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Buy a House in Franklin County for Great Work, Play, Culture

Are you looking for a great place to grow your career, a family, or both? Do you long to be close to all the conveniences of a bustling city with the proximity of rejuvenating Metroparks? Does your perfect week include a top sporting activity or a visit to a top museum? If you want the best of both worlds, buying a house in Franklin County, Ohio, is the opportunity and lifestyle you are looking for. Franklin County, Ohio is home to a number of leading industry headquarters, some of the nation’s top school districts, and places to escape it all and reset.

Let’s look at some of the trendiest neighborhoods in the country, the demographics, bustling culture, and the opportunity that awaits you in your perfect house in Franklin County.

History of Franklin County Ohio

History of Franklin County Ohio

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On April 30th, 1803, Franklin County, Ohio was first established as the Ohio government authorized its creation. In 1812, plans were made to position the city of Columbus, central in Franklin County, as the state capital. Quickly, the area was growing with the creation of a church, school, newspaper, statehouse, and penitentiary. The state capital was officially moved from Chillicothe, Ohio to Columbus, Ohio in 1816. Columbus became a city in 1834, crossing the threshold of a 4,000 person population.

Franklin County was a great place for the state capital due to the proximity to the Whetstone River (now known as the Olentangy river) and central location to the rest of the state of Ohio.

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Franklin County Namesake

Franklin County Namesake

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It is appropriate that Franklin County, Ohio was named after author, scientist, and founding father Benjamin Franklin. The historical and current emphasis on arts, sciences, government, and culture reflect the original naming of this central location in Ohio.

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Are you looking for a great place to grow your career, a family, or both? Do you long to be close to all the conveniences of a bustling city with the proximity of rejuvenating Metroparks? Does your perfect week include a top sporting activity or a visit to a top museum? If you want the best of both worlds, buying a house in Franklin County, Ohio, is the opportunity and lifestyle you are looking for. Franklin County, Ohio is home to a number of leading industry headquarters, some of the nation’s top school districts, and places to escape it all and reset.

Let’s look at some of the trendiest neighborhoods in the country, the demographics, bustling culture, and the opportunity that awaits you in your perfect house in Franklin County.

Franklin County, OH Demographics

Franklin County, OH Demographics

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Franklin County boasts a big city with small-town feels. The population in Franklin County (2020 census) is 1,323,807. Of these residents, 54% own their homes. Ninety-one percent (91%) are high school graduates and over 40% hold a bachelor’s degree or above. The median age is 34.1 years old.

The median household income in Franklin County is $62,352. Franklin County also boasts exciting statistics around businesses. Over 40,000 companies are owned by women. Over 27,000 businesses are minority-owned. And, over 9,000 businesses are veteran-owned.

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Why should you buy a house in Franklin County, OH?

Why should you buy a house in Franklin County, OH?

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The cities and towns that makeup Franklin County are budding with history, opportunities, and experiences for people from all walks of life.
The Diversity of Franklin County
The diversity of Franklin County means you can find food, art, and culture that meets your desires and give you new experiences. In fact, Franklin County is so rich in diversity that it is the market testing ground for a number of companies. Fashion industries and the food and drink industry alike frequently use Franklin County as a testing ground for new ideas.
The Activities in Franklin County

Having a house in Franklin County means that you are always minutes away from your next adventure. If you are bringing or planning to start a family, you will find comfort in knowing Franklin County house top-rated Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Center of Science and Industry (COSI), Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Metropolitan Library, and additional library systems, and Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. This means you and your family can always be learning and enjoying.

Those who love sports will enjoy having year-round sports games from the competitive high school level, to the university level and pro levels. In the winter, find yourself rink-side cheering on the Columbus Blue Jackets. In the spring, kickoff soccer season in your black and yellow with the Columbus Crew. Enjoy a summer evening downtown watching the Columbus Clippers. And whether or not you are already a football fan, you will likely find yourself cheering on the OSU Buckeyes as football season rolls around in the fall.

For those who love shopping, you never have to go far. Franklin County is home to Easton Town Center, Polaris Shopping Place, Tuttle Mall, The Arena District, and tons of small-shops and locally-owned businesses.
The Work/Life Balance

If you want to have a thriving career but without spending hours in the car commuting, Franklin County is the place. The average commute for workers in Franklin County is 22 minutes. Additionally, when buying a house, Franklin Country in Ohio gets you closer to the country’s population and industries. Franklin county is within a 1-day drive or 1-hour flight to 41% of the American population. It is also in the same proximity to 80% of corporate headquarters.

There are many walkable or bikeable communities in the area and the transportation systems mean you have options when it comes to your daily commute. If you need to decompress before heading home, you are always near a trail, urban park, or metro park.

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Unreal Neighborhoods in Franklin County, OH

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Why Franklin County?

Why Franklin County?

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Whether you are looking to get a fresh start, move your family to a new thriving neighborhood, or find a place where nature meets the city, Franklin County offers many options. Residents of Franklin County get to enjoy many small-town enjoyments with the luxury of the big city. Bringing the country’s best in business, leisure, sports, arts, food, and community, the cities and neighborhoods that makeup Franklin County, OH have space for you to live your dreams.

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