$329,136Average Value$212Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Attractive to first-time homebuyers
Summerwood offers multi-family and single-family housing on the outer belt of Columbus. "People are drawn to Summerwood for its housing affordability, schools and convenience," says Realtor James Roehrenbeck, who sells homes in the neighborhood with RE/MAX Town Center. The "outer belt" refers to Interstate 270, which surrounds the city. The neighborhood is attractive to first-time homebuyers in search of a thriving metropolitan area. "Columbus is very unique for a midwestern city," Roehrenbeck says. "There is a lot of growth and a lot of young professionals, but the inventory is low."
Summerwood is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio.
Colonial inspired homes are very popular in the Summerwood neighborhood.
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Multi and single-family home options
Most of the neighborhood's houses and condos sell for between $200,000 and $450,000. About 55% of residents own their properties. Homebuyers can purchase condos built in the 1970s for between $215,000 and $250,000, and 1980s ranch-style houses sell for between $250,000 and $320,000. Multi-family 1980s houses are valued at between $230,000 and $430,000. And homebuyers can purchase contemporary-style single-family homes for between $350,000 and $430,000.
A Tudor style home in Summerwood features a well-manicured lawn.
Smaller houses in Summerwood sell for between $250,000 and $320,000.
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An abundance of greenspaces
Locals play basketball, walk paved paths and hold picnics at Woodbridge Green Park. Parents take their children to the playground at Olde Sawmill Park. Many residents spend hours each week unwinding on Brookside Golf & Country Club's fairways. Residents travel 6 miles to Highbanks Metro Park. The 1,200-acre greenspace offers miles of dog walking, skiing and biking trails cutting through meadows, wetlands and sycamore stands. Visitors fish in the Olentangy River while their children have fun on the playgrounds. At the park, children take summer camps that teach hiking, camping and fishing.
Old Sawmill Park near Summerwood features a large playground and lots of open space.
The residents of Summerwood neighborhood maintain beautiful landscaping.
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Highly rated public schools
Children often begin their educations at Granby Elementary School, which has a 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio. McCord Middle School students are 65% proficient in math and 71% in reading. Teens usually move on to Worthington Kilbourne High School, which has a 90% graduation rate and offers a selection of Advanced Placement classes. All three schools have A-minus Niche ratings. Ohio State University is about 9 ½ miles south of Summerwood.
McCord Middle School serves the children in grades 6-8.
Worthington Kilbourne High School is rated A- by Niche.
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Most homes in the Summerwood neighborhood were built in the 1980s.
College football and an Irish festival
The AMC theater is 2-½ miles away. At Throw Nation, people launch axes at wooden bullseyes. Residents travel 11 miles south to watch Ohio State's football team face off against other Big 10 Conference rivals at Ohio Stadium, which has a capacity of over 100,000 people. Dublin Village hosts the annual Dublin Irish Festival about 6 miles west of Summerwood. The three-day event draws thousands of visitors with music from the old country, whisky tastings, strongman competitions and more.
Getting around central Ohio
Interstate 270 runs to Summerwood's south. The interstate produces a considerable amount of noise for people living near it. "The interstate makes it easy to access anywhere in central Ohio," Roehrenbeck says. The Central Ohio Transit Authority operates bus stops along Smoky Row Road. People travel 14-½ miles south to Downtown Columbus via Ohio State Route 315. The community's streets are lined with sidewalks, allowing for strolls. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is about 17-½ miles southeast via Interstate 270. The Ohio State University Airport is 6 miles south of Summerwood. "The college's airport has no effect on Summerwood," Roehrenbeck says.
Throughout Summerwood there are several COTA bus routes.
The residents of Summerwood neighborhood has an easy access to the Interstate 270.
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Chain retail and local dining
The northeast end of the community offers several shopping and dining options. Laguna Mexican Grill & Ice Cream serves street food classics like chicharron and esquites and shaved ice desserts. W.g. Grinders is known for its pasta, stromboli and gourmet soups. Chubby's Sports Grill serves bar food and draft beer. The Arabian Market sells Middle Eastern cooking ingredients. A Dollar General is nearby. There is also a collection of restaurants east of the community. These franchises include Olive Garden, IHOP and McDonald's. Kroger and Walmart are immediately east as well. People travel 3 miles southwest to the Festival Centre, which has stores like Target, Michaels, Barnes & Noble and Burlington.
Burlington, Target and many other stores are located 3 miles southwest from Summerwood.
Laguna is a popular casual Mexican restaurant located in Smokey Run Center in Summerwood.
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Parks in this Area
Woodbridge Green Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Olde Sawmill Park
Perry Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Playground
Sawmill State Wildlife Education Area
Emerald Fields
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Brookside Woods Park
Hard Road Park
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
27 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Summerwood
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
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Summerwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Summerwood, Columbus sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Summerwood, Columbus over the last 12 months is $359,500, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome home to this spacious 4-level split located in the highly sought-after Dublin School District, with the added benefit of Columbus taxes! The living and dining rooms showcase beautiful hardwood flooring, while the eat-in kitchen opens to a deck that overlooks the backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. You'll love the abundant living space offered by both the family room and the
Rare opportunity in desirable Foxboro Village to enjoy Dublin schools and Columbus taxes. This home features 4 finished levels with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, with a classic brick and stucco exterior, and sits on a quarter acre lot with a cedar privacy fence surrounding the private back yard with paver patio. Extra large 2.5 car side load garage is heated and cooled. Inside the formal
Welcome to one of the most affordable condo communities in all of Worthington Schools. Tucked away in the back of the neighborhood, you are welcomed with gorgeous wrought iron fencing surround, lovely landscaping and a freshly repaved parking area. Upon entry, you will immediately notice the open and bright floor plan. Recently renovated with very tasteful finishes, there is nothing to do but to
Fully furnished entire townhouse available! This spacious, updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home features a fenced-in patio and is conveniently located between Dublin and Worthington.The finished basement offers flexibility as a third bedroom or home office. Additional amenities include a laundry area, a comfortable living room, a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for your
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,792
Median Age
36
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,277
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,862
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.9%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
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®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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