Why Live in Southside Lima
Southside Lima is a neighborhood known for its mix of early 20th-century and midcentury homes, many of which are ripe for renovation. The area features ranch-style, Foursquare and bungalow homes, with some recently updated to include new carpets and roofs. Residential streets are lined with abundant foliage, sidewalks and expansive front lawns. The neighborhood is bordered by Cook Park to the north, offering a tree-shaded bike path and playground, and Foundry Park to the south, which includes pathways around a small lake, basketball courts, a baseball diamond and another playground. Additionally, parks along the Ottawa River with sports facilities and biking trails are just a 5-minute drive away. While dining options are limited, Mama Dot’s Soul Food Kitchen is a community staple, and residents have access to a Dollar General and a Save a Lot supermarket within a short drive. From Southside Lima, it's about a 5-minute drive to downtown via St. Johns Avenue. The neighborhood is also served by the Allen County Regional Transit Authority’s buses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southside Lima a good place to live?
Southside Lima is a good place to live. Southside Lima is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Southside Lima has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $43,359 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 0.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Southside Lima are renters, with 60% of residents renting and 40% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Southside Lima can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Southside Lima neighborhood guide.
Is Southside Lima, OH a safe neighborhood?
Southside Lima, OH is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Southside Lima?
The median home price in Southside Lima is $95,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $20K a year to afford the median home price in Southside Lima. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Southside Lima is $43K.
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Home Trends in Southside Lima, OH
On average, homes in Southside Lima, Lima sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Southside Lima, Lima over the last 12 months is $71,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$71,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$62,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$67
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$95,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
