Lifestyle: Finding Your Place - New Albany

FINDING YOUR PLACE

Whether you prefer city, suburban or small-town settings, Central Ohio has a spot for you.

If downtown living isn’t your vibe, no worries. The Columbus Region has plenty of options, from trendy walkable neighborhoods to charming rural towns. Here’s an alphabetical snapshot of 28 notable communities around Central Ohio—one of which is apt to feel just like home to you.

NEW ALBANY

FOUNDED 1837 | POPULATION 10,854 | COUNTIES Franklin and Licking

Georgian architecture and white horse fencing abound in this picturesque, close-knit, planned community just 15 miles northeast of downtown Columbus. Once a tiny village surrounded by vast farmlands, New Albany has become one of the most prestigious suburbs in Central Ohio with a top-notch public school system, vibrant cultural arts community and choice golf courses.

The community has more than 55 miles of leisure trails, nearly 2,000 acres of parkland, a metro park with horse trails, and is host to the nation’s largest walking-only race: the New Albany Walking Classic. The charming downtown Market Square area includes a wellness center, library and everexpanding repertoire of shops and restaurants. The city also is home to a 5,000-acre international business park.