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A small town atmosphere 10 miles from the capital
The southeast suburbs of Columbus are vast, but the communities of Obetz, Lockbourne and Hamilton Township offer a small-town atmosphere within a 10-mile radius of the state capital. “The region overall has a lot of history,” says Don Cary, a lifelong local Realtor and homebuilder. “You find that a lot of people who move here, stay here.” Between signature craft beer blends for the Obetz Zucchinifest and the historical canal system of Lockbourne, there’s certainly no shortage of quirks for residents to bask in.
Colorful trees & trims
From the classic American four-squares in Obetz to the historic homes of Lockbourne, southeastern residents rarely find a subdivision lacking colorful trees and trim. For between $200,000 and $400,000, ranch-style homes and split levels are dotted throughout the area, juxtaposing newer Craftsman builds and the occasional fixer-upper. “Affordable housing is more common in places like Obetz. It’s not a high-priced area,” Cary explains. “It’s a nice little community, and people like it that way.” Further north, developments like Greenhill Acres and Cambria supply bungalows and spacious vacant lots. Though most neighborhoods have sidewalks, those without still offer plenty of street parking and bike-friendly roads.
This is an example of a well maintained beautiful home in a Far South neighborhood.
This Far South Cape Cod style home is real jewel along this street.
This charming split level home is nestled in the Far South Community.
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Reaching the city next door
Downtown Columbus is only 7 miles north of Obetz and 14 from Lockbourne. Route 23, High Street, is a direct highway into the city, though Obetz residents may rely on I-270 to reach it. Route 104, Frank-Refugee Expressway, connects locals to Route 33 and I-71, leading north toward Columbus and south toward Canal Winchester and Grove City, respectively. The village of Lockbourne borders Rickenbacker International Airport, though John Glenn Columbus International Airport is just 15-20 miles north. GREAT (Groveport Rickenbacker Employee Access Transit) shuttle service provides free rides for employees traveling to nearby industrial parks. Otherwise, the area remains car-dependent.
Rickenbacker International Airport supports all types of aviation in the Far South Community.
Public transportation is readily available in the Far South neighborhood.
An aerial view of Rt. 23 and I 270 interchange in the Far South area.
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Greasy spoons and metro vans
With High Street and I-270 as the region’s main thoroughfares, plenty of shopping and dining options are scattered between Obetz, Lockbourne and the greater southeast area. Residents can find a Walmart, Kroger and Aldi just off the interstate. Commercial restaurants like Wingstop and Tim Horton’s are within a mile radius of the hub. Portside Café is a greasy spoon near Lockbourne with a small-town diner feel. And though Southeast is filled with pizza spots, locals can grab a slice piled with pepperonis at Possum Pizza in Obetz. Off Route 104, Mission Coffee Co. is a trendy warehouse-style coffee shop featuring an international metro van outside for photo ops.
Far South residents gather at the Portside Cafe for a great meal.
Far South friends gather everyday at Portside Cafe.
While in the Far South community visit Mission Coffee.
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Parks in every village
Lockbourne’s 2-mile Magnolia Trail in Locke Meadows Park is centuries old. A playground and basketball court accompany the trail, bordering the village’s intricate canal system. North, Hamilton Township Park provides access to Big Walnut Creek. A concession stand and pavilions for game guests accompany its fields, baseball diamond and playground. In Obetz, the Area 51 Disc Golf Course covers 31 acres with 18 holes. And off Obetz Road, the Scioto Southland Community Center provides everything from mobile produce markets to sports and fitness camps for kids. Closer to Route 104, the Marion Franklin Community Rec Center has pickleball courts and a swimming pool.
The Marion Franklin Rec Center offers programs for the entire family in Far South.
This plaque explains the history of the Erie Canal to Far South residents.
Hamilton Township Park is a great place for the entire Far South family to gather.
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Hamilton Local Schools
Students in Obetz and Lockbourne attend Hamilton Local Schools, nestled within the greater Hamilton Township. “Hamilton schools are a pretty good district,” Cary says. “It’s one of the reasons people move to the area.” Kindergartners through third graders attend Hamilton Elementary School. Annual math challenges are offered to all grades, with prizes for successful students. Hamilton Intermediate School enrolls grades 4-6, and both schools earn a B on Niche. Hamilton Middle School covers seventh and eighth grade. Students wrap up at Hamilton Township High School, which provides a dual enrollment program. Both schools also receive a B- rating on Niche.
High school students in the Far South area attend Hamilton Township High School.
Middle Schooler's in Far South attend Hamilton Middle School.
Grade Schooler's in Far South attend Hamilton Elementary School.
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A song for zucchini
Obetz Zucchinifest is no joke, and Cary knows that. “I wrote a song about the zucchini festival once,” he says. “It’s their thing!” Between live music, wrestling matches, magic shows and zucchini-infused beer, locals go wild just in time for the harvest. In the off-season, South Drive-In Theater is a neat little spot playing the latest feature films for residents of all ages. And Fortress Obetz is an entertainment sports complex complete with a 6,500+ seat grandstand, state-of-the-art video boards and lively music events. Around the holidays, Bedford Falls Christmas Tree Farm is a Lockbourne gem where folks can cut their own trees.
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On average, homes in Obetz-Lockbourne, Lockbourne sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Obetz-Lockbourne, Lockbourne over the last 12 months is $229,900, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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