Plain City

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Plain City, OH

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A slice of Americana situated just outside Columbus

Rural Peaceful Community Close-Knit Great Schools

The town of Plain City sits in both Madison and Union Counties, and extends east over Three Mile Creek. Plain City is a quiet, relatively rural town. There’s a tight-knit, involved community that, along with the area’s well-reviewed schools, makes Plain City an attractive option for families.

Plain City provides a peaceful atmosphere just 30 minutes northwest of Columbus, but the cafes and pizzerias on Main Street keep the town humming into the evening. Plain City Aquatic Center and McKitrick Park make it easy to enjoy the nearby water features. Enjoy a variety of new apartment complexes and single-family homes. If the big city is calling your name, US-42 and US-33 make the commute simple.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Plain City, OH is $1,450 for one bedroom, $1,985 for two bedrooms, and $2,627 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Plain City has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,450/month
749 Sq Ft
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Transportation

18

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

30

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

Plain City Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

646 Students

4
out of 10

Jonathan Alder Junior High

Public

Grades 7-8

338 Students

7
out of 10

Jonathan Alder High School

Public

Grades 9-12

687 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Heritage Trail
  • Glacier Ridge Metro Park
  • Homestead Park
  • Prairie Oaks Metro Park
  • Columbus Zoo

Airports

  • John Glenn Columbus International
  • Rickenbacker International

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