Columbus, Ohio
Is Southeast a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Columbus, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1898
Medium2156
Low2871
Other7055
256 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape59
Child involved74
Assault27
Other110
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43227 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43227 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43232 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43201 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43232 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As 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 43203 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible hit-skip style crash near Kennard Square involving a gray Kia, a white Toyota, and a white Volkswagen Jetta. The reporting person plans to meet officers at an apartment near East Livingston Avenue. | Kenard Ct, Whitehall, OH 43213 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched near Lockbourne Road and Refugee Road in Columbus to check on a man walking in the roadway and approaching cars to ask for money. He was last reported walking northbound on Lockbourne Road. | Refugee Rd & Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207 | Disturbance |
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Median Home Price
$115,380
Average Rent
$1,950
Vacancy Rate
20%
Neighborhood Overview
Southeast is a suburban neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, with a high proportion of small apartments and row houses.
Median home prices are low at $115,380, but rental prices are high, and vacancy rates are elevated.
SuburbanRow HousesHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 34.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing stock is dominated by small units and row houses, with a high vacancy rate.
| Small 1-2 Bedroom Units | 87.9% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rates are very high, which may indicate prolonged vacancies.
Most housing units are small, suitable for singles or couples.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse community with a notable presence of same-sex couples.
Strong presence of small households and renters.
Cultural diversity includes significant Jamaican ancestry.
Cultural Diversity — High Jamaican ancestry and multiple languages including Spanish and Indian languages.
Occupational Mix — Balanced mix of executive, manufacturing, sales, and clerical jobs.
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.8% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 35.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 44.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 11.0% |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish, Languages of India |
| Top Ancestries | German (16.5%), Jamaican (11.0%), Irish (7.9%), Sub-Saharan African (7.0%), Puerto Rican (4.9%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some bus usage.
Southeast offers manageable commute times with a strong reliance on private vehicles and some public transit use.
Short Commutes — 48.2% of commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car and Bus Usage — Most residents drive alone; a notable share uses the bus.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 77.9% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.0% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 7.4% |
Homes for sale near 43209
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about Southeast's housing?
It has a high proportion of row houses and small apartments, with many units being one or two bedrooms.
How is the rental market?
Average rents are high at $1,950, despite low median home prices.