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Heather Taylor
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Last Modified: January 19, 2026

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South Side Neighborhood Overview

23of 27 Columbus Neighborhoods

Reeb Ave, Parsons Tacos, Steelton Grit

🧭Generally defined as the area: I-70 to the north, Scioto River and rail lines to the west, SR 104 across the south, Alum Creek and Alum Creek Drive to the east

📌Widely recognized as the place for: Parsons grit which is the commercial strip with authentic taquerias and international markets, Merion Village porches, taco trucks parked on Parsons and side streets

👕You can spot a South Side local by: Carhartt work boots year-round, rescue pit mix from Colony Cats & Dogs probably, stubborn porch swing loyalty

👍Locals live here because: bungalows, sane rent, ten minute drives to downtown

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: train horns, Norfolk Southern is relentless, potholes, and backyard possum diplomacy, they will move in and you will coexist

✨The vibe around South Side is: Gritty heart, porch proud, scrappy working class folk

Pierogi lovers from European markets and porch philosophers

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Some of the South Side hotspots include: Nationwide Children's Hospital, Thurman Cafe, High Beck Tavern (nearby), Scioto Greenway Trail, and German Village.
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Heather Taylor — Ohio Local Expert

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Moving to South Side - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Columbus or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Columbus guide for the big-picture view — or compare South Side against other parts of the city in our Columbus neighborhood guide.