Welcome to New Albany
A suburb that prioritizes healthy living and luxurious amenities
Rated as the top suburb in the United States by Business Insider, New Albany is a bustling community that prioritizes wellness and happy living. New Albany may have a history as a deeply agricultural town, but within the past decades, it has become an epicenter of business industry and academic success.
New Albany is becoming an even more desirable place to live, partly due to its beautiful homes. New Albany has several home styles, ranging from traditional designs like Colonial and Federal to more innovative houses that are influenced by the Craftsman style or the Contemporary style. It is also possible to start constructing your ideal home in New Albany.
What to Love
- The prestigious New Albany-Plain Local Schools system
- High walkability and pedestrian-friendly
- Quaint downtown area
- Over 2,000 acres of parkland
Local Lifestyle
Locals of New Albany enjoy living in a balanced, peaceful atmosphere. The suburb is known for its booming 9,000-acre New Albany International Business Park, which provides jobs to a great proportion of residents. Downtown Columbus is also only a quick commute away, so locals of New Albany are lucky to be located in an area with superb job security.
Another fundamental aspect of living in New Albany is making room for healthy living habits. There are a variety of walking clubs, community gardens, and farmers’ markets that promote appropriate exercise and eating organic, fresh ingredients. New Albany also hosts over 55 miles of walking trails. Due to all these factors, people in New Albany are extremely satisfied with their lifestyles overall.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
When it comes to upscale dining, New Albany does it right. One of the trendiest spots in the region is
Hudson 29 Kitchen & Drink. This New American eatery is decorated with bright red lights and other modern artwork. Guests can enjoy an innovative cocktail and freshly concocted meal either seated at a leather booth or on the sidewalk patio.
Another sophisticated option for fine dining is
Lindey’s. It has a variety of menus like brunch, lunch, and dinner, as well as a happy hour and scrumptious dessert menu. Lindey’s is the ideal location for a special occasion and has many private rooms.
One must-try area restaurant is
Elliot’s Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap serving gourmet New American fare. The menu is headlined by Elliot’s signature wood-fired pizza and street tacos. The restaurant has outdoor seating and frequent live music on its patio. Those dining inside love the smell of the homemade dough baking in the ovens. You can wash it down with any of the 16 beers on tap.
One of New Albany residents' best entertainment sources is attending the
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts for a live performance. Whether you go to watch a spectacular musical or play, or if you want to watch the New Albany Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Spectacular, the Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts is a fantastic place for a weekend night out.
Things to Do
There are all sorts of things to do when you are a resident of New Albany. The
Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is an extraordinary place to go for members of the whole family. The botanical gardens are simply exquisite, showcasing a wide variety of plant, flower, and tree species, and the conservatory hosts garden safaris so visitors can learn more about the animals that live there. Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens also has a children’s garden dedicated to interactive learning as well as an Adventure Center with recreational activities.
New Albany is also home to some picturesque parks.
Rose Run Park is at the center of town and features various leisure trails, a children’s nature center, a bike loop, an amphitheater, and a library garden. Nearby, locals can also visit the
Rocky Fork Metro Park. This park has over three miles of trails in wooded areas, an off-leash trail for dogs, a picnic shelter, and a kids’ play area.
Lastly, many residents of New Albany are members of the iconic
New Albany Country Club. This high-end club has a championship golf course that has 27 holes available, designed by Jack Nicklaus. Other amenities that the club offers include three full-service dining areas, five pools as well as a poolside cafe, a spa, a fitness center, and tennis courts.
