Founded in the mid-1800s, the village of New Albany would maintain fewer than 500 residents until the 1990s, when the population exploded due to industrial expansion. Today, residents hover around 11,000 as a thriving tech market puts down roots in the Central Ohio soil. But many say there's more to New Albany than being the Silicon Valley of the Midwest. "Sure, the tech industry brings in a lot of people," says Marci Press, owner of Home Central Realty. "But the housing is beautiful, the schools are outstanding and the community is robust. New Albany is a gem all on its own."
New Albany is known colloquially as, "The Silicon Valley of the Midwest."
Downtown New Albany is a great place to go on a afternoon stroll and do some window shopping.
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Upscale 21-century housing
The median market price for real estate in New Albany is in the low $600,000s, higher than the national median in the low $400,000s. "A lot of these houses aren't going to interest first-time homebuyers," says Press. "The price makes them more of a choice for people moving up." Taxes are also higher, she says, though that might be more a feature than a bug. "People are happy to pay them," Press says. "Because with the schools, the amenities—they're getting what they pay for." Communities like Fodor are known for upscale luxury housing, while Upper Clarenton features midcentury-style homes from the 1960s and '70s.
The tech industry is the center of New Albany's job market, including data centers from Google, Amazon and Meta. Intel is constructing a $20 billion chip facility that will employ around 3,000 people when it's finished at the end of 2026. Retail and distribution is also a major industry, as New Albany is home to Abercrombie and Fitch’s head offices and distribution center. Bath & Body Works also has its headquarters and distribution centers just south. Mount Carmel New Albany is a surgery-centered specialty hospital that employs over 300 residents, and offers 24-hour emergency care.
Sleek modern homes are available in some of New Albany's newer subdivisions.
Gorgeous single family homes are sprinkled throughout New Albany.
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New Albany Founders Day every May
Local cultural highlights include the historic Ealy House, the McCoy Center for the Arts and the New Albany Symphony Orchestra. In 2023, New Albany's Little League Team was the first in Central Ohio to make it to the Little League World Series. Every May brings New Albany Founders Day, one of the city's longest-running traditions. First celebrated in 1976, the holiday culminates in food, live music, a parade and the New Albany's Best Awards, honoring local businesses.
Top-ranked public schools
The New Albany-Plain Local School District has an A-plus from Niche, which considers it one of the best school districts in Ohio. A $135 million bond was approved in 2024 to pay for a new elementary school and upgrades for the district's five current schools. "You can compare New Albany High School to a college campus," says Press. "When they first constructed it, we were in awe. What a great place to send your kids."
New Albany educational campus is one of the largest K-12 educational institutions.
New Albany High School sports team is 'The Eagles'.
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The largest pickleball facility in Ohio
New Albany's Department of Parks and Recreation oversees more than 2,000 acres of public parks, facilities and greenspace. Swickard Woods Nature Preserve features an arboretum with dozens of species of trees and foliage. Rose Run Park has the scenic Marx Library Garden, while Bevelhymer Park is home to central Ohio's largest outdoor pickleball network.
Rocky Fork Metro Park is located off of E. Walnut Street in New Albany.
Bevelhymer Park in New Albany is home to central Ohio's largest outdoor pickleball network.
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Shopping at Easton Town Center
Several locally owned and regional restaurants fill the city's western section, but most shopping is out of town. Fortunately, Ohio retail mainstays like the Easton Town Center are nearby. "It's just 15 minutes from New Albany, and anything you want is there," says Press. "They've got everything from wings to luxury jewelry."
Find all the fresh produce at Giant Eagle Market District near New Albany.
Located 15 minutes from New Albany, Easton is the largest shopping area in Columbus, Ohio.
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Direct access to Columbus
State Route 161 and U.S. Route 62 intersect in New Albany, offering direct access to Columbus, 15 miles southwest. Central Ohio Transit Author provides public transportation with stops in the city. The John Glenn Columbus International Airport is just over 10 miles southwest and has around 150 daily flights that travel worldwide. The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center provides round-the-clock Level 1 trauma care in Columbus, generally a half-hour drive.
Important to know
According to FBI statistics, New Albany's per capita violent and property-related crime rates are lower than national and Ohio averages. New Albany has warm, humid summers and cold, icy winters. Its average annual snowfall is 19 inches, lower than the Ohio average.
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