You have a perspective and a lived reality that I do not. Thank you for sharing. I do raise up about the concerns around crime, schools, etc. in this video and there is great progress being made too!
Well that's what happens in ghettos where shoplifting is so rampant that it prevents a store from turning a profit. That actually happened. Just be glad that Kroger's paid for local resident's bus passes so they could still make it to another Kroger's.
My husband too he moved in to Linden in 1969 we're still here but it has changed drastically. We also have a lot of homeless panhandlers in this area. Anna In Ohio
We have several properties in Linden (you actually drive by one of them on 18th) and agree that it is difficult to describe the area. My assessment after 15 years of being in that area regularly is this: It is quite a large area, which is broken into 3 basic parts - North/South/East. Hudson divides N/S while Cleveland is basically the divider between N/S and E. The north end is considered the "best" simply because the homes seem to be better kept on average. They sell for more because of this. The south is much more run down with many of the streets being completely trashed. The city did start the gentrification process a few years ago so you will see several brand new homes being built throughout parts of north and south Linden. East Linden is a different animal. We have 2 properties over there and I'll just say that I wouldn't recommend being an owner-occupant if you value your belongings or any hope of peace and quiet. Overall, just understand that Linden does often rank as the #1 spot in Columbus for crime, so living in north or south linden won't be much better than the east in that respect. But as this video shows, there are some areas that look awful and some that are nice. It truly is a mixed bag.
@@AskRigs The Park is a big sell and I guess im just used to Gun shots on summer nites..and your right about south east Linden..in 7 years iv only went there once..seeing piles of dolls by a telephone pole of where some one was gunned down is fair warning to me.
@@allenschmitz9644 See you bring your perspective having lived there and spent time there. I have clients who live there and family who has too but again, my interactions being a guest in/out is different than yours. There are challenges in the area, I do raise that up in this video, but I have to give credit to the work that is being done to revitalize the area to make it safer and to keep if affordable!
@@AskRigs them 2 houses I can sell for around 180,000 each I'm thinking about selling I don't see people in south linden being able to afford rent once it goes over 1000.00 a month I been at 990.00 for over a decade it's time I cashout and wait for the housing market to crash and buy low again with inflation rising gas prices people not working the Federal Reserve raising interest rates possibly six times in 2022
@@brianperry3974 No doubt you have the equity in those houses and have options - it's why owning real estate is so awesome! You have a total plan so it's up to you how you want to execute it all. Sounds like you have great tenants as well, paying on time and caring for the property too! Otherwise you likely would have sold already!
I think in terms of the lower end of prices of Columbus, Linden is better than West side like Franklington because its so much closer to the job centers north of 270. Thats in addition to being close to job centers downtown. Think people would rather a place where cops leave you alone.
Interesting perspective Matthew! Franklinton is indeed another area that is appreciating but I feel from a residential persepctive, Linden dors have more home options and would agree with the overall appeal, at least at this point in time. Franklinton is on the grow though for sure. Thank you for the kinds words too!
Great content as usual Riggs!!! East Linden is the best looking ! Residents seems to care more about the perimeter of their homes. what is the deal with residents not picking up trash debris? Good Grief! If your neighborhood is kept clean everyone benefits with increase home values which creates demand on others wanting to live there. The closing of supermarkets is an indication of the surrounding areas downturn economically speaking.
I hear you 100% of people picking up debris, trash, etc.! It's tough seeing supermarket close too in areas because it leaves residents there without. Linden is definitely one of those areas that I have seen that happen and it is so unfortunate but know there is some changes coming to the area that I hope comes sooner than later to further revitalize the area!
Thanks for sharing! I'm a longtime Columbus resident and it's good to see some local youtubers :) Would you know of any people buying nonresidential properties in Linden, like corner shops, to renovate? There's a lot of those store spaces available and I think that residential development should be accompanied with small shop/commercial development.
Thank you!! I know there is certainly investor activity in the area. I do not know of buyers that are looking to purchase commercial space in the area right now though.
Hey I hear you and absolutely agree! It's a sellers market right now which pushes those prices up, up, up! Glad you like this video! Appreciate you watching and commenting!
New subbie..luuuuv your videos! My ears perked up when you mentioned how Linden is rapidly appreciating re: investors and home programs. Do you think that will have a positive impact in any surrounding communities? My mother purchased a new construction home in America Addition about a year ago, hearing that the area was on the uptick. So just curious.
Hey there! Welcome to the family!! 🙌🏾🖤 Appreciate you subscribing to my channel and for you comments. 🙈💯 The surrounding areas around Linden are already higher in value. As Linden continues to improve and clean up and become more attractive to home buyers and renters, I definitely feel all this will have an even greater impact on the surrounding areas! Congrats to your mom on the purchase of her home! 🏡
You're welcome! Moving to a new city or area seems to always bring that nervousness. Wishing you the very best. Columbus and our surrounding suburbs really is a great place to live but you have to consider what is important to you.
@@dodgecrockett3474 I'm from Linden. Born and raised. Countless numbers of folks murdered and shot there when I was coming up and worse now. I'm from there and wouldn't move back. He'd be better off moving to the Brittany Hills area.
Hey there, not yet! I need to/and will update one soon. What I can tell you is there has been growth and change in the area for sure! New development and renovation through companies like Homeport and Nationwide Children's Hospital, as well as investors. This area still still remains one of the top areas when looking for housing affordability as well.
Thinking to move to Columbus Ohio with my family👪. I will definitely be looking at more of your videos and I just subscribed 💕 What is the best city to raise a family in Columbus Ohio? Thanks for this great video!
Thank you so much Recoba! What are you looking for in the city in which you live for your family? That will really help you decide if a city is a good fit for you or not!
@@recobageorge7050 Well then Columbus is a really great fit for you and your family as the city itself and our suburbs will keep you close to all of these things. Seriously! You may want to start with your budget of what you can comfortably afford and explore from there!
I can name a lot of people that lost there life on the side streets and even on Cleveland Avenue it’s not an safe area life expectancy if you live in the linden area isn’t high at all for every crack in the side walk I can give you a name or incident your in a red zone
Very unfortunate that you know so many that have lost their lives yet I do know there is crime in the area. I do state some of this in my video but also want to remain respectful to the many residents of the area. I know several people who live there as well and that is their home and their community. We all must do our own due diligence on where we choose to live and assess the risks too.
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