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Discover new residential development in Hilliard, Ohio's "Best Hometown." Be the first to own near trails, preserved wetlands, and planned shops in this growing Columbus suburb.

New Home Development Coming to Hilliard

Be among the first to call Alton Place home, a new walkable neighborhood taking shape on Hilliard’s west side.

Coming in 2027

Village at Alton Place

Sales Open Spring 2027

Enjoy walkable "village-style" living amid 175 acres of preserved wetlands and woods. This collection of 34 rowhomes and 86 single-family houses offers low-maintenance, walkable living within the planned Alton Place district.

Direct access to the 3-mile Alton Place trail, connecting to the Heritage Trail
Zoned to Hilliard City Schools with elementary, middle, and high schools within a short drive
Single-family homes and rowhomes, 1,800–2,800 sq ft
3+ bedrooms with 10-ft ceilings
Front porches and alley-loaded garages
Unfinished basements (1,100–2,000 sq ft)
Playground and pavilion
Walkable to Alton Place Village Center’s planned shops and restaurants

Why You’ll Love Life in Hilliard

The City of Hilliard plans life around trails, gathering places, commercial districts that offer residents easy access to destinations that make life great. As residential developers, our team loves Hilliard for its choice to grow as a connected, village-style community.

Vibrant Historic Downtown

Residents rate Downtown Hilliard’s vibrancy higher than 91% of communities nationwide. In Old Hilliard, you’ll find:

Main Street, lined with local shops and cafés
Hilliard’s Station Park, with splash fountains, cafe tables, and amphitheater
Community events and festivals throughout the year
Center Street Market, home to Crooked Can Brewing Company taproom and nearly a dozen local food vendors

Parks, Paths, and Preservation

Hilliard goes beyond regional standards to give you walking trails, bike paths, reforested areas, and preserved nature sanctuaries close to home.

In the Big Darby Creek watershed, the regional plan requires developments to keep at least 50% of land as open space. Hilliard set its requirements higher at 70% for residential development and 60% for commercial.

Nearby, Metro Parks is adding 330 acres to Homestead Metro Park, with new trails, wetlands, and restored prairie planned.

Top-Tier Education

Niche ranks Hilliard City School District #10 among the best school districts in the Columbus area. The district ranked first of 607 Ohio districts on the state’s student growth index for 2022–23.

Commutable to Columbus

Hilliard is about 13 miles from downtown Columbus, Ohio, offering the same commutable convenience as nearby Upper Arlington and Grandview Heights with better affordability.

You have quick access to I-270 and I-70, putting you roughly 20 minutes from many of the regions major employers like Ohio State University.

Strong Business Community

Hilliard makes it easy to run a business and live near where you work.

Home to corporate employers like Advanced Drainage Systems and Command Alkon, plus multiple Amazon technical campuses
HiFiO, its city-owned fiber-optic network, serves businesses of all sizes and is accessible via multiple internet providers to encourage competitive rates and lower costs
Downtown businesses have a dedicated downtown manager and access to matching grants for storefront improvements

Wellness Woven into Lifestyle

Hilliard makes wellness a year-round focus for residents. The Well is a 111,000-square-foot community health club that gives residents affordable access to:

Exercise facilities, fitness classes, and aquatic center
Elevated walking trails
Event spaces and social areas to relax and connect

It’s located less than three miles from planned new residential homes in Alton Place.

Residents can also catch public outdoor yoga at Hilliard Station, access miles of paved multi-use trails, and multiple municipal pools, sports fields, and parks.

How a Rail Trail Helped Revive Hilliard’s Historic Downtown

Paths that once brought trains through Hilliard are now beloved trails bringing residents downtown to a hive of community activity.

Hilliard began as Hilliard’s Station, a railroad stop where farmers shipped goods for over a century. Train service ended in 1962. By the 1990s, Hilliard had begun converting old train tracks into the Heritage Trail, a paved multi-use path connecting Hilliard parks and neighborhoods.

Beginning in 2006, city planner John Talentino led efforts to make downtown a destination along the Heritage Rail Trail. He wanted a place where trail users and residents could eat, shop, and gather with a design that paid homage to the area’s railroad heritage.

