Growth in the Columbus, OH metro area has been occurring for over a century, and the home styles reflects this growth. You can find diverse home styles from craftsman to modern-craftsman, to highly unique Lustron homes(seriously check those out).
As homes age, they have different needs, from general upkeep, to updating/refreshing looks, to full renovations.
Clintonville
The neighborhood is located just north of Columbus’s downtown, between Ohio State University and Worthington, Ohio. A short trip away from the city center, Clintonville offers plenty of things to do both in the neighborhood and just outside of it.
Some of the more common styles of housing located in the Clintonville neighborhood include Bungalows, Dutch Colonials, Craftsman, Lustron, and 4-squares, and each bring their own character to the neighborhood.
All about Clintonville Homes
Clintonville has a diverse range of styles of homes, with homes being built in every decade, and even still being built. 40% of all homes in Clintonville were built before 1949, and 25% of all homes in Clintonville Columbus area are over a century old. Homes in this age range require special maintenance, upkeep, and oftentimes updating. Over the years, remodeling has probably occurred, and that sometimes results in a loss of the original charm. Columbus Home Heroes can help bring that original charm back, or we can add your unique vision to make your own charm.
Worthington
This town is located just north of Columbus, between Beechwold and 270. Worthington has a rich vibrant historical area along high street, then over the years has grown outwards.
Some of the more common styles of housing located in Worthington include Ranches, Mid-Century Modern, Colonial, and Split levels, and each bring their own character to the town.
All about Worthington Homes
Worthington has a diverse range of styles of homes, with homes being built in every decade, and even still being built. 71% of all homes in Worthington were built before 1969, giving a broad range of eclectic styles to the neighborhoods. Homes in this age range require maintenance, upkeep, and updating. Over the years, remodeling has probably occurred, and that sometimes results in a loss of the home’s original charm. Columbus Home Heroes can help bring that original charm back, or we can add your unique vision to make your own charm.
Beechwold
This town is located just north of Clintonville, between Clintonville and Worthington. Beechwold is often overlooked as a major neighborhood in Columbus, but this gem once was home to an amusement park.
Some of the more common styles of housing located in Beechwold include Ranches, Cape Cods, and Split levels, and each bring their own character to the neighborhood.
All about Beechwold Homes
Beechwold has a diverse range of styles of homes, whether talking of old beechwold or east beechwold, with homes being built every decade, and even still being built. 43% of the total homes were built during the housing boom of the 1950’s, which is why the majority of homes are cape cods and ranches. Homes built in the 1950’s are around 70yrs old, and need special attention to updating them, and improving their insulation and weatherstripping.
Dublin
This town is located just northwest of Columbus, tucked up along both sides of 270. Dublin OH is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, with over 60 parks covering over 1,000 acres throughout the city. Homes in Dublin, OH include Modern Craftsman, modern shingle, neo-colonial, and Prairie, adding a nice mix of character to the city.
All about Dublin Homes
Dublin has a diverse range of styles of homes, but is more of a modern built city, with 54% of all houses being built from 1980-1999, which explains why neo-, revival, and such are popular home styles in the city. Homes that are 30-40yrs old, are often times hitting peak for their first major renovation, as they have received multiple smaller refreshes and minor updates.
Hilliard
This town is located just west of Columbus, with the majority of the city outside of 270. Hilliard is home to the Franklin County Fairgrounds which means there is ALWAYS something going on! Homes in Hilliard, OH include Modern Craftsman, 90’s two story, neo-colonial, and ranch, which can give different areas of the city different feels.
All about Hilliard Homes
Hilliard has a wide range of home styles, but is more of a newer home city, with 33% of all homes being built in the 90’s, and 24% of all homes being built since 2010, which means that 90’s style and neo- styles are both popular in Hilliard. Homes that are 30-40yrs old, are often hitting peak for their first major renovation, as they have received multiple smaller refreshes and minor updates. The newer build homes since the 2010’s might not be ready for a major remodeling job, but are ready for some updating, some customization, and minor refreshes.
Upper Arlington
The town of Upper Arlington is located west of Clintonville and north of Grandview Heights, between 315 and 33. Upper Arlington is home to many great eateries and many new concept restaurants, so there is always a good place to grab a bite to eat. Homes in Upper Arlington, OH include Georgian revival, English Tudor revival, Arts & Crafts, and ranch, which results in some beautiful homes intermingled.
All about Upper Arlington Homes
Upper Arlington has a broad range of home styles reflecting it’s growth over the years, with 37% of all homes being built in the 1950’s. Houses in that age range are in need of some major updates, whether it is remodeling, or just overall just performing upkeep and maintenance for a home that is nearing 70 yrs old.
Marble Cliff
The village of Marble Cliff is located between Grandview Heights and 33. Marble Cliff, OH is home to some of the most architecturally significant homes in the entire Columbus metro area. Homes in Marble Cliff, OH are highly varied, reflecting the eclectic nature of the neighborhood, some of the popular styles include English Tudor revival, Craftsman, and American foursquare, which means you will see some very different homes sitting side by side.
All about Marble Cliff homes
Marble Cliff has a broad range of home styles reflecting it’s eclectic roots, with 31% of all homes being built before 1939, with many of them already over a century old. Houses in that age range are in need of some specialized maintenance, and may be in need of a renovation to bring back some of the original charm that may have been stripped from previous renovations.
