Best Places to Live in Columbus, Ohio
Trinity Homes is proud to offer homes in many of these Best Places to Raise a Family and a number of top communities throughout Central Ohio. Let’s look at which of these Columbus suburbs is the right fit for your family, no matter what stage you are in life.
DUBLIN
Coming it at #3 on the list is one of Ohio’s most vibrant communities, Dublin, home to 47,000 residents located just northwest of Columbus, Ohio. Dublin offers safe neighborhoods, numerous parks, and bike paths, and a variety of community events for residents to enjoy. Dublin’s new Bridge Park development features a variety of restaurants, shops, and businesses all within a few walkable blocks along the Scioto River. One trip here and you’ll forget you are in the suburbs!
- Wyandotte Woods – Offering private wooded estate lots and walk-out lots, this community is located just steps away from Emerald Fields Park and minutes away from fabulous shopping and entertainment on Sawmill Parkway.
PLAIN CITY
Just a few miles down the road from Dublin, Plain City offers the feel of a vintage small town, with antique shops, farmers markets, and local taverns along the streets of its downtown. It offers easy access to the more rural feel of Plain City but remains just minutes away from Dublin and downtown Columbus.
- Mitchell Crossing – This gorgeous community is one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Plain City and within Dublin City Schools boundaries. Mitchell Crossing offers private wooded estate lots with a variety of floor plans, including ranch, two-story, and multi-level homes.
- The Reserve at New California – The Reserve at New California, located in Plain City and served by Fairbanks Local Schools, features a country setting with a small-town feel. This community features estate-sized lots with the ability to build a ranch, 2 story, multi-level, and homes with a first-floor master bedroom.
HILLIARD
Hilliard is a growing, welcoming community that combines the best of hometown America with the variety of dynamic opportunities that comes from being part of the greater Columbus region. The community embraces its diversity and values its heritage, with an eye firmly fixed on the future while cherishing the past through the preservation of Old Hilliard.
- Avondale Woods – Located west of Avery Road Avondale offers beautiful estate lots in the Hilliard Local School District, minutes away from downtown Dublin. It is the best of both worlds, with both downtown Dublin and downtown Hilliard just minutes away and each offering unique collections of restaurants and shops. An extra bonus for those with dogs, the Heritage Trail Dog Park is approximately 5 minutes from Avondale Woods, where you and your furry friend can enjoy a shelter house with picnic tables, doggie splash pad, obstacle course equipment and plenty of room to play.
- Lakeside at Avondale – A new community located in the Hilliard City School District, Lakeside at Avondale offers the quintessential condo life. This is the perfect community for those seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle. Located just off of Avery Road near Hayden Run Road, Lakeside at Avondale is in close proximity to plenty of shopping and restaurants in both Hilliard and Dublin.
DELAWARE
Delaware is a family-oriented, traditional hometown within a sophisticated, urban atmosphere. It boasts a beautiful downtown area, pristine parks, quirky local businesses, and more. Though it has that charming small-town atmosphere, its proximity to Columbus also means that all the modern amenities from the city have made their way into the area, as well.
- Howard Farms – Offering a tranquil setting off Cheshire Road, Howard farms is a new community served by the highly accredited Olentangy School District. With wide-open spaces and a beautiful common area, this community is a perfect place to call home. Not to mention, Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park is only about 5 minutes from the community, with two fenced in play areas for small and large dogs as well as three fenced in water areas for dogs that like to swim.
POWELL
Ranked #1 on the Best Places to Raise a Family in the Columbus Area, The City of Powell prides itself in being family-oriented, combining a quaint, small town atmosphere with all of the modern-day conveniences and amenities of a growing city. Powell features beautifully manicured neighborhoods, two highly rated school systems, and a supportive, active community.
- Heather Ridge – Heather Ridge is located on Hyatts Road in the Olentangy School District close to downtown Powell and just a short trip away from downtown Dublin. There is an abundance of recreation options, with the Scioto River just a mile away and numerous parks throughout the community. A new community, the model will be coming and the first phase is currently pre-selling.
PICKERINGTON
Pickerington is a welcoming community where families can enjoy safe, tree-lined streets and excellent quality of life. Each neighborhood is within close proximity to one of the outstanding schools of the Pickerington Local School District, which consistently achieves an Excellent in Education ranking. Whether you’re looking for a day on the winding trails, a family trip to a museum, or basking in the rich history we have to offer, Pickerington has something for everyone.
- Reserve at Pickerington Ponds – This community offers spacious, upscale living at an affordable price. Located just off Diley Road near Route 33, downtown Columbus is just a short drive away.
BUILD ON YOUR OWN LOT
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