Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
15%
Bexley
Bexley, OH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,499
Population
13,503
Renter Mix
25% Rent
A tiny college town nestled within the east side of Columbus.
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Tucked inside Columbus like a city within a city, Bexley sits just ten minutes east of downtown, bordered on all sides by its much larger neighbor. Main Street, which follows the historic National Road, runs through the heart of town, giving residents a walkable strip of local shops, coffee spots, and eateries without the bustle of a major urban corridor. Alum Creek winds through the area, and its parks draw outdoor enthusiasts looking to hike, bike, or simply unwind under the tree canopy. Capital University anchors the southern end of Bexley, giving the area a lively, campus-adjacent energy that complements its otherwise residential pace.
The rental landscape here leans toward cozy apartment communities and smaller multi-unit buildings, reflecting the compact, close-knit feel of a city that spans just three square miles. Studios and one-bedroom floor plans are especially common, offering an approachable entry point into one of Columbus's most established enclaves. Bexley was named by early resident Colonel Lincoln Kilbourne after his family's ancestral home in Bexley, London, and that nod to heritage still feels fitting in a place where tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and a genuine sense of community continue to define everyday life.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$121,689
Average: $154,398
Education
6,864
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,092
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Bexley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
47%
Other Education
53%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Bexley, OH is $898 for a studio, $1,051 for one bedroom, and $1,204 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bexley has decreased by -6.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,051/month
702 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bexley, OH is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
332 Students
Public
Grades K-5
326 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
581 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
760 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden
- Kelton House Museum & Garden
- Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
- Grange Insurance Audubon Center
- Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Airports
- John Glenn Columbus International
- Rickenbacker International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.