South Central Hilltop
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43204, 43223
Fixer-uppers for first-timers
The neighborhood attracts investors who are fixing the homes up for first-time homebuyers. “I sold a house there that was a three-bedroom, one bath, and by the time it was up for sale again, it had two-and-a-half bathrooms,” Ridley says. “A renovation usually includes a new roof, improved siding and up-to-date appliances.” Before renovation, prices usually cost below $125,000, while restored homes can sell between $130,000 and $250,000. Like other areas of Columbus, South Central Hilltop is a seller’s market, but with one caveat. “Especially if the renovations make it look like a new home, it will be gone in no time,” Ridley says. Thomas Hamrick, Realtor with Keller Williams Consultants Realty, grew up in Hilltop right next to South Central and recalls that the neighborhood’s housing diversity is what stands out. “It has single families, duplexes, even quadplexes. I had an agent on my team sell a 16-unit property over there. You don’t have that everywhere.” While walking along narrow sidewalks snugly set beside mature trees, buyers will see Craftsman-style, bungalow, traditional and Cape Cod homes.
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Sunshine-y days at Hilltonia
For a moment in the sunshine, the 9-1/2-acre Hilltonia Park has a good amount to offer within walking distance. There’s a small playground off to the side and a large field where youth football games are played. The park also has a non-lighted baseball diamond for an impromptu neighborhood game.
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Education in students’ backyards
Served by the Columbus City Schools, students who live in South Central Hilltop have their elementary and middle schools in their backyards. Most students can walk to Burroughs Elementary School and Hilltonia Middle School. Burroughs hosts events like Family Science Night to get parents involved in their children’s education. Briggs High School serves about 1000 students in grades nine through 12 and is about 1/2 a mile south of South Central Hilltop. All three schools have a C-minus rating from Niche.
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Interstates galore and straight shot downtown
South Central Hilltop has access to many different highways. The area is within 1-1/2 miles of I-70 and U.S. State Routes 62 and 40. I-270 is about 4 miles west, I-71 is 3-1/2 miles east and working professionals can be downtown in 4 miles. “You can just take Sullivant Avenue all the way down. It’s just a straight shot,” Hamrick says. Bus stops can be found along Sullivant Avenue, as well. For long-distance travel, locals can choose John Glenn Columbus International Airport 10 miles east or Rickenbacker International Airport 14 miles southeast.
Best fried catfish in Columbus
South Central Hilltop has one claim to fame when it comes to restaurants. Golden Fried Chicken and Fish has been dubbed by reviewers as serving the best fried catfish in Columbus, done in the true Southern style. This locally owned business is known for combo meals that come out steaming and well-seasoned. Less than 1/2 a mile down Eakin Road is Sports & Spirits, the neighborhood spot for a casual bite and a round of pool. Realtor Brian Bainbridge with CRT Realtors, who has sold all over Hilltop, also suggests a few eateries within 2 miles. He recommends D & E-Z-O’s Pizza for a slice, El Ranchito next door for Mexican fare and Ava’s Taste of The Caribbean on West Broad Street. Essentials can be found at Brookshire Foodliner on Eakin Road—one of three neighborhood grocery stores. Brookshire sells fruits, vegetables and meats, as well as non-perishable items. For a larger grocery store, Kroger at the Southwest Square Shopping Center is next to the neighborhood’s southeastern corner. If residents want more options, they head 3 miles west toward Interstate 270, where there is an extensive collection of commercial corridors, or 4 miles east into Downtown Columbus.
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Isabel Butler
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Yasmin Munoz
Yasmin Munoz
The Westwood Real Estate Co.
(866) 614-8789
51 Total Sales
2 in South Central Hilltop
$143K - $155K Price Range
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Letisha Parks
Letisha Parks
EXP Realty, LLC
(833) 991-4546
16 Total Sales
1 in South Central Hilltop
$160,000 Price
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Shannon Grimm
Shannon Grimm
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(740) 809-3123
210 Total Sales
1 in South Central Hilltop
$104,000 Price
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Chris Shea
Chris Shea
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 333-9577
122 Total Sales
1 in South Central Hilltop
$215,000 Price
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Michael Gunnarson
Michael Gunnarson
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(855) 954-4271
60 Total Sales
1 in South Central Hilltop
$145,000 Price
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Lawrence Gohring
Lawrence Gohring
MDC Realty Limited
(888) 373-9418
40 Total Sales
2 in South Central Hilltop
$250K - $254K Price Range
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
Westgate Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Wrexham Park
Hauntz Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Lindbergh Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Hilltonia Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Central Hilltop | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Central Hilltop Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Central Hilltop, Columbus sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in South Central Hilltop, Columbus over the last 12 months is $150,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$155,000
Median Sale Price
$150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$150,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,338
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,101
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,747
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,260
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$790 - $1,450 per month
- New Bridge Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 947 Forest Creek Dr E
- Columbus, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,311
Median Age
36
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,848
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,673
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%
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®
46
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Southwest Hilltop
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