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Living in Dublin, OH, Ohio
Emerald City
Dublin, Ohio, Aerial View, Credit: Visit Dublin Ohio
Dublin, Ohio, Farmer's Market, Credit: Visit Dublin
4th of July Celebration, Dublin Ohio, Credit: Dublin, Ohio, USA
St. Patrick's Day Parade, Dublin Ohio, Credit: Dublin, Ohio, USA
Dublin, Ohio, Aerial View
LookyLOO Review of Living in Dublin, Ohio
Dublin is just northwest of Columbus and possesses the magic mix of amazing suburban amenities and a fun, historic, and urban town center. Bridge Park, a downtown development, has brought restaurants, mid-rise apartments, riverfront paths, and year-round events to the area. At the same time, the rest of the city is made up of beautiful tree-lined neighborhood streets and some of the region’s strongest schools. It appeals to families, remote workers, and now, even a growing group of young professionals who want a denser community with access to parks, trails, and world-class golf.
Dublin is large enough to feel like its own small city but connected enough to Columbus that commutes remain manageable. This intersection of short distance from the major city and with a smaller urban energy in its own right is the secret sauce for cities across the country.
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Dublin Irish Festival
Lifestyle in Dublin, Ohio
The lifestyle of locals in Dublin is a nice balance of parks and great schools, and a downtown with good restaurants, pubs, cafes, and boutique shopping. Many neighborhoods are walkable to the many playgrounds or green spaces, and the city maintains an extensive network of trails. Bridge Park is the center of the urban experience. It's a place beloved by locals for coffee runs, or a nice meal, and community gatherings for holidays or hitting up the farmer's market.
Families often spend weekends at the sports fields or pool complexes. Families and young professionals also get to enjoy the river paths, golf courses (Muirfield Village Golf Course is one of the best in the country), and the tons of Metro Parks nearby.
The community is known for well-organized festivals, especially the Dublin Irish Festival and Fore!Fest, an annual musical festival, but there are ongoing seasonal festivals throughout the year.
To see what locals do for fun, check out the Dublin [Calendar of Events](https://dublin.ca.gov/252/Events-Festivals).We highly recommend visiting Dublin and staying in the community at a [VRBO](https://vrbo.com/affiliate/p4JS4ZC) instead of a hotel to get a feel for what it's like to live among the locals. You can also receive discounted fares on travel through our [partnership with Expedia](https://expedia.com/affiliate/9NZ8LBQ).
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Cardinal Health
Worklife In Dublin, Ohio
Dublin’s employment landscape is dominated by a concentration of corporate campuses and healthcare facilities. Many residents work within the city or along the I-270 or US-33 corridors.
Key employers in and around Dublin include:
- Cardinal Health
- OhioHealth
- United Healthcare
- OCLC
- Nationwide Insurance (nearby)
- OSU Wexner Medical Center (nearby)
Plenty of residents also commute to Downtown Columbus, Grandview, Upper Arlington, or the broader metro’s tech and insurance clusters. Remote and hybrid workers find Dublin appealing because the homes are large, but there is also an excellent cowork space in town, called COhatch Dublin.
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Dublin Coffman High School
Schools in Dublin
Dublin City Schools are among the strongest in Ohio, scoring an "A+" on niche.com. The district is large and well-resourced, and families often move here specifically for the school system.
The district covers parts of Dublin plus pockets of Columbus, Hilliard, and Jerome Township. High schools like Dublin Coffman, Scioto, and Jerome) are all well-regarded, with the highest scores for the quality of the teachers, college prep, extracurriculars, and the administration. They run a tight ship!
Language programs and athletics are also very strong, reflecting the district’s size and variety.
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Reviews of Living in Dublin, Ohio from Locals
I live and work in Dublin and it’s becoming a better suburb than it once was. The Bridge Park area is newer and becoming a nice place to hang out. There’s always something going on there on the weekends. We also have easy access to major highways like 270 and 315 so it’s easy to get to other suburbs or downtown.
Housing is expensive as far as Ohio standards here. But if you’re coming from Manhattan it may not feel that way. Friend of mines sister moved here from Manhattan a couple years ago with her husband and kids. They bought a house but it was tough bc people are offering cash with no home inspection. Homes sell here fast like within a week of listing. As others said you might want to rent first.
Dublin does have a chip on their shoulder. They think they’re better than other suburbs. The golf tournament definitely is part of that elitism. People Who live west of the Scioto river are in what’s considered the richer part of town and there tends to be a certain mentality espoused by people who live there about those of us who live on the east side.
Also the “Dublin bubble” is a thing meaning people who were born and bred here often don’t like to venture out of Dublin to do anything social. Sure they’ll travel in the summer but it’s like they’re terrified of downtown.
Overall it’s a quiet nice safe place to live. Just gotta deal with the insufferable people who think they’re Irish during March every year.
For more reviews of what living in Dublin is like from locals, check out The Reviews. https://lookyloomove.com/locations/dublin/reviews
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Dublin, Ohio FAQs
Emerald City
Q: Is Dublin a walkable suburb?
A: Parts of it are. Bridge Park and Historic Dublin offer walkable areas. Most other neighborhoods require driving for errands.
Q: How strong are Dublin’s schools?
A: Dublin City Schools are among the highest-performing districts in Ohio and a major draw for families.
Q: Is Dublin expensive?
A: Home prices run above the Columbus metro average, especially in golf communities and the walkable neighborhoods near Bridge Park.
Q: Is Dublin good for remote workers?
A: Yes. Homes often have flexible layouts, and Bridge Park offers cafes, coworking options, and a more urban lifestyle.
Q: What is the commute like?
A: Most commuters use US-33 or I-270. Getting to OSU, Upper Arlington, and Downtown Columbus is straightforward outside peak hours.
Q: Does Dublin feel like a suburb or a city?
A: Both. The neighborhoods feel suburban, but Bridge Park adds a compact, urban district with restaurants and events.
Q: What are the best neighborhoods in Dublin?
A: Bridge Park, Muirfield Village, Tartan Fields, Ballantrae, and Historic Dublin are among the most popular, with Jerome Village as a key adjacent option.
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Living in Dublin, OH
Neighborhoods in Dublin, OH
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Bridge Park / Bridge Street District
Young Professionals, Remote Workers, Empty Nesters
The Neighborhood Vibe
Dublin’s most urban pocket. Walkable blocks, mid-rise buildings, restaurants, and regular events along the Scioto River. Feels more like a small city center than a suburb. Favored for the social experience and the low-maintenance living.
Zoned Schools
- Elementary: Dublin City Schools (varies by address)
- Middle: Dublin City Schools (varies)
- High School: Dublin Coffman or Dublin Scioto
(Assignments vary by building)
Housing Snapshot
- Condos, apartments, and townhomes
- Mostly newer construction
Median Home Price: Condos and townhomes: mid-$400s to $600s+
Rental Snapshot
- One-bedrooms typically range from upper-$1,700s to $2,400+
Similar Neighborhoods
- Short North (Columbus)
- Grandview Yard
- Downtown Worthington