David Tweet
MODERN OHIO REALTY
(380) 666-3386
36 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$270,000 Price
Walnut Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio
Franklin County 43232
On the southeast side of Columbus, near the intersection of Interstates 270 and 70, is a collection of homes that were built primarily in the 1960s and 1970s that are modest in size. “It’s been a solid community ever since it was built in the 1960s,” says Tom Knecht, broker and owner with RE/MAX Apex. “From the start, that neighborhood has been a good place for first-time homebuyers. That continues today.”
Ranch-style and three and four-level split homes are the main architectural styles. “The ranch-style homes may be under 1,000 square feet, and the split levels give you a little bit more room at around 1,300,” Knecht says. “The homes in this part of the neighborhood are well-built and stand the test of time.” The price range of the older homes is between $175,000 and $225,000. The typical home will have three bedrooms, one bathroom, and at least a partial basement. Newer homes are in the eastern part of the neighborhood, toward Brice Road. Some homes built in 2023 are two-story contemporary with over 2,000 square feet of space. They run between $350,000 and $400,000.
From big to small, there’s lots of opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors in parks in Walnut Heights. The 165-acre Nafzger Park runs along Big Walnut Creek at the corner of Noe Bixby and Refugee Roads. It’s a popular place for organized soccer leagues to have games on the weekend. There’s a parking lot off Noe Bixby Road with a basketball court and soccer fields visible from the lot. The playground is close to a parking lot off Refugee Road. The paved pathway around the park's perimeter is a great place to exercise. Knecht, who grew up in Walnut Heights, says community football games used to happen at Maybury Park. The over five acres contain a non-lighted baseball diamond and soccer field. A small playground is accessible via a paved path that starts at the park’s entrance on Linodra Drive.
All that activity could make you hungry, and Little Sicily’s Pizza on Brice Road has been feeding the community since 1975. The dough is made from scratch; if you opt for lasagna, that’s also homemade. Catching The Ohio State Buckeyes or Columbus Blue Jackets is an option with four large flat-screen TVs and one medium. If the weather allows, their spacious patio would be a great place to enjoy a meal outside. If it’s Greek food you’re craving, check My Big Fat Gyro on Chatterton Road. It’s a small place at the forefront of a shopping center with a Dollar General, and folks who swear by it say it’s a hidden gem. The super-sized lamb gyro alone gives credibility to the restaurant’s name. Be sure to get Greek Fries and Baklava for dessert.
Two schools within the Columbus City School District are in Walnut Heights. Liberty Elementary School has over 500 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. Nearby Liberty Elementary is Independence High School, where the student-to-teacher ratio is 17-to-1, according to the Niche website. The athletic teams at the high school are nicknamed the 76ers. Students in Walnut Heights also attend Yorktown Middle School, which has a 17-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.
The proximity to freeways is another attractive quality of living in Walnut Heights. “Around the neighborhood, there are roads that can take you to main roads that will take you anywhere around Columbus,” Knecht says. “It’s a nice suburban area where I can still reach all of Columbus quickly from different directions.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Tweet
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Ashley Thomas
Ashley Thomas
Di Lusso Real Estate
(866) 471-7265
47 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$223,000 Price
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Amanda Herman
Amanda Herman
Responds QuicklyRealty ONE Group ROG Refined
(740) 639-2838
106 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$217,000 Price
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John Kohlhepp
John Kohlhepp
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Capital Ptnrs
(833) 714-0150
240 Total Sales
3 in Walnut Heights
$199K - $265K Price Range
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Yelonda Masten
Yelonda Masten
Di Lusso Real Estate
(888) 501-5987
51 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$237,000 Price
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Adam Geuy
Adam Geuy
NextHome Experience
(937) 486-4328
21 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$141,247 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kraner Park
- Picnic Area
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Big Walnut Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Helsel Park
Independence Village Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Maybury Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Nafzger Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Walnut Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walnut Heights, Columbus sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Walnut Heights, Columbus over the last 12 months is $247,402, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$241,500
Median Single Family Price
$246,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Months of Supply
1.90
Median List Price
$249,700
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,032
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,481
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 265 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,235 - $1,425 per month
- Park Trails Apartments
- 2-3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,185+ Sq Ft
- 5555 Tinley Park
- Columbus, OH
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$695 - $995 per month
- Crosscreek Apartments and Townhomes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 755+ Sq Ft
- 2626 Noe Bixby Rd
- Columbus, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,532
Median Age
35
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,627
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,020
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
16.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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