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Blacklick, OH 55+ rental communities & homes for rent
Living in Blacklick
Blacklick, a suburb of Columbus, is a small unincorporated community in Central Ohio popular for its easy access to the city. Its low cost of living and local outdoor…
Blacklick, a suburb of Columbus, is a small unincorporated community in Central Ohio popular for its easy access to the city. Its low cost of living and local outdoor recreation make it a hotspot for retirees. Besides that, residents enjoy Blacklick's tight-knit community and small-town charm.
Climate and Geography
The climate in Blacklick is humid continental, which is characterized by warm, muggy summers and cold, dry winters.
The Blacklick Creek flows through the town, and the region is located within the Till Plains and Appalachian Plateau.
Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment
Blacklick is best known for its outdoor recreation. The Gahanna Woods and the Blacklick Ridge Community park are great places for relaxing walks through wooded trails. Indoors, the township has local pubs and eateries as well as popular chains.
One of Blacklick's major draws is its proximity to Columbus. Only 20 minutes away, residents can experience all that the major city has to offer, including the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the Center of Science and Industry, Ohio Theater, and the North Market Farmers Market.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Blacklick’s cost of living index is below both the state and national averages. Though utility costs are slightly higher than average, other costs like groceries, health care, housing, and transportation are all well below the national average.
Ohio does not tax Social Security benefits, but it does tax all other forms of retirement income. Retirees can claim a $200 credit on these taxes, and retirees over 65 can claim an additional $50 credit. Other tax programs for retirees include a homeowner's exemption to help alleviate property taxes.
Health Care
The Columbus metro area ranks in the top 95 communities on Gallup's Well-Being Index.
Though there are no hospitals in Blacklick, there are many in the surrounding area that are rated high performing by U.S. News. Within 20 miles, residents have access to Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, and Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospital. Columbus also has two nationally ranked hospitals: James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Blacklick, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Blacklick has 215 homes, the largest has 215 homes, and the average community consists of 215 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Blacklick.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Blacklick stay on the market for around 3 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $239,999, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Bedford Place average around $239,999.
4 communities near Blacklick
46 homes near Blacklick
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,620 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,490 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,731 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,643 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,700 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,700 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,796 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,422 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,575 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,468 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,300 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,790 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,792 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,575 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,750 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,134 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,989 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,116 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,961 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,894 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,947 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,688 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,584 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,916 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,599 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,133 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,133 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,818 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,800 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,835 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,609 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,959 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,142 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,185 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,408 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,791 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,647 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,189 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,067 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,924 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Blacklick, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Blacklick has 215 homes, the largest has 215 homes, and the average community consists of 215 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Blacklick.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Blacklick stay on the market for around 3 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $239,999, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Bedford Place average around $239,999.
Columbus Area 55+ Housing Market Trends
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