Stewart, OH

Stewart is a small, quiet community tucked into the rolling hills of southeastern Athens County along the Hocking River. With around 500 residents, it offers a slow, scenic pace while sitting just a short drive east of Athens and Ohio University. Originally founded in the 1870s as a stop along the railroad where Federal Creek meets the river, the settlement still retains its peaceful valley charm.

Stewart serves as a central gathering place for Rome Township as home to the Federal Hocking Local Schools campus along State Route 144. The township hall and local volunteer fire department sit right along the same route, keeping community services close at hand. Between school events, quiet country roads, and easy access to the river for kayaking or fishing, Stewart is a great fit for anyone looking for relaxed rural living with a neighborly feel.