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Newark, OH

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You can’t miss Newark’s big basket building. Like seriously.

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Nestled in Licking County, Newark is east of Columbus and a part of its metro area. The city houses a satellite campus of Ohio State University, fostering a sense of pride and school spirit throughout the neighborhood.

As a suburb of Columbus, Newark residents have prime accessibility to the metro attractions as well as those belonging to the school. The Columbus Museum is a top-notch museum to visit – and residents love exploring the gardens at Franklin Park Conservatory. OSU’s Wexner Center for the Arts features modern art galleries and live music.

The history of Hopewell culture is alive and well in Newark. Archeologists have studied the Newark Earthworks for clues into the traditions and life of the Hopewell, and have compared it to other earthworks sites around the globe. It’s been a significant find in the U.S. and the largest in the Ohio River Valley.

Because of their association with the Big Ten Conference, you know sports is a way of life here. The Newark Ohio State University campus has tons of sports games for students and residents to regularly attend. The city provides residents with several community parks, such as Flory and Horns Hill.

Indian Mound Mall features mainstream fashion and accessories stores for all Newark residents’ needs. The downtown area hosts a variety of unique shops and art galleries right down the road from gourmet eateries. Many small and large corporations call this city home. Longaberger Basket Company does, and you can see their popular basket design along State Route 16. Yes, the building is a giant Longaberger basket - handles and all.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Newark, OH is $682 for a studio, $812 for one bedroom, $1,069 for two bedrooms, and $1,310 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newark has increased by 6.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$812/month
632 Sq Ft
House
$1,777/month
1,408 Sq Ft
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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Hillview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

470 Students

6
out of 10

Cherry Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

401 Students

6
out of 10

Licking Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

969 Students

5
out of 10

Legend Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

497 Students

5
out of 10

Mcguffey Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

452 Students

5
out of 10

Licking Valley Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

523 Students

6
out of 10

Liberty Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

471 Students

6
out of 10

Heritage Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

421 Students

4
out of 10

Wilson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

358 Students

3
out of 10

Licking Valley High School

Public

Grades 9-12

540 Students

6
out of 10

Newark High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,424 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Works
  • Dawes Arboretum
  • Infirmary Mound Park
  • Taft Reserve and Kraner Nature Center

Airports

  • John Glenn Columbus International
  • Rickenbacker International

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Living in Newark

History

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Newark has the unique history of the Hopewell culture as part of its background. The Newark Earthworks is a National Historical Site which is a significant find in the United States and the largest in the Ohio River Valley. Archeologists study this site often for insights into the culture and history of the Hopewells and to compare it to other global earthworks sites. The National Heisey Glass Museum in Newark features the history and work from the Heisey Glass Company. Longaberger Basket Company is based in Newark as is the Owens-Corning Fiberglass plant. Newark is also home to several historic churches.

Restaurants

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There are lots of restaurants to choose from in Newark for all price ranges and food selections. The Grill's Chop House is the place to visit when you are ready for a delicious steak while La Paloma's will fill your need for Mexican delicacies. The Golden Wok has a wide variety of Chinese dishes for takeout or eat-in dining. If you have a hankering for pizza, Pizza Cottage is the best choice. For a full-feature Tex-Mex grill, Tumbleweed offers a large menu and a margarita bar. With the number of student residents, there are many low-cost eateries in Newark.

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