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Located just 16 miles from downtown Columbus, Westerville is a hot spot for young professionals. The median home value is $275,000 with an increase of 0.9% in the past year. The median list price per square foot in Westerville is $154, which is higher than the Columbus Metro average of $134. About 72.46% of Westerville homes are owned, compared to 23.81% rented, while 3.73% are vacant. The current listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.

Westerville is packed with nature and parks to walk around and enjoy. One of the most popular being the natural woodland of Inniswood Metro Gardens situated on 123 acres. The land is home to native wildflowers, wildlife, and waterways which provides a gorgeous backdrop to the landscaped gardens and lawns. For free admission, locals and visitors can enjoy nature’s treasures right in Westerville’s backyard. Take a stroll through Hoover Reservoir Park to see the dam. Shop uptown and catch the Uptown Westerville Farmers’ Market every Wednesday in May through October.

There are a total of 49 schools in Westerville, including 24 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, 8 high schools, and 7 charter and private schools. Westerville City School District, the largest public school district in the city, is home to 14,802 students with a student ratio averaging about 20 to 1. Westerville’s public schools earn an overall high rating of an A from Niche. The rating is based on statistics and opinions from students and parents.

Uptown is home to a number of great eateries such as Uptown Deli and Brew, Cardone’s, Red Apron Pizza Co., Asterisk Supper Club, and North Star Cafe. Locals suggest hitting up Schneider’s Bakery as soon as they open for fresh and delicious donuts! Don’t forget dessert at Graeter’s Ice Cream or treat yourself to a cup of coffee at Java Central or Heavenly Cup.

Westerville’s crime rate averages 8% lower than the rest of Ohio and 9% lower than the nation. Police Officers are dedicated to promoting safety in the city and even created a program, Westerville Safety City, designed to teach children about a variety of safety issues. The police department is committed to preventing and reducing crime as well as providing assistance to those in need.

The first settlers came to the area from Connecticut in 1806, with many others arriving not long after. Westerville steadily grew throughout the twentieth century. One of the most significant businesses was the Kilgore Manufacturing Company, which employed more than 175 people. The company was the world’s largest producer of play guns during that era, eventually shifting its manufacturing efforts to wartime supplies during World War II. After WWII, Westerville earned its title as an official city in 1960. For more information on the history of Westerville, visit Ohio History Central.

Every 4th Friday of the month, Uptown Westerville turns into a street vending place where there’s plenty of food carts, live entertainment, fun activities, and more. Additionally, the city hosts an annual Business Tech Tour and science-related events each May. The Westerville Business Tech Tour allows the community to experience the science and technology behind how five local organizations make products and serve the public. Westerville will also host their 5th annual exhibit featuring the art of Studio Artists and Parkside Village Artists happening Uptown. Eventbrite provides dates, times, and information on admission for each event and more.

Westerville is one of Central Ohio’s best suburbs with the small town feel near a big city. Part of the city’s charm is that the history has been well preserved through the community’s housing stock, regardless of when the homes were built. A list of the most expensive neighborhoods and streets include Mackstown, Route 3, City Center, and Sunbury Road. For a complete alphabetical list of the 102 neighborhoods, check out the Nextdoor website.

The Westerville Visitors and Convention Bureau assists and welcomes visitors by providing them with anything that will make their trip an enjoyable experience. Check them out for what to see, where to stay, and how to make your way around the charming city.

Did you know the Prohibition Movement got its roots in Central Ohio? During the late 1850s, Westerville residents earned a reputation for opposing the sale and consumption of alcohol. The community quickly earned the nickname of the “Dry Capital of the World” for its association with the Anti-Saloon League. However, Westerville is now anything but dry. This part of Westerville’s history is conserved in the Anti-Saloon League Museum open for public visiting.