Central Ohio has two main lakes which are both man-made water reservoirs: Hoover and Alum Creek. For me, Hoover Reservoir is the “quiet one” and Alum Creek is the “bustling one”. Speed boats aren’t permitted on Hoover, so it seems more serene with the sail boats, kayaks, and small fishing boats casually floating by as many birds fly overhead.
On any given nice Saturday or Sunday afternoon, your likely to see bike clubs pedaling their way on the tree-lined roads that circle the lake. Red Bank Rd runs along the east side and Sunbury Rd along the west side. The terrain along the Red Bank side is more rolling and the homes that sit between the road and the lake are often hidden within wooded lots with many have ravines. Homes on the Sunbury Rd side tend to have flat lawns, fewer trees, and more unobstructed views of the lake. They also have more traffic as Sunbury Rd is the primary access to many subdivisions on the west side of the road.
Occasionally, there are luxury homes for sale in this Hoover area. It’s a very desirable location not only because of the views but also because of its easy access to the airport or downtown Columbus (~30 min). People can enjoy spending the day in the city, then come home afterward to their own quiet sanctuary.
Except for the lower southwest side of Hoover Reservoir, the area is serviced by the Big Walnut school district which has a report card rating of Excellent with the Ohio Board of Education. Another advantage to the area are lower tax rates than the neighboring Olentangy school district.
If this area sounds like a place you would like to call home, call me first and I’ll try to help you find the perfect place so you can start enjoying your own personal sanctuary.
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