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MidTown gathering place
Jarfly
Burgers, bowls and patio time make this a flexible lunch or dinner stop.
LAYERS OF HISTORY. ROOM FOR WHAT’S NEXT.
Living in East Highlands,
Columbus, GA
A neighborhood with many stories.
East Highlands anchors MidTown’s northwest corner, south of Talbotton Road and the Fall Line Trace. Its homes span multiple eras and styles, making a walk down the block part of getting to know the area.
Explore Nearby Homes ↓A CLOSER LOOK AT EAST HIGHLANDS
Explore a block with character.
Older and newer houses sit across a varied street grid. Look beyond the facade to the features of each rental, then trace the route to the trail, errands and the rest of your week.
Read the local neighborhood reference ↗FIND YOUR NEXT HOME
Available Homes Near East Highlands
Published Turman listings within 1 mile of the approximate guide point. Distances are straight-line estimates; homes may be outside the named neighborhood.
Finding nearby homes…
Browse All Nearby HomesYOUR EAST HIGHLANDS DINING SHORTLIST
Find Your Next Favorite Table.
East Highlands has its own residential character; these wider MidTown dining options are worth exploring on a scouting trip.
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Coffee & a light meal
Midtown Coffee House
Coffee, pastries, soups and sandwiches for a slower start to the day.
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Wynnton Road favorite
Dinglewood Pharmacy
A longtime soda fountain known for its scrambled dog and a distinctly local feel.
Venue photos via Visit Columbus. Confirm hours and menus with each restaurant.
Explore the live OpenTable list ↗AFTER WORK. ON THE WEEKEND.
More Life Outside Your Front Door.
The Fall Line Trace and the neighborhood’s built history offer two very different ways to explore this part of Columbus.
Find the Fall Line Trace
Check trail access from the exact address before planning a walk or ride.
Explore the local guide ↗
Walk the historic streets
See the mix of architectural eras described in the East Highlands neighborhood history.
Explore the local guide ↗
Discover MidTown culture
Pair a neighborhood visit with the Columbus Museum’s art and regional history.
Explore the local guide ↗Images show local neighborhood and MidTown-area scenes; check the linked guide for each destination.
Explore More MidTown Parks & Trails ↗SCHOOL RESEARCH STARTS WITH THE ADDRESS
Schools Near East Highlands
Compare programs, grade levels and enrollment requirements using the Muscogee County School District enrollment guide. Confirm the school assignment for the exact rental address with the district before making your choice.
PLAN THE EVERYDAY TRIPS
Getting Around East Highlands
East Highlands connects to Uptown by a familiar street grid, with METRA Route 7 stops on 10th and 13th avenues. Explore walking, biking, driving and airport options from the exact address you are considering.
Explore the Full Getting Around Guide →Streets & trails
Try your route to Uptown and the Fall Line Trace.
METRA Route 7
Find stops on 10th and 13th avenues and check the timetable.
Everyday connections
Compare trips to work, I-185 and Columbus Airport.
EAST HIGHLANDS, BY THE NUMBERS
Get to know the wider neighborhood.
These area figures add context after Turman’s current homes and the local guide. They describe Homes.com’s East Highlands market, not any individual rental.
How to read thisHomes.com’s East Highlands boundary and data sources may differ from this guide’s approximate map point and Turman’s nearby-home search. Rental prices and inventory change; check each Turman listing above for current terms.
2,259residents
60/100walkability
70/100bikeability
THE HOUSING LANDSCAPE
Homes with a long history.
Homes.com’s neighborhood facts show an early-20th-century housing stock and a mix of home sizes.
Median year built1932
Homes.com counts 167 homes and reports a median lot size of 6,534 sq ft. These are area-wide figures; individual rentals vary.
WIDER RENTAL MARKET
A snapshot beyond Turman.
Homes.com median rent$885/mo
- Homes for rent
- 9
- Median single-family rent
- $1,036
- Median three-bedroom house rent
- $1,236
- Median condo rent
- $700
- Median two-bedroom condo rent
- $700
Homes.com snapshot checked October 19, 2026. This changing sample includes other providers’ listings and is separate from Turman’s live availability.
People & ages
- Median age
- 41
- Under 18
- 23.3% U.S. comparison: 23.8%
- 65 and over
- 17.8% U.S. comparison: 19.1%
Household finances
- Median income
- $41,728 U.S. comparison: $79,597
- Average income
- $53,016
Education & work
- High school graduates
- 72.3% U.S. comparison: 89%
- College graduates
- 16.8% U.S. comparison: 34.1%
- Advanced degrees
- 4.1%
- In the labor force
- 58.5%
Local weather
- Annual precipitation
- 52 in.
- Average winter low
- 34°F
- Average summer high
- 92°F
- Annual snowfall
- 0 in.
Source: Homes.com, East Highlands neighborhood guide. Homes.com attributes walkability and bikeability scores to Local Logic. Area-level figures are estimates, and rental-market figures are a dated snapshot.
QUICK, CLEAR ANSWERS
East Highlands Rental Questions
Where is East Highlands in Columbus?
East Highlands is at the northwest side of MidTown, south of Talbotton Road and the Fall Line Trace. Map points here are orientation aids rather than formal neighborhood boundaries.
How do I find Turman rentals near East Highlands?
The listings section shows current Turman homes within 1 miles of this guide’s approximate map point, ordered by straight-line distance. It is a proximity search, not a neighborhood-boundary check. Contact leasing to verify a specific address.
Which schools serve a rental near East Highlands?
School assignment depends on the exact address and district enrollment rules. Use Muscogee County School District’s enrollment resources and confirm the assignment with the district. Nearby-school results are research aids, not assigned-school lists.
What should I confirm before applying?
Ask about move-in timing, total rent and fees, deposit options, pets, parking and the home’s features. Tour the property and review the application and lease requirements before committing.
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