Living in and Around Columbus

Looking to live in a tight-knit neighborhood, family-friendly suburb or vibrant community packed with arts and events? Columbus is surrounded by a wide range of terrific options. Learn more and find your perfect home in one of the area’s neighborhoods, towns or cities.

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University District

Close and convenient, this eclectic area includes 13 distinct neighborhoods in 2.83 square miles surrounding Ohio State. The district’s signature entertainment area, the Gateway, resulted from a decade-long partnership between the university and city intended to support the district’s revitalization. 

Visit the University District
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Downtown Columbus

This vibrant area has recently added thousands of new apartments and condominiums, as well as two showcase parks, Columbus Commons and Scioto Mile.

Visit Downtown
Short-North

Short North

Borders 14 blocks along High Street with a nonstop line of bars, clubs, restaurants, shops and art galleries. 

Visit the Short North Arts District
Victorian-Village

Victorian Village

Grand mansions and “painted ladies” from the Victorian Era edge the walkable streets.
"Modern Columbus has emerged as a technologically sophisticated city." Forbes

Surrounding Cities and Neighborhoods

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