Welcome to Bexley, Ohio! Community & Real Estate Guide

About Bexley
Thinking about relocating to Bexley, Ohio? This welcoming suburb, located just east of downtown Columbus, offers tree-lined streets, beautiful historic architecture and small-town charm, with close proximity to the city. Bexley is known for its close-knit neighborhoods, excellent schools, up-scale amenities, walkable Main Street environment, and its status as the home of Capital University. This comprehensive community guide will help you navigate Bexley and discover what makes it a unique and desirable place to live.
- 12,887 Residents*
- 4,750 Households*
- $458,900 Median Home Value*
* Data from the US Census Bureau (2022)
- Historic Architecture
- Center for Arts & Culture
- Top Rated Schools
Founding History
Urbanization in the area that would someday become Bexley, began around 1876 when Capital University moved from its original location near Goodale Park to its present location on East Main Street. Bexley was established as a village in 1908, with it’s name coming from Col. Lincoln Kilbourne, an early resident whose family was from Bexley in London, England. The city’s founders envisioned a well-planned and aesthetically pleasing community, a vision that persists today.
Living in Bexley
Real Estate
Bexley offers a diverse range of real estate and has three informal areas: North Bexley (north of Broad St) is known for it’s large homes and estates; Central Bexley (between Main St & Broad St) features homes mostly between 2,000 and 4,500 square feet; South Bexley (between Main St & Livingston Ave) offers smaller to mid-size home options.
Historic Homes: Bexley is renowned for its stunning historic homes, most ranging from $200,000 to large estates that sell in the multi-millions. Some of the most prominent architectural styles are Georgian, Tudor, and Colonial Revival.
Mid-Century and Modern Homes: Bexley also offers a mix of mid-century and modern homes, with prices ranging from $200,000 to $800,000.
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School Districts
Bexley is served by the highly regarded Bexley City School District – ranked as one of the top school districts in Ohio. Bexley’s neighborhood schools form the center of a stable, close knit community. Students benefit from the small class sizes that permit personal attention and foster academic excellence, with access to a rich variety of courses and extra-curricular programs.
Bexley is also home to several prestigious private schools and Capital University.
Discover Bexley
Area Highlights
Where to Eat
Explore the culinary scene in Bexley, offering a mix of local flavors, cafés and coffee shops, international cuisines and upscale dining.
Anthony’s Pizzeria
A neighborhood favorite since 1940, Anthony’s 100% handmade pizzas are widely regarded as the best New York-style pizza in Columbus. Featuring fresh local premium ingredients and handmade dough made fresh daily – using a traditional recipe from a master baker in Italy – it’s easy to see why!
Barcelona Restaurant & Bar
Spanish-inspired dishes in a lively and chic setting with a greenery-filled patio.
Brassica Sandwiches & Salads
Mediterranean eatery featuring locally grown, organic and artisan produced foods, antibiotic-free meats and craft brews.
Bexley Coffee Shop
Cozy neighborhood café serving locally roasted coffee beverages, smoothies and scratch-made pastries and baked goods.
Giuseppe’s Ritrovo
Located in the heart of Bexley, this popular family-owned Italian restaurant has a wide menu of pizzas, pastas and other authentic Italian classics, with a martini bar and wine selection, served in a cozy atmosphere.
The Guild House
Artisan eatery offering creative American cuisine and globally inspired seasonal menus in a rustic-modern atmosphere.
Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse
Award-winning steakhouse offering a one-of-a-kind, incomparable fine dining experience. The elegant Art Deco-inspired dining room features a 30 ft. original Rothschild & Sons hand-carved bar, Swarovski crystal chandeliers and an eclectic mix of antiques.
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream
A local landmark since 1950, this family-owned ice cream shop is a favorite for delicious, house-made ice creams, sherbet and frozen yogurt.
Rubino’s Pizza
A Bexley staple since 1954, Rubino’s serves from-scratch crunchy thin crust pizza and casual Italian fare featuring house-made ingredients in an informal, old school atmosphere.
The Top Steakhouse
A classic steakhouse known for its elegant 1950s-inspired supper club setting featuring superb steaks, seafood, cocktails and live piano music.