Gahanna, Ohio
Population: 32,636 est. - Franklin County

GAHANNA OHIO REAL ESTATE MARKET

Location! Location! Gahanna is one of the most popular suburbs in the Central Ohio area partly because of its ideal location, situated between the Airport and the Easton Town Center and with easy access to I-270 and I-670, you can get to Downtown Columbus in about 10 minutes. For those looking to spend a night on the town; Easton Town Center, is the hottest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in Central Ohio and is just minutes from Gahanna. Click here for a visual tour of Gahanna.

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Gahanna probably has the best downtown area of any Columbus suburb because of the waterfront Creekside development in Olde Gahanna.  You’ll find an assortment of restaurants, pubs, a bakery, coffee house, ice cream and boutique shops all situated in a beautiful water front, wooded setting with custom water features and water falls.  In the summer you can enjoy live music on most weekends and most of Gahanna’s festivals are held in the Creekside area.  It’s a great place to relax, have dinner, listen to some music and take a walk on the paths around the waterfront.

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The Gahanna Real Estate Market Offers Something for Everyone

The Gahanna Real Estate is selling better than many other areas in Central Ohio. There are opportunities for real estate in Gahanna for most everyone from about $100,000 to luxury homes over $1 Million. In the 1980’s and 90’s Gahanna experienced a housing explosion, averaging around 400 new homes a year. You’ll find plenty of mid range priced homes and a smaller selection of Gahanna homes for sale in the low $100,000 price range. Gahanna home values continue to remain attractive due to it’s popular location and well rated schools. Compare Gahanna home sales prices to other Central Ohio communities.

Building a new home or condo in Gahanna

There are still opportunities to build a Gahanna home or condo from about $200,000 to over $1 Million. If you’re interested in building a new home in Gahanna see FREE professional interior design services to ensure outstanding results. Whether you’re interested in a Gahanna Ohio custom home builder or one of the many production builders like MI Homes of Ohio, Petra can help you have a successful and profitable experience when building your new home anywhere in Central Ohio.

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Jefferson Township

Jefferson Township borders Gahanna to the East and is in the Gahanna-Jefferson School District. This upscale area is a very beautiful and desirable place to live for those wanting all the conveniences Gahanna has to offer, yet in a more rural setting with larger lots. The Township strives to protect and nurture their exceptional natural landscape in order to retain the rural “Green Community” atmosphere they are known for. Consequently this area has some of the finest new and luxury home communities in Central Ohio. You’ll also find estates large enough to accommodate your horse and even an Equestrian Community called “Stepping Stone” with homes above the $400,000 range.

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GAHANNA SCHOOLS

The Gahanna-Jefferson Public School District consists of seven elementary schools, three middle schools and one high school.  Gahanna received an”Excellent” rating on their 2008-2009 district report card.

Also located in Gahanna are several renown private schools including Columbus Academy, St. Matthew & Shepherd Christian School.

PARKS & RECREATION

JEFFREY PARK:

Gahanna Parks and Recreation has 700+ acres of parkland and recreational areas, including the Gahanna Woods State Nature Preserve. The most popular park in Gahanna is the Creekside, a five acre park located in the heart of Olde Gahanna. One of Creekside’s main attractions is the Big Walnut Riverwalk, a wooded walkway that starts just south of Granville Street and heads north along Big Walnut Creek to the old fire station. While strolling along the walkway, visitors can catch a glimpse of its waterfall, beautiful in all seasons and lit up so one can enjoy the view day and night. Also located within Creekside is the Gahanna Veterans Memorial Park, which seeks to honor local veterans of the U.S. miltary services.

Gahanna has tons of recreational opportunities from its 1,600 soccer leagues to small karate classes, from canoeing on one of the three creeks to listening to one of its many concerts; the possibilities are endless. Hunter’s Ridge Community Pool is open to the community from May-September. Golfers can choose the 9-hole Gahanna Public Golf Course or the Jefferson Country Club, a private golf community offering unprecedented amenities; championship golf, tennis, swimming and dining facilities.

GAHANNA OHIO GOLF COURSES:

Airport Golf Course, Bridgeview Golf Course,  Gahanna Public Golf Course, Jefferson Country Club, Minerva Lake Golf Club, Rocky Fork Country Club

COMMUNITY EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

Olde Gahanna has over 16 historic landmarks to bring history to life in a one mile walking tour including: the John Clark House, the Log House, the Lily Stone Bed & Breakfast, a restored schoolhouse and two historical churches. When the tour is finished and you’ve worked up an appetite, dine in one of the many restaurants in Olde Gahanna. The Old Bag of Nails, a popular pub in town and the Creekside Grill, a neighborhood diner both have beautiful views of the creek and reasonably priced faire. You’ll also enjoy the quaint shops, friendly faces and welcoming atmosphere in Olde Gahanna and the new Creekside Shopping development.

Gahanna is the Herb Capital of Ohio and the hub of herb knowledge is the Herb Education Center, which disseminates information on herbs and demonstrates how to cook with them. The Rosemary Group meets monthly to discuss herbs and is responsible for beautifying the municipal gardens. The group also hosts Herb Days, a spring time festival where demonstrations and talks on herbs are held and hundreds of herbs can be purchased. Not to be confused with Herb Days, Gahanna’s Herb Festival is held on the third Saturday in May on the Herb Society’s grounds.

The Gahanna Flea Market held on the main streets of Olde Gahanna on the third Sunday in September; has more than 300 vendors peddling their wares.  Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival is Gahanna’s Premier Summer Festival, bringing thousands of people to this family-oriented event. Held in June each year, this event provides some of the best Jazz and Blues bands around, great tasting food, arts & crafts and plenty of rides for the kid in everyone. The July 4th Freedom Festival, which kicks off with a Family Fun Run, hosts various activities throughout the day until its conclusion, a fireworks display at the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course. The Holiday Lights Parade is held the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is the areas only lighted parade of its kind.

Gahanna Farmers Market on Wednesdays, July - September 2008
The Olde Gahanna Community Partnership’s Creekside Farmers’ Market!  Begins Wednesday, July 9 and runs every Wednesday through September 10.  You’ll have the opportunity to purchase and enjoy fresh locally-grown produce and home-made items in the heart of Olde Gahanna.  The event is held from 3 - 6 pm at the Creekside Plaza on Mill Street (vendors will be located in between the water wall and Mill Street), will continue to grow through the harvest season. While you are there, don’t forget to stop by the new businesses in Creekside!

GAHANNA OHIO HISTORY

Olde Gahanna began as a settlement in 1803, soon after the State of Ohio was admitted into the Union. Before that time, the area was covered with dense forest and it’s main inhabitants were Indians. The Indians called what was then known as the Big Walnut Creek River, the Gahanna River. The Gahanna River is the junction of three streams; the Big Walnut Creek, Alum Creek and Blacklick Creek. By 1849, John Clark, son of the original settlers of the property, divided his family’s farm into plots and named the town Gahanna, after the river that ran next to it. In the early 1900s Gahanna was a lively mill town and remnants of this can still be seen in Big Walnut Creek along Mill Street. Many original buildings, recognizable by their Victorian architecture, still remain in the Mill/Granville area. The Olde Gahanna District was created by City Council in 1976 to preserve the city’s historical origins and local buildings on the National Registry.

Today, Gahanna is a city of approximately 35,000 residents. The city of Gahanna encourages community involvement and support for their own programs and community events. A spirit of volunteerism runs high in Gahanna and this contributes to the pride residents feel about their community. People look out for one another here. With well-managed growth, excellent schools and a convenient location, Gahanna has a bright future.

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