Why Live in Powell
Powell has transformed from a farming community into a fashionable suburb with sprawling homes and diverse shopping options. The neighborhood features Contemporary Craftsman homes from the 1980s and 1990s, particularly around Meadowview Park, and grand estates in subdivisions like Olentangy Ridge. The Olentangy Local School District, rated highly, serves the area, emphasizing strong academic involvement from local families. Powell offers numerous things to do, including seven parks managed by the Parks and Recreation Department, with facilities ranging from skate parks and baseball fields to nature preserves and bike trails. Village Green Park is a community hub, hosting events like the Powell Festival. Shopping is concentrated around Powell Road and North Liberty Street, with a mix of franchise and locally owned restaurants. The area is safer than the national average, with low crime rates. Commuting is convenient via state routes 257 and 315, providing access to downtown Columbus, less than 20 miles away, and John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Powell experiences cold winters and warm, muggy summers. Healthcare facilities include OhioHealth Emergency Care Powell and the upcoming $183 million Outpatient Care Powell by Ohio State University's Wexner Medical Center. The city's Capital Improvement Plan allocates nearly $55 million for maintenance and expansion projects from 2025 to 2029.
Home Trends in Powell, OH
On average, homes in Powell, OH sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Powell, OH over the last 12 months is $542,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$542,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$535,580
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$411,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$170,001
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Number of Homes for Sale
125
Last 12 months Home Sales
311
Median List Price
$529,527
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%