Why Live in Avonia
Avonia, located in Fairview Township, spans less than 3 square miles along the southern shore of Lake Erie, offering a picturesque setting with its rocky beachfront and lakefront estates. The area is known for its towering evergreen trees and winding residential streets, many of which lead directly to the lake. Avonia Beach Park provides a quiet spot for sunset views and shore fishing, while Walnut Creek Beach, 4 miles north, features public boat launches and a small marina. YMCA Camp Sherwin, located 3 miles west, offers an outdoor pool, playground, and rustic cabin rentals. Pleasant Ridge Park, about 3 miles south, has wooded nature trails, a playground, and an 18-hole disc golf course, hosting events like the Ice Chains Open. The Fairview School District, highly rated by Niche, serves the area with Fairview Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, noted for their strong academic programs and technology initiatives. Homes in Avonia range from waterfront estates with private beaches to bi-level and ranch-style houses on tree-lined lots. Local dining options include the Avonia Tavern and Peppino’s Italian Chop House, while nearby markets like Mason Farms Roadside Market offer seasonal produce. Although Avonia lacks public transportation, it is conveniently located 12 miles from downtown Erie and 6 miles from Erie International Airport. The community is family-friendly with a variety of things to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avonia a good place to live?
Avonia is a good place to live. Avonia is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Avonia is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Avonia has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $114,688 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44% of residents. A majority of residents in Avonia are home owners, with 8.6% of residents renting and 91.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Avonia can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Avonia neighborhood guide.
Is Avonia, PA a safe neighborhood?
Avonia, PA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Avonia?
The median home price in Avonia is $798,272. If you put a 20% down payment of $159,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,140 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $177K a year to afford the median home price in Avonia. The average household income in Avonia is $115K.
What are the best public schools in Avonia?
The best public schools that serve Avonia are:
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Are home prices dropping in Avonia?
Yes, home prices in Avonia are down 32% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Avonia, PA
On average, homes in Avonia, Girard sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Avonia, Girard over the last 12 months is $810,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$810,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$810,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$798,272
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%