$544,810Average Value$268Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Retreat from the hustle and bustle
A little more than 30 miles northeast of downtown Columbus is a place where the views go on forever. That’s because there’s a lot of open space, and many homes have multiple acres to enjoy that view. “It’s a deeply rural area, but it’s growing,” says Jeff Gongwer, a Broker/Owner with RE/MAX Affiliates with about 15 years of experience. “There are starting to be more modern homes being built and sold for about $1 million, but they still have 5 to 10 acres of land.”
Porter is a rural area northeast of Columbus, OH.
Porter is a rural area northeast of Columbus consisting of farmland and large-lot homes.
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Old and new homes with land
While there are plots of land for sale where a house could eventually be, there are also homes with multiple acres in Porter Township. A Craftsman-style house built in 2021 sits on 5 acres with four bedrooms and three garage spaces, and an 1874 farmhouse is on two acres with baseboard heat and hardwood floors. The older home is in the lower range of prices in Porter Township at close to $400,000, and the more modern home is worth $700,000. A 1973 ranch-style house with nearly 2,000 square feet and over 19 acres is just above $600,000.
Some homes in Porter sit on large lots or farmland and have contemporary amenities.
A rural area such as Porter is ideal for people looking for country living and wide open spaces.
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1874 water crossing
Chambers Road runs between State Route 61 and 656, and in the middle of that route is the Chambers Road Covered Bridge, completed in 1874 and the only one of its kind in Delaware County, though they used to be more popular. The county, at one time, had 60. “It’s a tourist attraction. Everybody likes to get pictures of it, which is cool,” Gongwer says. The bridge has never been painted, and portions of the wood siding have come off.
The Chambers Road Covered Bridge in Porter spans the Big Walnut Creek.
Porter is a rural community east of Sunbury, Ohio.
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Preserving nature where three counties come together
Delaware, Licking and Knox counties converge in the area where the 40 acres of Newell Recreation Preserve is located. Most of the acreage is wetlands, but there’s also a native plant prairie. The preserve provides educational opportunities regarding the native people who lived in the area and what helped to sustain human life. The Ohio-to-Erie trail runs through the park, a small portion of the over 300-mile trail that links the Ohio River in Cincinnati to Lake Erie in Cleveland. Open from April to October; the Sunbury/Columbus North KOA allows RV or tent camping or staying at a cabin with a full bath and shower and a nearby laundry room.
A KOA campground is available in the northwest area of Porter in Ohio.
A KOA campground is available in Porter for travelers and locals alike.
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Farming and agriculture are the predominant land uses in the Porter area northeast of Columbus.
Converging school districts
Depending on location in Porter Township, kids could attend one of three school districts. A small portion of the north section could attend the Highland Local School District, with a B-minus overall Niche grade. Eastern portions of the township may attend schools as part of the Centerburg Local District, getting a B grade overall. Most could attend Big Walnut Local School District classes, rated a solid B. General Rosencrans Elementary School has a 19-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio and a B grade on Niche. Students at the B-plus-rated Big Walnut Middle School can earn high school and college credits as early as seventh grade. Big Walnut High School is the only high school in the district, home to the 2023 state cheerleading champions. The school is rated a B overall
The Kroger grocery store in Sunbury is a few minutes' drive away for Porter residents.
Six miles from Sunbury
There are many locally owned restaurants in Sunbury, a 10-minute drive from most places in Porter Township. The Sunbury Grill is open for breakfast and brunch Thursday through Sunday with typical diner fare. The home fries and the old-time ambiance get great reviews. Surve provides fresh food where a portion of the restaurant is where you can order at a counter and staff brings the food to you. The other part is a traditional sit at a table and order. Kroger has an entrance off Cherry Street. On-site, there’s a gas station and inside the store, there’s a Starbucks and a pharmacy.
Large-lot homes and farmland comprise the majority space in Porter, northeast of Columbus.
Rides on demand
Since Porter Township is located entirely in Delaware County, residents can schedule a ride through the Delaware County Transit system. Rides can be arranged up to two weeks in advance by phone or online. The destination can be anywhere within Delaware County. The nearest hospital is the OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital in the city of Delaware.
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Parks in this Area
J.R. Smith Park
Ruffner Park
Memorial Park
Centerburg Park
Transit
Airport
John Glenn Columbus International
44 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Porter
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Porter, Sunbury sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Porter, Sunbury over the last 12 months is $628,733, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Country living at its best in this timeless 1901 brick farmhouse. 3 bedroom, 1 bath. This home offers antique woodwork, exposed brick interior walls & rustic charm. Enjoy peaceful mornings & amazing sunsets on the deck with stunning countryside views. 2 car oversized detached garage, & a classic barn on 5+ acres has plenty of space for gardening & animals. Own a piece of history in a serene rural
0 Plantation Rd approx. 81 acres subject to final survey having 2127 feet of frontage on Plantation Rd wooded area at the rear and Big walnut Creek balance of the property is tillable farm ground. Would be a great executive estate or possible lot split for a developer. Many possibilities with this property Big Walnut Schools, Delco Water at the road. 6 miles North of 71 and Tanger Outlet Mall, 18
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,030
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$106,349
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,955
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.7%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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