Somerset
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43219
Neighborhoods lit by streetlights in Somerset
Somerset is predominantly residential, featuring neighborhoods with narrow but well-maintained sidewalks and occasional streetlamps lighting neighborhoods at night. Mature trees sit on front lawns. Homes here are a mix of styles, starting with older split-levels and ranches with siding exteriors and single- or two-car garages. Newer developments feature Craftsmans with front porches and two-car garages. Some front doors have wrought iron detailing, adding character to homes that might otherwise look similar. Houses in Somerset typically list between $150,000 and $350,000. The median lot size is just under 7,000 square feet, providing residents with sizeable lawns.
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Walk the boardwalks at Harrison Smith Park
Formerly called Somerset Park, Harrison Smith Park is 20 acres of wooded wetlands. Boardwalks lead visitors through the park so they can appreciate the natural landscape or birdwatch. The playground and outdoor fitness stations encourage visitors to get active. Innis Park has a trailhead for Alum Creek Trail, the paved pathway that meanders along the creek. The park also boasts several athletic fields.Study at Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools
Somerset is zoned for Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools, where students can attend Royal Manor Elementary School. Niche awards this school a B and lists it as the 22nd most diverse public elementary school in Ohio. Gahanna Middle School West receives a B-plus from Niche and is the 25th most diverse middle school in the state. Earning an A-minus from Niche, Lincoln High School offers College Credit Plus (CCP) courses, in which students can earn college and high school credit simultaneously, as well as a school-to-career program through its partnership with Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools.
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Blues and jazz in Gahanna
For 25 years, Gahanna has hosted the Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival, inviting people from across the Columbus area to come enjoy live music in June. From June to September, the town hosts a farmers’ market every Wednesday, where visitors can find local produce and other goods, from meats to jams, honey and tea. Easton Town Center also hosts many local events for residents, like a movie night series with a giant screen in the summertime, playing family-friendly favorites for attendees.Ample public transportation around Somerset
Somerset residents can get around northeast Columbus on the buses that stop around the neighborhood. The number 7 bus stops along Stelzer and Agler Roads, while the number 23 is also available on Stelzer Road. Along Sunbury Road, residents can catch the number 9 or number 31 buses. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is only 2 miles away, accessible by the Stelzer Road buses. I-270 makes up the neighborhood’s eastern border, connecting it to the airport. I-670 is to the south, linking residents to downtown. Mount Carmel East is 7 miles south.
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Easton Town Center is a big draw
While Somerset is largely residential, people living here are within two miles of one of Columbus’s best shopping malls—Easton Town Center. “Every shop you would want is there,” says Thomas Hamrick, a Realtor with Keller Williams Consultant Realty and a lifetime Columbus resident. “Indoor shopping, outdoor shopping. If you’re going to see Santa at Christmas, you’re going to go to Easton.” Easton Town Center is also home to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods Market, Target, Costco and Walmart. Here, residents can find restaurants like Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill, which offers pizzas and sandwiches. Slurping Turtle has Japanese ramen. At Northstar Café, locals can enjoy live jazz music every night from local musicians.
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Dwayne Walker
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Matan Gutwaks
Matan Gutwaks
RE/MAX Main Street
(551) 210-4739
66 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$210,000 Price
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Susan Pierce
Susan Pierce
Red Frog Realty
(833) 359-2657
28 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$216,000 Price
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Chris Shea
Chris Shea
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 333-9577
122 Total Sales
2 in Somerset
$290,000 Price Range
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Don Shaffer
Don Shaffer
Howard HannaRealEstateServices
(380) 800-5848
758 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$275,000 Price
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Mark Corbin
Mark Corbin
NextHome Experience
(380) 205-9926
81 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$190,000 Price
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Bishnu Biswakarma
Bishnu Biswakarma
Red 1 Realty
(614) 665-5429
34 Total Sales
1 in Somerset
$350,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mock Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
North East Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Sunpoint Park
- Basketball
- Playground
Innis Park
Harrison Smith Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Alum Creek Trail
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Somerset | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Somerset Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Somerset, Columbus sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Somerset, Columbus over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$350,500
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$294,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,391
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,783
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
974
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
755
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,099 - $1,399 per month
- Crosspoint Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 678+ Sq Ft
- 3520 Red Hook Crossing
- Columbus, OH
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$1,034 - $2,290 per month
- The Gardens Columbus
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 678+ Sq Ft
- 3701 Governors Club Blvd
- Columbus, OH
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$950 - $2,020 per month
- The Residences at Town Center
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 570+ Sq Ft
- 2591 Venturi House
- Columbus, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,980
Median Age
32
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,047
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,712
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.2%
Advanced Degrees
12.7%
% Population in Labor Force
73.8%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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