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Farmhouses or homes on large lots are the standard housing style in Trenton.
What living in the rural outskirts of Columbus feels like
Set in the rural outskirts of the Columbus metro area, Trenton Township is home to about 2,200 residents. Quiet and rustic, it’s the kind of place that attracts homeowners looking for large plots of land to go with their modern homes or hobby farms. Mostly without traditional subdivisions, neighbors are connected by long stretches of country road and countless acres of woods. You’ll be a little farther from big-box stores or job centers than you would in the suburbs, but it’s a trade many are willing to make for privacy and lots of green space.
How fire, EMS and law enforcement serve this rural community
Despite being so deep in the country, locals can expect several reliable public services:
Emergency Medical Services are provided by Delaware County, and the OhioHealth Westerville Medical Campus is about 11 miles away.
Fire protection services are handled by the Berkshire Township, City of Sunbury, Trenton Township and Village of Galena Fire District, which has a station about 6 miles away.
Law Enforcement comes from the Delaware County Sheriff's Office.
The homes you can buy in Trenton
Here, it’s common to find homes sitting on an acre or more, making Trenton popular with nature lovers, amateur farmers and anyone who just enjoys their privacy. “If you want more elbow room, then this is the place for you,” says Derrick Smith, a Realtor with KW Commercial Classic Properties. Many colonial and farmhouse-style places go all the way back to the 1800s, and these classics tend to sell between the high $100,000s and the mid-$300,000s, depending on renovations. Midcentury homes typically run from the high $200,000s to the low $700,000s. But Smith says lately people are coming out for sprawling contemporary homes, sometimes featuring 5 acres or more. “This is where you’re entering into a lot of cool, new-built territory,” he says. “There are lots as big as you’d like – way bigger than places closer to Columbus.” These homes usually sell between the low $800,000s and the high $900,000s.
The median price for a home in Trenton is in the high $500,000s, higher than the neighboring suburban community of Sunbury, but comparable to Harlem, another rural township about 7 miles down the road. The township’s zoning laws help keep the area feeling like the country, so you don’t have to worry about a bunch of big-box stores opening across the street.
North of the Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club, one finds recently constructed large homes.
Traditional subdivisions exist, but are very rare.
21st century homes are gaining the most attention.
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Souders Elementary School serves grade school students in Trenton and surrounding areas.
Highly rated Big Walnut schools serve local students
Students here attend the highly rated Big Walnut Local School District, which Niche calls one of the best in Delaware County. In 2025, the school board voted to get rid of student and extracurricular fees, saving families some money. School choice mostly comes down to open enrollment, meaning families can request a spot in another building or even another district if there’s room.
This far out, public transit just doesn't exist.
What you can expect for your daily commute
A commute to Columbus from Trenton will take about half an hour, depending on traffic. The capital is around 28 miles away, while the tech jobs in New Albany are 12 miles away. You won’t find public transit out here, so most workers will need a car.
Living in the country means more privacy and quiet.
Outdoor activities include hiking, biking and golf
Hiking and biking are very popular in the area, and the Ohio to Erie Trail gets a lot of local attention. With over 320 miles from the Ohio River to Lake Erie, this scenic route heads through cities, wilderness and everything in between. People go to Char-Mar Ridge Park in Westerville for 128 acres of birdwatching, nature walking and cross-country skiing. The Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club is a private club with 18 holes, a restaurant and a golf simulator.
Trenton area residents are only a few miles away from the Kroger grocery store in Sunbury, OH.
Where locals shop and dine
Most shopping is done in Sunbury, which has some familiar options like Kroger, Ace Hardware and Tractor Supply. SURVE is a popular locally owned restaurant that serves scratch-made comfort food like burgers, deviled eggs and cheese curds.
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Crime and Safety
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Trenton
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
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4
Crime Score
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Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Trenton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Trenton, Columbus sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Trenton, Columbus over the last 12 months is $565,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Absolutely stunning 11-acre farmstead in the Big Walnut School District, offering the perfect blend of country living and modern comfort. Overlooking a beautifully manicured and stocked pond with stone banks, this one-of-a-kind property includes everything from a working farm setup to wooded riding trails, open pasture, and outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and entertaining. The front half
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