Downtown
The downtown area, situated at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers, is marked by a growing number of modern skyscrapers that surround such landmarks as the plain-faced statehouse, the ornate Ohio Theatre, the stately Rhodes Tower and the quaint brick streets of German Village. The city’s south side is closer to the hill country that dominates the state’s southeastern landscape. Another well-known local institution is the Columbus Zoo; one of the nation’s most acclaimed.
German Village
To the south you will find German Village with quaint brick streets and homes make this pedestrian-friendly community attractive to anyone seeking urban living. Just south of downtown, German Village is the perfect choice for professionals working in the heart of the city.
Once an urban renewal project, residents persuaded Columbus City Council in the 1960s to create the German Village Historical District. German Village is the largest privately-funded historical area in the U.S. The 233-acres, 19th century German community has 1,600 private residences and 100 shops and restaurants.
Short North
A little more than 10 years ago this area was not much more than a few shops and a little housing. Today, the Short North is alive and well and bustling with residents, art galleries, shops and restaurants. The revitalization of this area–just north of downtown-Columbus has made it a desirable and eclectic neighborhood for urban living. The first Saturday of each month has turned into a Columbus ritual. The Gallery Hop welcomes visitors to the area as the galleries open their doors for viewing and entertaining. Street musicians mix with the crowds and this monthly event takes on its own personality each time.
If you prefer a quieter Short North visit, the North Market offers the open-air feel of fresh produce, appetizing food offerings and fresh-cut flowers under one roof. The market is a Saturday morning tradition for many with breakfast at Frank’s Diner.
Victorian Village
This area just northwest of downtown, is full of large Victorian era homes that have been renovated. For an interesting afternoon walk, explore Victorian Village’s tree-lined streets and its many colorfully painted houses. In the middle of the neighborhood is beautiful Goodale Park which is perfect for walks and runs and hosts community events.
Italian Village
Italian Village is just east of High Street with single family homes in a moderate price range. Because of its location, close to the Short North activity, the area is popular among young professionals.
Clintonville
Built in the 1920s, Clintonville is a great family neighborhood. It is located just north of The Ohio State University and is surrounded by many parks. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles– from brick ranches to elegant two-stories–with plenty of quiet streets for evening walks.
Olde Town East
The Olde Town East area is experiencing a rebirth of sorts as urban dwellers look for another area of town to call home by renovating some of Columbus’s oldest homes. The neighborhood is located just east of downtown with large homes ready for any handy man. If you’re not interested in sweating on your days off, there are many homes already restored to their late 19th or early 20th century splendor.
Berwick
Good values in a desirable residential neighborhood lead home buyers to Berwick. Located east of downtown and just south of Bexley and Capital University, the area offers homes built primarily in the early 1950’s. Berwick is convenient to downtown, but also enjoys the amenities of nearby Bexley’s shopping, recreation and cultural activities.
Franklinton
On the immediate west side of downtown, Franklinton borders one the hottest development areas in the city—the downtown riverfront. Franklinton is sometimes known as “the Bottoms.” It gets its colorful nickname due to the fact that much of the land lies below the level of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers, and a floodwall is required to contain the rivers and protect the area from devastating floods. Franklinton is a historic neighborhood that offers commuters affordable housing, access to downtown points of interest such as Veteran’s Memorial and the new COSI, and eclectic dining with restaurants such as Phillip’s Original Coney Island, Tommy’s Diner and the Spaghetti Warehouse. Franklinton is home to artisans and sculptures, features many historic cemeteries and retains its small town roots with its annual Jubilee and several parades.
Greater Linden
Ideally located at the very center of the Greater Columbus metropolitan area, Greater Linden is home to the Ohio State Fair, the Ohio Historical Center, and the Columbus Crew soccer stadium. It combines ready transportation access, a profitable residential market, an industrious workforce, and outstanding incentives for business. The Four Corners project at the corner of Cleveland and Eleventh Avenues serves as a national model for urban revitalization. COTA’s flagship transit center combined with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority’s new headquarters serves as a gateway to growth, a gateway to prosperity, and most of all a gateway to Greater Linden.
Ohio State University Campus
The OSU Campus area is populated by a high concentration of students during the school year (approximately 35,000 undergraduate students and 15,000 graduate students for a total of 50,000 students) and features many old homes which have been converted to apartments for student use. The stretch of High Street that runs through the campus area caters to the student body with its abundance of dive bars, sandwich shops, and bookstores.
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