In 2015, the original town square reopened as Hilliard’s Station Park, a gathering place that hosts community events like the Celebration at the Station concert series. Center Street Market opened across the street in 2020. By 2024, downtown housed 130 businesses, according to the city.

Map showing Alton Place with labels for future sections of the development

The Alton Place Lifestyle in Hilliard

Approved in 2020 by Hilliard city leaders, Alton Place is a master-planned, mixed-use community bringing the best of modern urban planning to Hilliard

Unlike standard suburban developments, Alton Place is designed to provide a balance of environmental preservation, residential variety, and walkable amenities.

The 345-acre master-planned community is slated to include

Roughly 172 acres of wetlands and open green space
A walkable 245,000 square foot commercial village with planned dining, retail, medical offices, and other everyday
conveniences for residents
Paved multi-use trails tying into the broader municipal trail network
Housing options designed to suit everyone from downsizers and young families to luxury buyers
Nursing and assisted living housing that allows residents to stay in the area and near family as they age
Zoning and within a short drive to Brown Elementary, Hilliard Memorial Middle School, and Hilliard Bradley High

More Housing Options for Families, Young Professionals, and Downsizers

Hilliard was traditionally dominated by large, single-family homes. Housing variety is expanding to suit every stage of life; from new families and young professionals to empty nesters and retirees.

The 2026 City of Hilliard Housing Study found residents of all ages want homes that fit their next chapter while putting them within walking distance to local attractions. New residential communities are answering the call. Onyx+East’s Village at Alton Place will offer rowhomes and single-family homes within walking distance of shops, dining, and trails.

Onyx+East Portfolio in the Midwest

Onyx+East has developed residential communities across the Midwestern United States. Rather than large-scale subdivisions, we focus on distinctive clusters of semi-custom, low-maintenance homes designed to complement the character of the surrounding neighborhood.

Everly

Starting Mid $500k’s

Cincinnati, Ohio

East Walnut Hills is one of Cincinnati’s hottest neighborhoods. And with good reason. It’s quickly becoming the city’s new epicenter of tasty food, cozy coffee shops, craft brews, and beyond. What’s more, it’s close to great schools and many of the area’s main attractions. Plus, it’s designed to achieve silver LEED certification, which means it was built with sustainability, efficiency, and your well-being in mind. Learn more on the…

1,786–2,437 SF

2–4 bedrooms

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Nickel Row

Starting High $500k’s

Fishers, Indiana

The Nickel Plate Trail is Fishers’ main hub of culture, cuisine, and entertainment. In the heart of it all, you’ll find Nickel Row—townhomes offering a walkable lifestyle that’s unmatched on Indy’s north side.

2,190–2,386 SF

2–4 bedrooms

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Colere

From $300k’s

Indianapolis, Indiana

Fountain Square has become one of Indy’s go-to neighborhoods for arts, dining, and nightlife. And when you live at Colere, you’ll be in the heart of the action.

1,609–1,876 SF

2–3 bedrooms

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Modern Four Story All Brick Exterior Townhomes

Nouveau

Starting High $500k’s

Indianapolis, Indiana

Nouveau is quiet and peaceful—yet close to everything you love about downtown living. Bottleworks, the Murat Theater, and all of Massachusetts Avenue are a few short blocks away.

2,093–2,329 SF

2–4 bedrooms

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Flora

Starting High $300k’s

Carmel, Indiana

Flora is close to everything you love about Carmel: great schools, a thriving arts scene, and ample dining/entertainment options. And yet, it’s also surprisingly peaceful, backing up to the natural beauty of Williams Creek Preserve. We intentionally developed this community to include green spaces, manicured park areas, and mature trees.

1,868–3,592 SF

2–5 bedrooms

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Townes at Kennedy-King

From $300k’s

Indianapolis, Indiana

Easy access to the Monon Trail at 22nd Street means you can walk or bike to Indy’s most popular attractions. Bottleworks, Mass Ave, and more—they’re all within your reach.

1,430–1,688 SF

2 bedrooms

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Local market insights verified by Carson Showe, Ohio-based Land Acquisition Manager at Onyx+East. Select photography courtesy of the City of Hilliard. Last updated November 2026.