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Johnstown

Johnstown

Located in Licking County

$481,444 Average Value
$281 Average Price per Sq Ft
39 Homes For Sale

New arrivals in historical Johnstown

Johnstown’s signature bell tower signals steady timelessness at the core of this small Licking County city. It’s home to several buildings dating back to its establishment in the early 1800s on the National Register of Historic Places. As interest in the city grows, outcroppings of brand-new subdivisions continue to pop up around the older homes and local businesses on Main Street. Rolling farmland and wooded lots extend beyond the city limits on the path to Columbus.

Main Street and the old Johnstown Courthouse are historic community centers in Johnstown.
Main Street and the old Johnstown Courthouse are historic community centers in Johnstown.
New subdivisions with large homes and modern conveniences have sprung up around Johnstown.
New subdivisions with large homes and modern conveniences have sprung up around Johnstown.
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How Johnstown businesses build community

Johnstown thrives through its local businesses, according to city native Scott Ashbrook. He established Alley Art Studios 13 years ago to meet a pressing need: children’s art classes, absent from nearby elementary and middle schools until very recently. “I teach the kids how to use all kinds of mediums and how to structure a piece and a project,” Ashbrook says. “Word of mouth is the best advertisement here. I have a few moms who just talk me up to their friends, and they make my business thrive. It’s a small-town atmosphere.”

The Main Street stretch is at the epicenter of the community, both physically and socially. Locals can catch up with each other while picking up their morning coffee at Leonard’s Coffee Roasting Co. and have their company dinners at the elegant Ghostwriter Public House. And like any small town, it has its local legends. “Villa Pizza is a hometown favorite of everybody,” says Ashbrook about Johnnies Villa Pizza, Johnstown’s local spot for a pie since 1973. “I know people who will go out of town and can’t find anything like it, so when they return, they say, ‘We have to get some Villa Pizza!’” Residents can shop big box at the Kroger on the southwest end or pick up fresh baked goods and deli meats and cheeses at Troyer’s Marketplace, a community grocery staple.

The historic commercial area of Johnstown is home to a multitude of unique small businesses.
The historic commercial area of Johnstown is home to a multitude of unique small businesses.
Leonard's Coffee Roasting is an independent coffee house in downtown Johnstown, Ohio.
Leonard's Coffee Roasting is an independent coffee house in downtown Johnstown, Ohio.
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A historic Opera House and events on Main Street

The historic Old Johnstown Courthouse is a meeting place for the community with an Opera House on the second floor. As one of only five remaining opera houses in Ohio, the room represents Johnstown’s deep communal roots and provides 325 seats worth of space for weddings, graduation ceremonies, auctions and more. An annual “I’ll be Home for Christmas” event and Tree Lighting Ceremony also takes place each year, setting the community aglow.

Main Street homes meet new developments

Homes in Johnstown follow a clear historical trajectory. Preservationists looking for a fixer-upper have Queen Anne Revival and American Foursquare homes built in the early-to-mid 1900s to choose from on the main stretch; prices range from $275,000 to $425,000. Split levels, ranch-styles and Cape Cods from the 1950s and 60s have been brought up to modern standards and sell for $350,000 to $460,000. For those who want brand-new everything, surrounding subdivisions with manicured lots and sleek Modern Craftsman homes are the city’s newest arrivals averaging $450,000.

Johnstown features numerous older homes in close walking distance to the downtown area.
Johnstown features numerous older homes in close walking distance to the downtown area.
New and spacious houses with modern amenities sit on the periphery of Johnstown.
New and spacious houses with modern amenities sit on the periphery of Johnstown.
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Schools in the Johnstown-Monroe School District

The Leafy Dell residential subdivision forms a ring around Johnstown Elementary School on the north end of the city, so some kids are literally steps away from its front doors. The school earns an A-minus from Niche. Johnstown-Monroe Middle School earns a B-plus and sits across a field from Johnstown-Monroe High School, the home of the Fighting Johnnies, which earns a B.

