New Lexington, OH Home for Rent

About an hour's drive from Columbus, New Lexington is a village of about 4,500. The seat of Perry County, this community is part of the Ohio Clay Belt, which has historically made the area important for manufacturing. Ceramics are still a big part of the local economy, with businesses like Ludowici Roof Tile being open since 1902. Today, potential homeowners are attracted to the area for its real estate prices, quiet atmosphere and sense of neighborliness. “New Lexington is a very welcoming community,” says Melissa Marolt, director of the Perry County District Library. “People embrace new folks and try to make them a part of everything going on.” Residential zones in New Lexington are hilly, and it's not uncommon for yards to slope toward the sidewalk or alley. Lots are rarely a quarter acre or more in size. Turn-of-the-century Cape Cods and Colonials in different stages of renovation are common throughout the area. At the same time, midcentury ranch-style homes tend to be closer to the area's center. 21st-century New Traditional homes are becoming more popular, particularly in the southern reaches of the village where new developments are common. The median price for a