Established in 1906 to house a growing middle class, Waverly Terrace was the first planned subdivision in Columbus. This 45-acre community just north of downtown – framed by Hamilton Road to the west and 12th Avenue to the east – also held an elementary school and a central park. The last planned home for the subdivision was completed in 1929. Today, century-old homes line a compact grid of streets framed by sidewalks and trees, and the neighborhood is on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of the original homes are intact, but their conditions vary. Numerous homes hold rental units, and listings often tout their potential as investment properties. Proximity to downtown, Mercer School of Medicine and several hospitals are also draws. And iconic Rosehill Seafood is just across Hamilton Road.
Waverly Terrace is a historical neighborhood is Columbus showcasing beautiful homes.
Some homes in Waverly Terrace are great investment properties.
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Homes are within the Waverly Terrace Historic District
Craftsman bungalows, Victorian-style homes and Colonial Revival properties are found across Waverly Terrace, which occupies a grid of streets just east of Veterans Parkway in North Columbus. Home styles vary but they do share a common feature: inviting front porches. Many residences were built in the early 1900s, with ranch-style homes joining the mix in the 1930s. Numerous larger homes have been subdivided into duplexes and small apartment buildings, and the neighborhood is evenly split between apartments and homes. The Waverly Terrace Senior Apartments are located in the center of the district at the corner of 29th Street and Peabody. Some homes are in need of TLC while others shine after extensive renovations. Prices range from $132,500 to $245,000.
Waverly Terrace homes date back to the early 1940s.
Rare but some homes in Waverly Terrace are two floor properties.
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Homeowners enjoy proximity to downtown and Mercer School of Medicine
Metra city buses travel along Hamilton Road past Waverly Terrace on Route 9: Bradley Park/Columbus Park Crossing. Route 9 links the neighborhood with downtown, which is two miles south. Mercer University School of Medicine and Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital Midtown are both one mile south. Columbus Airport is four miles northeast. The neighborhood is lined with sidewalks and is pedestrian friendly.
Residents of Waverly Terrace can check out the whitewater rafting on the Chattahoochee River.
Piedmont Regional Hospital in Waverly Terrace corresponds to all the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Two classic Columbus restaurants are in easy reach of the neighborhood
A Columbus icon open since 1976, Rosehill Seafood serves clam chowder, fried catfish, seafood platters and raw oysters on Hamilton Road across from Waverly Terrace. A dozen glazed donuts costs $12.50 at another Columbus classic, Golden Donut, about a mile and half north of the neighborhood. Essentials are for sale nearby at Dollar General and Family Dollar, also on Hamilton Road. Walmart Neighborhood Market sells groceries less than two miles away.
The Rosehill Seafood restaurant in Waverly Terrace is a neighborhood staple.
The Golden Doughnut in Waverly Terrace is a staple in the neighborhood baked daily.
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The Boys and Girls Club of Columbus is located in the heart of Waverly Terrace.
Kids keep busy at nearby community centers
A popular destination for recreation is the RiverWalk, particularly near downtown. “Downtown is less than three miles away and a thriving area,” says Michael Terrell, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty River Cities and a longtime Columbus-area local. “RiverWalk goes all along the Chattahoochee River and expands to 21 miles,” with lots of locals "biking and hiking the trail.” Kids can enroll in after-school and summer educational programming at the North Columbus Boys & Girls Club on 29th Street one block east of the neighborhood. In summer, enrolled students can also access the Boys & Girls Club pool, which has a lifeguard on duty. Kids can sign up for mentoring programs, shoot hoops and play games at the 29th Street Gym just west of Veterans Parkway. There is a playground outside as well as baseball and softball fields. Adults can also play basketball here and sign up for various classes. There is another playground a few blocks north at Rose Hill Playground at Hamilton Road and 33rd Street.
Lastly, Waverly Terrace students can attend Jordan Vocational High School before college.
The magnet school at Jordan Vocational High is career focused
Public school students in Waverly Terrace enroll in the Muscogee County School District. Elementary school students attend Hannan Elementary, which earns a grade of B-minus from Niche. Arnold Middle is a magnet school for mathematics, science and technology. It is in the midst of an ongoing reconstruction project that is modernizing the school. Niche grades Arnold a C. High school students attend Jordan Vocational High, which also earns a grade of C. The Career, Technical and Agriculture Magnet School at Jordan offers various career-focused pathways, including architecture, automotive, healthcare and teaching,
Party by the Chattahoochee River in May
Uptown Columbus hosts the two-day RiverFest in early May, drawing crowds to the Chattahoochee River with live music, food and a kid zone.
Waverly Terrace is located near all of the attractions Columbus has to offer.
Waverly Terrace is only a few blocks away from Lake Oliver which feature a boat lauch.
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Parks in this Area
Woodruff Riverfront Park
Transit
Airport
Columbus
9 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Waverly Terrace
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waverly Terrace, Columbus sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Waverly Terrace, Columbus over the last 12 months is $151,304, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Newly renovated duplex in prime location! 1 bedroom, 1 bath units that are fully renovated and ready for tenants. Private parking via rear alley at the back of the property with back entrance. New kitchens with granite counters. Fully renovated baths. All new flooring, fixtures and paint throughout. Both units have private laundry. Close to Piedmont hospital, shopping and all the conveniences
Duplex. Larger unit is 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Smaller unit is 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Fully occupied. Gross rent is $1,575/mo. Potential for rent increases with unit updates. Corner lot. Property is located on the corner of 29th and Peabody.
Located in the Waverly Terrace Historic District, this charming duplex offers tenants the convenience of off-street parking as well as proximity to local attractions and shopping. Unit B currently brings $695/mo and unit A brings $595/mo. The roof is approximately 8 years old and the HVAC is approximately 10 years old. All utilities are paid by the tenants. Please do not disturb tenants. Showings
Come visit one of Columbus' hidden gems. Rosehill is located in the heart of the city with easy access to Uptown and north Columbus. This unique complex offers a close knit community where you will know your neighbors. Come visit us today.
Come be a part of the Historic Columbus area! This traditional wood-framed duplex is spacious and well-kept. It's a 2 bedroom 1 bath with an open floor plan.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
687
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,275
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,076
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.7%
College Graduates
10.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
% Population in Labor Force
49%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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