Columbus, Ohio

Is Central Clintonville East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
64

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1381
Medium1615
Low2055
Other4938

140 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape23
Child involved54
Assault16
Other52

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a reported hemorrhage at a location on Clinton Street near North Fourth Street, with Medic 13 responding.Clinton St, Columbus, OH 43202Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched for a reported hemorrhage at a location on Clinton Street near North Fourth Street and a dead end in Columbus, Ohio.Clinton St, Columbus, OH 43202Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a man in a black shirt and black shorts running in and out of traffic near East Fifth and Cleveland Avenue, reportedly approaching cars and asking for help before leaving the area.Cleveland Ave & E 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, an ill person was reported at Northland Gate Senior Apartments near East Dublin Granville Road and Webster Canyon Court. Medic 6 and EMS 1 responded.Maple Canyon Ave, Columbus, OH 43229Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a fall injury near West 5th Avenue and Olentangy River Road in Columbus. The incident involves apartment (number withheld).W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported multiple SUVs, including white and red Kias and a white Hyundai, driving recklessly at high speed near Clarendon and Beacon in Columbus. The vehicles continued eastbound toward Union and Sullivan and were later heard passing I-70 at a high rate of speed, with one white Hyundai possibly lacking a rear license tag.Beacon Alley, Columbus, OHTraffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to an obstetric-related incident near Maize Road at the intersection with Oakland Park Avenue and East Maize Road. Medic 19 was dispatched on unit nine EMS one.Maize Rd, Columbus, OH 43224Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at a hotel on Reflections Drive in Dublin involving a caller and her husband. The caller is in a specific room, and there is mention of a history of similar incidents and that she may be trying to leave him.Reflections Dr, Dublin, OH 43017Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report a possible traffic stop involving a vehicle near High Street and Lane Avenue in Columbus, Ohio.W Lane Ave & N High St, Columbus, OH 43201Traffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving chest pains is reported at an apartment near Ray Oak Drive and a dead end cross street.N High St, Columbus, OH 43201Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price
$604,299
Average Rent
$1,630
Vacancy Rate
6.7%

Neighborhood Overview

Central Clintonville East is a suburban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with mostly owner-occupied housing and a strong executive presence.

Median home prices are $604,299 with moderate vacancy rates and a college-friendly environment.

SuburbanOwner OccupiedCollege Friendly

Quick Facts

Executive Occupations72.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Housing is primarily owner-occupied with a mix of single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1970.

Owner Occupied Rate
Housing Age (1940-1969)Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes are owner occupied, supporting neighborhood stability.
Many homes built before 1970, reflecting a mature neighborhood.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood is popular with college students and urban sophisticates, with a high rate of residents working from home.

High executive employment shapes a professional community.
College-friendly with fluctuating activity tied to academic calendar.
Professional & Academic — Popular among executives and college students, with a safe and walkable environment.
Work From Home — Significant portion of residents avoid commuting by working remotely.
Work From Home Rate31.5
Childhood Poverty Rate2.1

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Share72.9
Income RankHigher than 85.5% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate2.1
British Ancestry2.3%
Welsh Ancestry2.2%
Russian Speakers0.9%
Top AncestriesGerman (30.5%), English (21.6%), Irish (18.5%), Italian (6.4%), Asian (5.3%)

Commute

Many residents work from home or have short commutes, with moderate use of cars and public transit.

Central Clintonville East offers a high work-from-home rate and manageable commute times.

Remote Work — 31.5% of residents work from home, well above national averages.
Short Commutes — Most commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
Work From Home Rate31.5
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate50.2
Bus Commute Rate6.7

Homes for sale near 43214

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$649,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,382 sqft
5084 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH, 43214
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$250,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,260 sqft
673 Olde Towne Ave #16-673D
Columbus, OH, 43214
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$239,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,688 sqft
650 Providence Ave Unit F
Columbus, OH, 43214
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$518,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,674 sqft
100 W North Broadway St
Columbus, OH, 43214
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$459,990
5 bd | 3 ba | 3,736 sqft
43214 W MAGNOLIA Road
Maricopa, AZ, 85138
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Central Clintonville East good for college students?

Yes, it ranks among the top 3.1% of college-friendly neighborhoods in Ohio.

What is the executive employment like?

72.9% of residents work in executive, management, or professional roles.

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