Westerville Ohio

In the 1800s, Westerville was known as the "Dry capital of the world" for its role in the Temperance Movement. It even became the headquarters of the Anti-Saloon League. Today there is a museum in the Westville public library detailing its history. Another historic place, the Hanby House, residence of composer Benjamin Hanby, and a site on the National Underground Railroad. Westerville's historic district, impeccably restored, shows the residents pride in preserving their past.

Westerville is a growing community with excellent schools good health care, and year-round recreational activities. There are more than a dozen golf courses, three local swimming pools, youth football and soccer leagues and an outdoor skating rink.

Residents shop at the historic uptown shopping district with more than 31 one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants. Housing includes older homes, some from the 1840s, which are within walking distance to Otterbein College, a small liberal arts school in uptown Westerville.

Westerville Area Statistics

County: Franklin and Delaware

Population: 35,000
Location: Northeast Franklin County, 30 minutes from downtown, 20 minutes from the airport
Schools: Westerville Public Schools, three private schools
Utilities: city water and electric
Size: 10.5 square miles
Zip Code: 43235

Westerville Ohio Real Estate

Demand is stronger under $240,000, but higher price points are soft.

Westerville City Limits Comparing 2008 to 2007 statistics:

New Listings down 16.29%

Under Contract down 13.51%

Sold Homes down 13.94%

Average Sold Price 2008 = $201,791. 2007 = $208,395 down 3.17%

Percentage of sold price to list price:

2008 = 96.65% down 0.37%

The City of Westerville (population 37,000) offers the charm of a small community with a dynamic environment for businesses which are located here. The character and charm of Westerville's unique "Uptown District" speaks to the pride and preservation of its past, and new residential and business developments are proof of effective planning for the future.

This northeast suburb of Columbus is one of the better areas for appreciation and community activities, with two reservoirs nearby for boating and recreational activities. Westerville is proud of its focus on education, its low crime rate and high safety standards, its dynamic commercial trade, and its strong sense of community. Located fifteen minutes from downtown Columbus and twelve minutes from Columbus airport, Westerville is centrally located.

Public Education

The Westerville City Schools' (614-895-6080) mission is to produce creative, confident, and independent citizens. The number one priority of the schools is to improve student achievement. Over 14,100 students are enrolled in grades Kindergarten through 12. Westerville has 16 elementary schools (including three magnet schools), 4 middle schools and 3 high schools.

Westerville City Schools are repeatedly recognized for having "What Parents Want" by School/Match, Inc. and are the recipients of 15 BEST (Building Excellent Schools for Today and the 21st Century) awards for innovative educational programs, as well as three Seeds of Change awards and a Pacesetter designation. Approximately 60% of Westerville High School graduates go on to post-secondary schooling and the award-winning School-to-Work and Tech Prep programs build strong ties between education and the community.

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