Millersburg offers small-town charm, and outdoor fun in Amish Country
The small town of Millersburg, located in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country, offers residents a historic downtown, plenty of single-family housing and easy access to outdoor entertainment. It is also within commuting distance of cities like New Philadelphia, Akron and Canton. “It's very small and rural [and] very family-oriented,” says Danielle Mathie, a Realtor with Kaufman Realty & Auctions and a Millersburg native. “The town itself is full of a lot of small shops; there are not a lot of large commercial businesses or large box stores. I think Walmart is the only one. We still have a local hardware store and a lot of small family-owned restaurants.”
A mix of older Victorians and new builds, fitting in multiple price ra
Home styles here range from older Victorians and Craftsmans to mid-century ranches and New Traditionals. While the median price is $259,000, lower than the national median, homes can start below $100,000 and reach over $950,000, depending on size, condition and location.
Homes closer to downtown are typically on gridded streets with small lots and lawns accented by oak trees. Options with larger lots are on the outskirts of downtown. Mathie says an HOA oversees some properties and notes the area has attracted “a nice mix of families and retirees” and commuters.
Parks, Trails and annual festivals give residents year-round fun
Deer Run Park features multiple amenities, including baseball diamonds, a disc golf course, basketball courts and a skate park. Clay Street Park has a playground and basketball courts. The Holmes County Trail runs along the community's western edge for over 20 miles and can be used by hikers, cyclists and horse-drawn buggies.
The public, 6,200-yard Fire Ridge Golf Course has been in the community since 1929. The Par 72 Black Diamond Golf Course, south of Millersburg, is open to the public and features the only Par 6 hole in the state.
The Holmes County Fair, held every August, features a rodeo, food stalls, a demolition derby and rides. The Holmes County Antique Festival, held downtown in October, features multiple vendors, a parade and live music.
Public school students attend the West Holmes Local School District
Students can attend the West Holmes Local School District, rated B-minus on Niche. They can start at B-rated Millersburg Elementary School and then had to West Holmes Middle School, graded B-minus. West Holmes High School earns a C and offers health science and manufacturing courses. A new elementary school is currently under construction.
Local dining and shopping downtown, with larger retail close by
Incorporated in 1835, this community has several historical buildings downtown, including the Holmes County Courthouse, which has earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places.
Restaurants are primarily on Jackson Street and Amish County Byway and feature a mix of chains and local spots. The Millersburg Brewing Company serves craft beer and burgers. McKelvey’s Pub offers salads, pizza and sandwiches. The Tavern at Hotel Millersburg has steaks, chicken dishes and soups.
Downtown has multiple boutique clothing and home goods stores. Larger grocery and big box stores, including Walmart and Rodhe’s IGA Marketplace, are south of downtown. Hershberger’s Farm and Bakery sells produce and baked goods. Wooster, 18 miles north, has more retail options.
Flooding and severe weather are possible in Millersburg
According to maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, flooding can occur on the western edge of the town and along creeks. Mathie says that severe weather and tornadoes are factors, but they are not common.
Highways connect to nearby cities and the Akron Canton Regional Airpor
Millersburg residents are car-dependent, as it has no public transit connections. U.S. Highway 62 runs southwest to Columbus and east to Canton and Interstate 77. Akron Canton Regional Airport is 46 miles northeast. Pomerene Hospital is north of downtown.
