South Linden
Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43211
Neighborhood Reviews
Small renovated homes at accessible price points
A plethora of 720- to 815-square-foot shotgun and bungalow homes line the streets of South Linden. Larger options include American Foursquares and duplexes with gambrel roofing. Because the area dates back to 1908, the two- to three-bedroom homes have been developed over more than a century. “There have been a lot of flips and renovations in that area, and new construction has started to pop up, too,” says Hamrick. “The highest price you’re going to see in South Linden is around $180,000, and the houses that have not been renovated can fall closer to $100,000, which is unheard of in the Columbus market.” The homes are densely packed with small, shallow yards. Driveways line the sides of the properties, but on-street parking is still common.
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Transit center links locals to downtown Columbus
The Linden Transit Center at the area's southern end was built in 1999 and was the first bus stop to serve South Linden. The space also provides childcare, an ATM and information riders may need to use the Central Ohio Transit Authority, or COTA. While the area is primarily car-dependent, multiple bus stops along Cleveland Avenue, Hamilton Avenue and McGuffey Road connect locals to downtown Columbus, Ohio State University and its medical center, each within 4.5 miles of the area. South Linden’s proximity to I-71 also allows residents to reach John Glenn Columbus International Airport, less than 6 miles away.Columbus City STEM school within walking distance
Public school students in South Linden are zoned for Columbus City Schools. Students living on the neighborhood's northern end are within walking distance of Linden-McKinley STEM Academy, which serves seventh through 12th grades and has a D-plus from Niche. The school offers three career-tech certification programs focused on engineering and robotics. Other options in the area include Como Elementary, which earned a C-minus from Niche. Dominion Middle School received a C rating, while nearby Whetstone High School earned a C-plus.
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Food pantry provide fresh produce to locals
When the neighborhood’s grocery store went vacant, it was transformed into Linden Fresh Food Market. While the market isn't a full-service grocery store, the food pantry does offer fresh produce and a free pharmacy. Locals can also make the nearly 2-mile trip to ALDI, which sits on the other side of I-71. Cleveland Avenue is the main commercial strip in South Linden, with shops, corner markets and restaurants. While unassuming on the outside, regulars frequently return to Yin Yue for its authentic Chinese dishes. Ena’s Caribbean Kitchen attracted the attention of famous chef Guy Fieri with its jerk chicken. The local staple was featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2017. Residents also frequent the eatery for its oxtail and red snapper platters.Revamped community centers and plans for expansive trail
Locals can take advantage of the playground, boxing center and weight room at Douglas Community Center. During the summer, the pool gets packed with people of all ages. “There’s also a plan that’s moving forward to build the Linden Green Line near that community center,” says Hamrick. “The plan is for it to stretch around 7 miles along an old abandoned railroad.” The linear park will only be about 80 feet wide but will allow locals to stretch their legs and enjoy other parts of the city. Linden Community Center in North Linden reopened in 2021 at nearly double the size of the building it replaced. The $20 million project was part of the One Linden Community Plan. The recreation hub spanning 55,000 square feet features an indoor basketball court, fitness room and elevated walking track. The neighborhood does not have a grocery store, so to supplement that, a mobile farmers market called the Veggie Van visits the community center each Thursday to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to residents. An outdoor park adjacent to the center offers a playground for kids in the area, tennis courts, a walking path and a fish-stocked pond.
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South Linden bordered by Ohio Fairgrounds
South Linden is bordered to the east by one of the city’s mightiest attractions: the Ohio Expo Center & State Fair. With Ferris wheels, funnel cakes, rides and attractions, it’s one of the largest state fairs in the country. It’s typically held in July and August and draws nearly 1 million people annually.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angela Kamanga
Angela Kamanga
Coldwell Banker Realty
(380) 800-6734
64 Total Sales
1 in South Linden
$175,000 Price
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Shannon Grimm
Shannon Grimm
Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs
(740) 809-3123
211 Total Sales
3 in South Linden
$61K - $158K Price Range
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Chantel Holmes
Chantel Holmes
Responds QuicklyDi Lusso Real Estate
(443) 222-1398
6 Total Sales
1 in South Linden
$185,000 Price
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Chris Shea
Chris Shea
Keller Williams Consultants
(380) 333-9577
113 Total Sales
1 in South Linden
$190,000 Price
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Don Shaffer
Don Shaffer
Howard HannaRealEstateServices
(380) 800-5848
769 Total Sales
1 in South Linden
$92,500 Price
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Antonio D'Alberto
Antonio D'Alberto
Access More Realty
(844) 450-6731
28 Total Sales
6 in South Linden
$68K - $240K Price Range
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Maloney Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Maynard & Summit Park
- Playground
Natural Resources Park
Linden Park and Community Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Windsor Park
- Basketball
- Pool
- Playground
New Beginnings Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Brentnell Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/30/2014
Niche Review
No night life out here, just a hole in the wall bar down the street.
7/4/2014
Niche Review
Its a rough area for columbus ohio
10/30/2014
Niche Review
Mostly auto shops in the area, a few gas stations.
10/30/2014
Niche Review
I shop a lot at Family Dollar for household items.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Linden | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Linden Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Linden, Columbus sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in South Linden, Columbus over the last 12 months is $150,000, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$165,000
Median Sale Price
$150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$153,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$147,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
144
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,675
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,057
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,909
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Saturday, May 101 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,295
Median Age
32
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,237
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
% Population in Labor Force
55.7%
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®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41
/ 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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