Elegant Bexley, Ohio is surrounded by the City of Columbus, about ten minutes east of downtown. The beautiful, tree-lined suburb is well-established and one of the most sought-after addresses in central Ohio. Home to 13,057 residents according to the 2019 US Census Report report, Bexley is an upscale, diverse community with a character all of its own as well as home to the Ohio governor's mansion, Capital University and a quirky collection of independent retailers. Bexley real estate runs the gamut from venerable early 20th century mansions to comfortable, cottage-style homes to newer condos. Several notable people have called Bexley home over the years, including actor Josh Radnor; Les Wexner, the founder of the Limited Brands; and columnist Bob Greene.
Most of Bexley is residential. However, there are a few retailers and restaurants, mostly along East Main Street. Capital University, Trinity Lutheran Seminary and Bexley Hall, an Episcopal seminary provide a sizeable number of teaching and non-teaching jobs. Of course, downtown Columbus and the myriad of jobs there are just a short commute away. Some of the top employers in Columbus include Nationwide Insurance, Cardinal Health Systems, Big Lots and The Ohio State University.
The community of Bexley, named for the London borough of the same name, offers a diverse selection of housing though the majority of properties are single family dwellings. Incorporated in 1908, the City of Bexley is roughly divided into three sections--Bullitt Park, Central Bexley and South Bexley. Bullitt Park is home to the beautiful mansions for which Bexley is well known. Most of these were constructed in the early 20th century and include the Ohio governor's mansion as well as the home of the president of The Ohio State University. Central Bexley features a variety of comfortable homes, including many distinctive Tudor-style structures. South Bexley features more modest housing and is popular with young professional families. The median home value in Bexley is $266,450.
One of the best things about living in Bexley is the number of nearby parks and green spaces. The City of Bexley owns and maintains five city parks, four of which abut Alum Creek. The 40-acre Jeffrey Park offers more than one mile of hiking and biking trails and is home to the Bexley Community Center and community pool. Just west of Bexley is the 100-acre, historic Franklin Park, with its notable rose garden and Victorian-style conservatory.
For healthy eating, Bexley offers a seasonal farmers' market, open on Thursdays from early May through late October.
Bexley is a relatively quiet community. However, residents can enjoy independent films at the 1930s restored Drexel Theater, some of the best pizza in the Midwest at Rubino's Pizza and a regular schedule of theater, dance and musical performances at the Bexley Theater for the Performing Arts without leaving the city limits. The area is also known for its many antique shops, specialty retailers, independent restaurants and eclectic food stores. Of course, Bexley is just a short drive away from major and minor league sports, museums, professional theater and shopping in Columbus.
It's easy to get around the City of Bexley, given its compact size. Three of central Ohio's main, east-west traffic arteries, Main Street, Broad Street and Livingston Avenue cut through the city. Bexley is also adjacent to I-70, which makes commuting to jobs around the region simple. The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) provides public bus transportation between Bexley and downtown Columbus and other parts of central Ohio. For trips outside of the region, the 2,185-acre Port Columbus International Airport is just 15-20 minutes away by car and offers more than 140 daily non-stop flights to cities throughout the United States and Canada.
The Bexley Library is one of the top-rated libraries in Ohio. Bexley Library card holders can access books from 14 libraries from all over the region and have them delivered right to the local branch.
Bexley residents need not worry about access to world-class health care. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, ranked among the top hospitals in the Midwest, is just a short drive away, as are Riverside and Mt. Carmel Hospitals.
Bexley school-age children attend the Bexley City Schools. The district, which has an enrollment of around 2,250 students, includes three elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. Bexley High School, which has a graduation rate of 95 percent and a college matriculation rate of 90 percent, has been rated among the top 150 high schools in the United States by "US News and World Report" magazine. Bexley is also home to the prestigious Columbus School for Girls as well as Capital University, Trinity Lutheran Seminary and Bexley Hall, as we mentioned above.
