Why Live in De Witt
DeWitt, located about 6 miles east of Syracuse, combines suburban comfort with a small-town feel. The neighborhood is known for its highly rated Jamesville-Dewitt Central School District, including Moses Dewitt Elementary, Jamesville-Dewitt Middle, and Jamesville-Dewitt High, which all boast strong academic reputations. DeWitt features a variety of home styles, including Colonials, Cape Cods, split-levels, and ranch-style homes, many with fenced-in backyards and driveways. The area experiences significant snowfall, averaging nearly 114 inches annually, but residents enjoy numerous outdoor attractions such as Ryder Park, the Erie Canalway Trail, and nearby swimmable lakes like Jamesville Beach Park and Green Lake. The community also benefits from amenities like the Jewish Community Center of Syracuse and the Lyndon Golf Course. DeWitt's main commercial corridor, Erie Boulevard East, hosts big-box stores, grocery options like Trader Joe’s and Wegmans, and diverse dining choices, including Delmonico’s Syracuse and Red Chili Restaurant. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with Centro bus stops providing public transportation options. Major highways like Interstates 481 and 690 connect residents to downtown Syracuse and Syracuse Hancock International Airport, about 10 miles away. While some areas near Interstate 481 are prone to flooding, DeWitt remains a desirable location with a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is De Witt a good place to live?
De Witt is a good place to live. De Witt is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. De Witt has 13 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.4 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $131,941 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 53.4% of residents. A majority of residents in De Witt are home owners, with 25.9% of residents renting and 74.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving De Witt can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
De Witt neighborhood guide.
Is De Witt, NY a safe neighborhood?
De Witt, NY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in De Witt?
The median home price in De Witt is $299,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $60,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,560 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $67K a year to afford the median home price in De Witt. The average household income in De Witt is $132K.
What are the best public schools in De Witt?
The best public schools that serve De Witt are:
What are the best private schools in De Witt?
The best private schools that serve De Witt are:
- Manlius Pebble Hill School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Christian Brothers Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- The New School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
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Home Trends in De Witt, NY
On average, homes in De Witt, NY sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in De Witt, NY over the last 12 months is $300,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$312,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$185,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
138
Median List Price
$299,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
