Delaware

Delaware, the county seat of Delaware County, is a moderately-sized city with a population of 42,000 residents according to the 2022 Census data.

Centrally located in the state, Delaware is situated 20 miles north of Columbus.

Due to its proximity, Delaware is considered part of the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan area, which boasts a combined population exceeding 2,000,000 residents.

Originally named after the Delaware tribe, the city was first settled in 1807.

The arrival of the Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati Railroad in the 1850s spurred a population increase in Delaware.

Presently, this Ohio city prides itself on a healthy and diverse economy, with a representation of various industries including manufacturing, trade, government, and services.

Some of the city’s largest employers include:

• Automobile coatings
• Plastics
• Copper products
• Education, insurance
• Retail, services
• And government

Education in Delaware

Delaware, Ohio is home to a number of high-achieving public schools, including:

• Ervin Carlisle Elementary
• James A. Conger Elementary
• Robert F. Schultz Elementary
• David Smith Elementary
• Laura Woodward Elementary
• John C. Dempsey Middle School
• Willis Intermediate School
• Rutherford B. Hayes High School (Delaware, Ohio)

There are also a number of quality private schools in the area as well, such as:

• Delaware Christian School
• Grace Community School
• St. Mary Catholic School (Delaware)

For those seeking a higher education, Delaware is a great place to live.  Not only is it home to one of the top liberal arts colleges in the area, but it’s also home to such specialty schools as well:

• Ohio Wesleyan University
• The Methodist Theological School in Ohio

Enjoy Plenty of Recreational Amenities throughout the Year in Delaware, OH

Delaware sure does pack a lot of fun within its 15.1 square mile area!  There truly is something to do for every interest:

• The Little Brown Jug, a world-renowned harness race
• Perkins Observatory
• Delaware County Fair
• The Delaware County District Library
• The Arts Castle
• Sandusky Street, featuring many local businesses such as a local coffee shop, pottery studio and more
• Winter Street, which includes many of the city’s cultural centers
• Delaware Farmer’s Market

In addition, residents can enjoy a number of performances throughout the year from such groups as:

• The Ballet Met
• The Central Ohio Symphony Orchestra
• Columbus Symphony
• Opera Columbus
• Contemporary American Theater Company
• The Columbus Museum of Art

Purchase a Delaware, Ohio Home for Sale Today

Delaware, Ohio gives home buyers the best of both worlds:  big-city amenities with a small-town atmosphere.

To learn more about what makes this community such a fantastic place to call home, contact us at The Greenwell Group.

We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have as well as let you know about the various residential neighborhoods in Delaware.