🏡 The Most Expensive Homes For Sale In Franklin County

Plus: 🛝 This Inclusive Metro Parks Playground Welcomes Everyone

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Chelsea Wiley
April 10, 2025

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Over the years, the price tag on Franklin County’s most luxurious homes has climbed sky-high—and the current top listings are no exception. Each of these five properties clocks in at over $3 million, ranging from sleek, modern builds to century-old estates with stories to tell. They’re packed with charm, character, and enough jaw-dropping details to make even the most casual Zillow scroller do a double take. From sprawling acreage to custom finishes, these homes aren’t just expensive—they’re extravagant. So while most of us are firmly in dream-home mode, there’s no harm in taking a peek, right?

🛝 This Inclusive Metro Parks Playground Welcomes Everyone, And It’s Pretty Amazing
Blendon Woods is opening a new inclusive playground, and it’s a total game-changer. Designed for kids of all abilities, this space is packed with thoughtful features—ramps, sensory zones, musical instruments, and more.

🎭 A Magical, Musical, And Totally Broadway Season Is Coming To Columbus
Broadway in Columbus just revealed its 2025-26 season, and it's stacked. From the Ohio premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to Tony-winning hits like The Outsiders, this lineup is pure magic.

🚨 Don’t Forget: 🌷 500,000 Tulips Will Be On Display This Weekend At Timbuk Farms Tulip Festival
One of the most colorful and joyful festivals of the season kicks off this weekend. If standing in a stunning field of flowers is your vibe, then I know exactly where you should be this weekend!

Headlines 📰 

💵 The Ohio House just passed a major state budget and it's packed with changes that could impact schools, taxes, and even what’s in your library. Here’s what you need to know. (NBC4)

🌳 Kalen Howell is working to revitalize Barbara Howell Park in Urbana, aiming to honor his grandmother’s legacy and the history of the city’s Black community. His goal is to transform the park into a space that reflects both the past and the future of the neighborhood. (WOSU)

👗 Not to make anyone feel old, but if you ever rocked out in Justice clothing back in the 2000s and 2010s, you might want to check out the Ohio History Center’s newest collection! The collection highlights the rise of the tween market and the iconic brand that shaped fashion for preteen girls, all starting in Ohio. (Ohio History)

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Today's Photo 🤳

🌆 Here’s a 1930 shot of the Scioto River looking north toward downtown Columbus. You can spot the railroad bridge, low-head dam, and the AIU Citadel (later the LeVeque Tower) dominating the skyline. Want to see more historic photos of Columbus? Check out the My History search at the Columbus Library to dive into our city’s past.

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- Chelsea