined with single-family homes and sidewalks. The oak-shaded backyards often have patios with grills. Almost all of the neighborhood’s houses are ranch styles with attached garages. They were developed during the 1950s and 60s and are valued from $180,000 to $300,000. Most have wood exteriors, but many are made of brick. “The homes in Shady Lane have amazing construction,” Diaz says. “The quality of work in building the homes was top-notch.”
Shady Lane consists of windy suburban streets lined with mature trees and sidewalks.
Shady Lane consists of windy suburban streets lined with mature trees and sidewalks.
Most homes in the Shady Lane neighborhood were built in the 1950s and 60s.
Most homes in the Shady Lane neighborhood were built in the 1950s and 60s.
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Big Walnut Park and Shady Lane Park

The 136-acre Big Walnut Park divides the neighborhood down the middle. Big Walnut Creek flows vertically along its eastern border. Many residents walk to the park to use the baseball diamonds, basketball courts, pickleball overlays and tennis courts. Folks take their canine friends to the dog park while children enjoy the playground. The park also has access to the paved Greenway Trail, which winds along the creek and allows access to a 230-mile trail network that sprawls across the city. Visitors cast lines in the lake that is stocked with fish. Also within the neighborhood, Shady Lane Park provides about 5 acres of green space for people to jog, practice yoga or hold picnics.
Big Walnut Park located in Shady Lane features a beautiful pond.
Big Walnut Park located in Shady Lane features a beautiful pond.
John Bishop Memorial Park near Shady Lane is very popular among dog lovers.
John Bishop Memorial Park near Shady Lane is very popular among dog lovers.
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Public schools within walking distance

Children can walk to Shady Lane Elementary, Sherwood Middle and Walnut Ridge High School, all west of Big Walnut Park. All three schools have C-minus Niche ratings and are located within the neighborhood. The high school has accreditation from the North Central Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges and the Department of Education in the State of Ohio. East of Big Walnut Park, Woodcrest Elementary has a C-minus Niche rating and Yorktown Middle has a D-plus Niche rating. Both schools are within walking distance of most residents.
Woodcrest Elementary School near Shady Lane serves the children in grades PK, K-5.
Woodcrest Elementary School near Shady Lane serves the children in grades PK, K-5.
Sherwood Middle in Shady Lane is rated C-minus by Niche.
Sherwood Middle in Shady Lane is rated C-minus by Niche.
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An AMC theater and Ohio Stadium

Columbus offers a plethora of entertainment options, both large and small. An AMC dine-in theater is less than 12 miles north of the neighborhood. Parents sometimes schedule their children’s birthday parties at Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, less than 3 miles from the neighborhood. About 4 miles to the neighborhood’s southeast, the Magic Mountain Fun Center has a go-kart track, batting cages, a mini golf course and an arcade. Fans of Ohio State football travel less than 15 miles to root for the NCAA Division I championship-winning team at Ohio Stadium.
Magic Mountain Entertainment Center is located about 12 minutes away from Shady Lane.
Magic Mountain Entertainment Center is located about 12 minutes away from Shady Lane.
The residents of Shady Lane can walk to Planet Fitness gym located on South Hamilton Road.
The residents of Shady Lane can walk to Planet Fitness gym located on South Hamilton Road.
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Getting around Columbus

The Central Ohio Transit Authority operates bus stops on South Hamilton Road and East Main Street. Downtown Columbus is 9 miles west via interstates 270 and 670. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is about 10 miles northwest via Interstate 270.
The corner of East Main and South Hamilton in Shady Lane is place for shopping and dining.
The corner of East Main and South Hamilton in Shady Lane is place for shopping and dining.
COTA Bus line number 24 has several bus stops on South Hamilton Avenue in Shady Lane.
COTA Bus line number 24 has several bus stops on South Hamilton Avenue in Shady Lane.
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Diverse dining on the neighborhood’s northern and western borders

Dining options line South Hamilton Road on the neighborhood’s west end and East Main Street on the neighborhood’s north end. The establishments are within walking distance of most residents. Zara Mediterranean Charcoal Grill, on the west end, serves Greek dishes cooked over smoldering coals. On the north end, Ibex Ethiopian Bar & Restaurant serves both meat-based and vegan dishes and shows sporting events on its televisions. Just down the street, Flavor 91 Bistro is a classic bar environment specializing in burgers from 100% grass-fed beef. Also on East Main Street, Hi Level Fashion sells casual streetwear and sneakers. A Kroger is less than half a mile north of the neighborhood on South Hamilton Road.
Del Taco restaurant in Shady Lane is a great place for a quick bite that is open 24/7.
Del Taco restaurant in Shady Lane is a great place for a quick bite that is open 24/7.
For pizza head over to a cute little place called the Oven located in Shady Lane.
For pizza head over to a cute little place called the Oven located in Shady Lane.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

John Glenn Columbus International

16 min drive

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Lonsdale Rd

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Country Club Rd

Bus

Opposite 1411 S Hamilton Rd

Bus

E Livingston & South Hamilton Rd

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Noe Bixby Rd

Bus

S Hamilton Rd & Melroy Ave

Bus

E Livingston Ave & Shady Lane Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Shady Lane US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Shady Lane Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$235,000
Median Sale Price
$234,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$234,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$120,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$173

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,619
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,395
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,146
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Thursday, Jul 10
    4 - 5pm

    1380 Gertrude Dr, Columbus, OH 43227

    $200,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,018 Sq Ft
    • 1380 Gertrude Dr
    • New 4 days ago

    It's time for you to MOVE! This RANCH features a large, fenced in backyard surrounded by mature trees and nature. Large living dining room combo, 3 bedrooms PLUS a sunroom AND a screened in porch area. Also has 2 sheds, carport and 3rd enclosed storage area behind the carport. New: roof, gutters, water tank, sewer line, electric panel. Seller is having all NEW flooring installed and freshening up

    Michelle Demopolis Keller Williams Capital Ptnrs

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,955
Median Age
38
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,289
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,159

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
18.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
60%
Below 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®

41 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

39 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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