Grandview Heights
The town of Grandview Heights is located west of 315 and north of 33. Grandview Heights, OH embraces it’s food and drinking establishments with tours of some of its unique offerings. Homes in Grandview Heights, OH come in many different styles, with some of the more unique to the area styles being Queen Anne, Dutch Colonial Revival, and Mid-Century Modern Multi-family, among many other styles.
All about Grandview Heights homes
Grandview Heights has a very diversified range of homes, reflecting the city’s growth through the years, with 46% of all homes being built before 1939, with many of them already over a century old. Houses in that age range are in need of some specialized maintenance, and may be in need of renovation to bring back some of the original charm that may have been stripped from previous renovations.
Riverlea
The village of Riverlea, OH is located between 315 and the Olentangy River, by Antrim Lake. Riverlea, OH is a close walk or drive to many of the amenities of Worthington. Homes in Riverlea reflect the growth of the village, with predominant styles being ranch and Craftsman.
All about Riverlea homes
Riverlea has been a quaint little village since it was incorporated in 1939, it’s homes reflect the growth of the village, with 78% of all homes being built before 1959. Homes in that age range of 60+ years old, require maintenance, might need some upkeep, and could be looking dated, and due for an update with remodeling.
Powell
The city of Powell, OH a northern Columbus suburb located along northwest 270. Powell has many great attractions such as the Olentangy Caverns, Olentangy & Scioto River Valleys, and the Columbus Zoo. The style of homes predominantly seen throughout Powell, OH reflect the roots of the city, with Prairie, Farmhouse, and Colonial revival being many of the predominant styles.
All about Powell homes
The roots of the city of Powell are agricultural, and then in the last 30yrs they have had a major growth in residential homes, with 65% of all homes being built from 1990-2009. Homes in this age range are often in need of their first major remodel, possibly some put-off maintenance, an minor updating.
Shawnee Hills
The village of Shawnee Hills, OH a northern Columbus suburb located west on the Scioto River, directly across from the Columbus Zoo . Shawnee Hills has many great attractions nearby such as the Olentangy Caverns, Scioto River Valley, and the Columbus Zoo. The style of homes predominantly seen throughout Shawnee Hills OH reflect the roots of the city, with Ranch, Rambler, and Split Levels being many of the predominant styles.
All about Shawnee Hills homes
The village of Shawnee Hills has experienced the largest growth in the village’s history between 1970-79, with 41% of all homes being built in that time frame. Homes in this age range have often been through a major remodel, but it is starting to look dated and ready for an update or even a major remodel.
Gahanna
The city of Gahanna, OH is a suburb of Columbus located along the eastern edge of 270 and the end of 670. Gahanna’s old downtown has an amazing riverwalk, a summer jazz festival, and lots of shopping The style of homes in Gahanna covers a broad range of styles, with no single dominant style, reflecting the period of growth throughout the city.
All about Gahanna homes
The city of Gahanna saw substantial from the 70’sthrough the 90’s, 61% of all homes being built in that time frame. With such a broad range of home ages, the needs for homes in Gahanna are highly varied, with older homes needing updates or a major home remodel, or newer homes needing their first remodel or just updating outdated remodels.
Northwest Columbus
The northwest side of Columbus, OH is located between 33 and 315, covering several smaller neighborhoods and the Ohio State Airport. The style of homes in Northwest Columbus covers a broad range of styles, reflecting the period of growth throughout the city, with a unique style for the area being postmodern, not seen in such concentrations anywhere else in Columbus.
All about Northwest Columbus homes
The area of Northwest Columbus saw substantial from the 70’sthrough the 80’s, with nearly 46% of all homes being built in that time frame. Homes from the 70’s and 80’s usually have been through a renovation or two, or haven’t ever been majorly renovated, which means either way they are in need of a major update.
Orange
Orange township, OH is a northern Columbus suburb located in Delaware county, north of Polaris area, and east of Powell, OH. One of the greatest attractions in the area is Alum Creek State Park Beach. The style of homes predominantly seen throughout Orange township reflects the history of the township, with a varied style of home as population grew in various times.
All about Orange township homes
The township of Orange has seen regular growth from the 1950’s to 2009, with 86% of all homes being built in that time frame. With such a broad range of home ages, the needs in Orange township, OH are highly varied, with older homes needing updates or a major home remodel, or newer homes needing their first remodel or just updating outdated remodels.
New Albany
New Albany, OH is a northern Columbus suburb located in Franklin county, north east of the Columbus metro area, and east of Westerville. Some of the top attractions in the area the McCoy Center for the Arts and also Rose Run Park.
The style of homes predominantly seen throughout New Albany reflects the time of their growth, with many being neo or modern style farmhouses, colonials, and craftsman.
All about New Albany homes
The City of New Albany has seen substantial growth since the 2000’s with nearly 66% of all homes having been built since then. With many homes in New Albany being newer, they aren’t in need of major repairs, but are primed for renovations, and customization such as custom storage, as families settle into their homes.
Westerville
Westerville, OH is a northern Columbus suburb located in Franklin county,
north east of the Columbus metro area, and east of the Polaris area. Some of
the top attractions in the area is Inniswood Metro Gardens and Hoover Reservoir
Park.
The style of homes predominantly seen throughout Westerville reflects the time
of their growth, with 1970’s style homes representing nearly 25% of all homes
in the city.
All about Westerville homes
The City of Westerville has seen substantial growth from the 1970’s to 1990’s,
with nearly 50% of all homes being built in that time frame. With such a broad
range of home ages, the needs in Westerville, OH are varied, with older homes
(50+ yrs old) needing updates or a major home remodel, or newer homes needing
their first remodel or just updating outdated remodels.
