Columbus, OH

Is Shady Lane a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
24

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1148
Medium1415
Low1712
Other4683

229 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape60
Child involved67
Assault26
Other89

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, emergency medical services responded to a report of abdominal pain near Airport Drive and Cassidy Avenue, at a hotel location.Airport Dr, Columbus, OH 43219Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched to a location near Airport Drive and Chase Drive for abdominal pain. Medic 20 assigned to the scene.Airport Dr, Columbus, OH 43219Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a disturbance near Larry Place after a caller reported a man who arrived in a red Pontiac and was banging on a door. The man was described as wearing a (description withheld), (description withheld), and white and green shoes, with no weapons mentioned.Larry Pl, Columbus, OH 43227Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible family-related disturbance near Larry Place, where a caller reported that a man, identified as the adult child’s father, arrived in a red Pontiac and was banging on the door. No weapons were reported.Larry Pl, Columbus, OH 43227Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible domestic assault at an apartment near Wymore Place in Columbus, where a caller reported being hit by a roommate with a plank of wood shortly before the call.Wymore Pl, Columbus, OH 43232Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a patient with difficulty breathing near Midway and Rehab, at (number withheld) Yorkland Road, room (apartment_number withheld).Yorkland Rd n19, Columbus, OH 43232Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a repeat call about a possible disturbance involving roommates arguing at a residence near Plowman Place in Columbus. Officers indicated that both people live there and that no apparent physical altercation was reported.Plowman Pl, Columbus, OH 43110Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a domestic disturbance report at a location on Scarborough Boulevard in Columbus. A caller in a specific room reported that her boyfriend was allegedly threatening to kill and hurt her and was said to have a mental health diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder.Scarborough Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, there is a medical alarm at a location near North Champion Avenue, apartment number withheld, near Hawthorne Avenue and Haley Hill Drive. Dispatch one and Medic one are assigned.N Champion Ave, Columbus, OH 43203Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a location on Scarborough Boulevard regarding a domestic-related dispute in a room, where a caller reported that her boyfriend was reportedly threatening to kill and hurt her. The incident may involve mental health concerns, including a reported schizoaffective disorder diagnosis.Scarborough Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232Domestic Dispute

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Median Home Price
$158,458
Average Rent
$1,928
Vacancy Rate
7%

Overview

Shady Lane is a suburban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with mostly older homes built between 1940 and 1969. The vacancy rate is 7.0%, near the national median.

The median home price is $158,458, less expensive than most Ohio neighborhoods, while average rent is $1,928, higher than 80.2% of Ohio neighborhoods.

SuburbanDiverse HousingMixed Occupations

Quick Facts

Same-Sex Couples Rank98.6%

Housing market and real estate character

Housing includes medium to small single-family homes and apartments, occupied by a mix of owners and renters, mostly built mid-20th century.

Owner vs Renter OccupiedMixed occupancy
Homes Built 1940-1969Majority
Housing TypeSingle-family homes and apartments

What buyers will notice right away

Median home price is lower than most Ohio neighborhoods.
Mix of owners and renters supports varied community.

Families & Lifestyle

Shady Lane has a diverse occupational mix and a high rate of same-sex couples.

The neighborhood's occupational diversity supports a varied lifestyle.
High rate of same-sex couples indicates inclusivity.
Diverse Workforce — Significant shares in manufacturing, sales, clerical, and professional jobs.
Inclusive Community — Among the highest concentrations of same-sex couples nationally.
Same-Sex CouplesHigh concentration
Manufacturing & Labor27.0%

Demographics

Manufacturing & Labor27.0%
Income RankLower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate16.3%
German Ancestry10.4%
Jamaican Ancestry5.7%
Languages SpokenEnglish, African languages

Commute

Most residents have moderate commute times and primarily drive alone to work.

Shady Lane offers manageable commute times with typical suburban car usage.

Moderate Commutes — Many residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Dependent — Most residents drive alone to work.
Commute Time 15-30 min42.2%
Drive Alone Rate74.5%

Homes for sale near 43227

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$43,999
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,056 sqft
43227 Normandy Ave #612
Sterling Heights, MI, 48314
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$335,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,281 sqft
3270 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$180,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,270 sqft
4555 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$185,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,020 sqft
4781 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$765,500
5 bd | 6 ba | 4,093 sqft
4677 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$190,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,579 sqft
4888 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$170,000
4 bd | 1 ba | 1,302 sqft
4576 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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$195,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,088 sqft
4712 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH, 43227
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Shady Lane?

The median home price is $158,458, less expensive than 75.5% of Ohio neighborhoods.

What types of housing are common here?

A mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes.

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