Johnstown-Monroe Elementary School serves primary school students in Johnstown and surroundings.
Johnstown-Monroe Elementary School serves primary school students in Johnstown and surroundings.
Local students attend Johnstown Middle School for grades 6-8.
Local students attend Johnstown Middle School for grades 6-8.
Older students finish their K-12 education at Johnstown High School.
Older students finish their K-12 education at Johnstown High School.
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Traversing the TJ Evans Bike Path or exploring Bigelow Park

Johnstown is a starting point for the 14.3-mile TJ Evans Bike Path that drops cyclists off in Newark, Ohio. Other green spaces break up the largely residential landscape with places to meet outside local shops and businesses, like Bigelow Park, which surrounds the Monroe Township Hall.

Getting from Johnstown to Columbus and beyond

While locals can make it through the Main Street shopping areas on foot, most residents own cars. U.S. Highway 62 and Ohio State route 37 intersect at Johnstown, leading to downtown Delaware to the northwest and Columbus to the southwest; both trips map out at about 25 miles. Visitors arrive at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport 20 miles away.

Downtown Columbus is about twenty five miles from Johnstown.
Downtown Columbus is about twenty five miles from Johnstown.
Johnstown residents can drive to John Glenn Columbus International Airport in about half an hour.
Johnstown residents can drive to John Glenn Columbus International Airport in about half an hour.
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Intel’s impact on the Johnstown community

The arrival of Intel’s “mega-site” data center just outside Johnstown has stirred up mixed feelings among residents. “We’re going through growing pains,” Ashbrook admits. “A lot of people don’t want change, but many are happy because businesses and restaurants are going to pick up as a result. I say embrace it and focus on the attention it draws to our city.”

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Johnstown Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$469,900
Median Sale Price
$436,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$385,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$334,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
146
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$281

Area Facts

Number of Homes
3,935
Number of Homes for Sale
39
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
3.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,950
On par with the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,879
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,916
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
787
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jan 11
    Open Sun 11AM - 1PM

    3043 Dutch Lane Rd NW, Johnstown, OH 43031

    $399,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,240 Sq Ft
    • 3043 Dutch Lane Rd NW
    • New 2 days ago

    Open house on Sunday, January 11th from 11-1. This beautiful four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath ranch with over 2200 sq feet of living space blends elegance and functionality. The home features granite countertops throughout the modern kitchen, an inviting open concept living area, and a dedicated office space for work or study. The master suite offers an en-suite full bath, and the additional

    Tyler Griffith RE/MAX Peak

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  • Saturday, Jan 10
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    676 Norfolk Ct Unit 35, Johnstown, OH 43031

    $319,500

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,642 Sq Ft
    • 676 Norfolk Ct
    • Unit 35

    OPEN HOUSE 1/10/26 Located at 'The Village at Concord Crossing,' in desirable Johnstown is in pristine condition! This Brick and vinyl sided end unit condominium features: Insulated Garage, Full Poured-Wall basement, Vaulted ceiling, Large open-concept Living and Dining room areas, Kitchen with Breakfast Island, Gas fireplace, Four-Seasons room, first floor laundry room and half bath. Master

    Mindy Back RE/MAX ONE

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  • Sunday, Jan 11
    Open Sun 2PM - 4PM

    3067 Johnstown Utica Rd, Johnstown, OH 43031

    $465,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,914 Sq Ft
    • 3067 Johnstown Utica Rd

    NEW PRICE • FRESH UPDATES • NEW PHOTOS Welcome to your 5-acre country escape with a seller-paid First American Home Warranty for added peace of mind. This property has just been refreshed with new paint, completed repairs, and all-new professional photos, making it easier than ever to envision yourself at home here. The interior feels bright, clean, and move-in ready. Inside, you'll find

    Stacy Tackett Keller Williams Consultants

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Johnstown Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,109
Median Age
41
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,375
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$90,121

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.2%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
32.7%
Advanced Degrees
9.7%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
14''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

47 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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