With over 35,000 residents, Gahanna is one of Columbus's largest first-ring suburbs. Known for its convenient location, highly ranked schools and overall quality of life, many homeowners are attracted to it specifically because of its neighborly connections. "There's a lot of growth coming in," says Re/Max broker Tina Wedebrook. "But despite all that, you still know your neighbors." This attitude leads people to settle down in the area. "It's a diverse community in every sense of the word," says Laurie Jadwin, mayor of Gahanna since 2020. "You have older generations who live right next to people who just moved in."
With over 35,000 residents, Gahanna is one of Columbus's largest first-ring suburbs.
Gahanna_Havens Corners is an urban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio.
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Tudor-Revivals in Rathburn Woods
The median price for real estate in Gahanna is in the mid-$300,000s, lower than the national median in the low $400,000s. Two-story contemporary and midcentury ranch-style houses are popular in Gahanna-Havens Corners , while Rathburn Woods is known for Colonial and Tudor-Revival styles. Cherry Bottom is known for two-story homes built in the late 20th century.
Most locals commute to Columbus or New Albany for work, says Wedebrook. "But we're bringing in our own job industry with companies like Orthopedic One," she says. "We don't have the bigger corporations here yet, but we're so close." The industrial sector and the Gahanna-Jefferson school district are other significant job creators in the area.
A Tudor style home in gahanna features a well-manicured front lawn.
A traditional two-story home in Gahanna_Havens Corners features an attached two-car garage.
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Theatre and football at Lincoln High School
Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools has a grade of A-minus from Niche, which also considers it one of the top 10 school districts in the Columbus area. In addition to a successful athletics department, Lincoln High School is particularly well known for its work in the arts. "They have an incredible theatre program — it's just exceptional," says Jadwin. "Their football team is popular, too — we've had several players go on to the NFL." The high school's student news station has won several local Emmys—the most of any school in Ohio. "Honestly, they're better than a lot of professional TV stations I've watched," says Jadwin. A new high school is under construction and should be finished in 2026.
Lincoln High School in Gahanna, Ohio is rated A by Niche.
Lincoln High School in Gahanna, Ohio features a football stadium.
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Community gardens and arboretums
The city has nearly 800 acres of green space and public facilities. Creekside Park is home to an arboretum, and the Geroux Herb Garden features several picturesque plots dedicated to different species of aromatic plants. Hannah Park has a community garden, athletic fields and an enclosed shelter for use year-round. "We've celebrated the Gahanna Easter Egg Hunt during snow storms and freezing rain — just close the doors and make a fire in the fireplace," says Westbrook.
A Community Garden is located at Friendship Park in Gahanna, Ohio.
The residents of Gahanna enjoy walking in Creekside Park located in the downtown area.
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Herb Day celebrated every spring
Gahanna has a steady stream of celebrations throughout the year. "There's always something going on," says Westbrook. "A lot of family-friendly events, especially during the holidays." Known as "the greenest day of the year," Herb Day is an annual city event that brings a fragrant variety of flora-based vendors, local artists and an all-day plant sale. Other popular annual events are the summer Cinema Under the Stars, the Hops and Vine Festival and the Treelighting Ceremony at Creekside.
Tons of wild flowers can be spotted throughout Gahanna Woods Park in Gahanna_
Local artists perform at Creekside Park, Gahanna, Ohio.
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Shopping in the Creekside District
In addition to being a natural gathering space, the Creekside District is a mixed-use development featuring restaurants, retail, apartments and office space. "It's the heart of downtown," says Jadwin. "The designated outdoor refreshment area is popular."
Cold Stone Creamery is located at Creekside, Gahanna in the Gahanna-Havens Corners neighborhood.
Nostalgia Brewery offers in Gahanna-Havens Corners offers unique craft beers and cocktails.
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Short commutes for work
Interstate 270 and Route 62 are the main highways in Gahanna, providing a commute to downtown Columbus that's less than 9 miles. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is tucked against the city's southwestern border and sees 150 daily departing flights. Central Ohio Transit Authority provides public transportation with extensive bus routes throughout the region.
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Interstate 270 and Route 62 are the main highways in Gahanna, providing a commute to downtown Columbus that's less than 9 miles. John Glenn Columbus International Airport is tucked against the city's southwestern border and sees 150 daily departing flights. Central Ohio Transit Authority provides public transportation with extensive bus routes throughout the region.
On average, homes in Gahanna, OH sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Gahanna, OH over the last 12 months is $299,000, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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