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Old North Columbus

#21 in Best Neighborhoods to Live in Columbus
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  1. Public Schools
    C
  2. Crime & Safety
    NG
  3. Housing
    C
  4. Nightlife
    A+
  5. Good for Families
    B+
  6. Diversity
    B
  7. Jobs
    B
  8. Weather
    C+
  9. Cost of Living
    B-
  10. Health & Fitness
    B
  11. Outdoor Activities
    B+
  12. Commute
    A+
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Old North Columbus is a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio with a population of 12,063. Old North Columbus is in Franklin County and is one of the best places to live in Ohio. Living in Old North Columbus offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Old North Columbus there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Old North Columbus and residents tend to be liberal.
About Old North Columbus...
Population
12,063

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$127,079
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,094
National
$949
Area Feel
Urban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    81%
  • Own
    19%
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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    —
    282.7
  • Murder
    —
    6.1
  • Rape
    —
    40.7
  • Robbery
    —
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    —
    500.1
  • Theft
    —
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    —
    284
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Residents

Diversity
B
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$32,997
National
$55,322
Families with Children
7%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    20%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    37%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    29%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    8%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    5%
    13%
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Old North Columbus Reviews

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It is mostly a college neighborhood full of OSU students. Some apartments can be in need of an update, they are usually reasonably priced though. It is one of the quieter areas around campus, but activities can still be found nearby on High Street and at the park/ running and biking trail.
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I enjoy access to the Olentangy Trail which is ideal for strolling and cycling.
I enjoy the variety of the local businesses.
This neighborhood is very walkable, which is ideal for people who enjoy an active lifestyle.
There's a lot of diversity. However, public safety needs to be better implemented. The area contains a lot of students with a lot of preventable crime.