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Central Avenue-29th Street offers easy access to Ashland's culture and parks
Central Avenue-29th Street is a residential neighborhood just off Ashland's downtown with prime access to the city's premier greenspace. Once an industrial city, over the decades, Ashland has changed considerably into an artsy town brimming with public events. The neighborhood itself is directly in the middle of all the culture, commercial options and schools that have been attracting buyers to Ashland's urban core over the last few decades. “We've adapted. We've changed. We have a beautiful downtown area with lots of arts and lots of musicians,” says Realtor Alison Christie of Ross Real Estate. “We're very big on live music and festivals. If someone says, 'there's nothing to do around here,’ they're just not looking, because there's lots of things to do.”
Central Avenue-29th Street is a residential neighborhood just off Ashland's downtown with prime access to the city's premier greenspace.
Small boutiques and cute colorful shops are located on Winchester Avenue in Central Avenue-29th Street.
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Short walks to concerts in Central Park and events in downtown Ashland
Walkable to Center City Ashland, the neighborhood affords easy access to the cultural events the city is known for, like First Fridays or the annual Tri-State BBQ Brawl. Central Park’s 47 acres are home to many events too. It’s common to stroll through the park and catch a pop-up concert at the central bandstand while heading to the Boyd County Farmers Market, which usually occurs in the park. The Boyd County Library makes use of its neighboring green space with events like a summer reading club kickoff party featuring live music. The Library also hosts indoor events for hotter days, including adult book clubs, children’s story time and pickleball lessons to interested players.
Calvary Episcopal Church near Central Avenue-29th Street is located in this historic building erected in the late 19th century.
The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center near Central Avenue-29th Street exhibits local history and science.
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Kids under 2 swim for free at Dawson Pool
Dozens of kids and adults also use Central Park on any given day to fool around at playgrounds or to play a sport, like pickleball, basketball or kickball. Many also make use of the roughly 1.2 mile loop around the park’s edge, shaded by mature maple and oak trees, like much of the rest of Central Park. A few blocks west, Dawson Pool is a popular place where locals cool off in the summer. There is an entry fee for most visitors, except kids 2 and under. Some residents also make use of gyms throughout the area on hot or rainy days. The outer parts of the Tri-State area are loaded with nature preserves and state parks. Lake Vesuvius is a roughly 20-minute drive north in Ohio, popular for its swimming beaches and hiking trails. Greenbo Lake’s marina and campgrounds are roughly 35 minutes west of Ashland.
The residents of the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood can walk to Central Park located on the 22nd Street.
Dawson City Pool and Park near Central Avenue-29th Street is a popular place where locals cool off in the summer.
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Made-from-scratch bakeries and popular donut shops on Winchester Avenue
Commercial options within walking distance of the neighborhood include restaurants and local businesses along Winchester Avenue, just two blocks north. Some locals claim Jolly Pirate Donuts are the best in the Tri-State area, especially their cream-filled Longjohns and buttermilk donuts. Many locals also go there for a shot of coffee in the morning. Others go to the Mill AKY for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. The sleek cafe sources all of its ingredients locally, and everything is made from scratch, down to fresh breads and pastries served at the bakery. Several shopping centers sit a few blocks west. The Midtown Mall is where many shop for groceries from Kroger. Next door, the Ashland Town Center houses over 60 national apparel stores, restaurants and entertainment options.
Jolly Pirate Donuts bakery and coffee shop in Central Avenue-29th Street is a great place to buy delicious treats.
Mill AKY Restaurant located on Carter Street in the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood is a great place for breakfast or lunch.
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Finely aged 20th-century homes surround a central greenspace
The neighborhood is home to some of Ashland's finest architecture. Tree-shaded streets enwrap the neighborhood's central greenspace, forming a grid of city blocks lined with Masonic temples, neoclassical churches and Victorian-style homes with red-brick alleyways running behind them. Many homes are from the 20th century, including Cape Cod houses, American Foursquares, Craftsman-style homes and Colonial Revivals. Most sell for between $100,000 and $225,000. Some homes are in need of repairs and are sold as investment properties instead, usually for between $20,000 and $60,000. Something the neighborhood is lacking, however, is an adequate inventory of multi-family options even though a majority of residents are renters. “Especially downtown, we don't have a lot of apartments and condos,” Christie says. “I think we could definitely support more middle-to-above apartments and condos downtown.”
A beautiful craftsman home in Central Avenue-29th Street features a one car attached garage.
Two story brick homes can be found on many streets of the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood in Ashland, KY.
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Lego robotics clubs and National Honor Society in high-ranking schools
Students in the neighborhood begin school at Crabbe Elementary, which is rated C-plus by Niche. In addition to an award-winning academic team, Crabbe Elementary offers STEM opportunities through its Lego Robotics League, which competes regionally. Ashland Middle School earns a B-minus rating and is known for hosting football games at its popular Putnam Stadium, which received a major renovation in 2024. Paul G. Blazer High School is the last step for most students, some of whom take advantage of the school's many extracurriculars, like National Honor Society. The high school has a B-plus Niche rating and is ranked the 2nd best high school in the Tri-State area, outranked only by Russell High School.
Crabbe Elementary School in Central Avenue-29th Street serves the children in grades K-5.
Many students from the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood attend Ashland Middle School.
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Easy commutes to King's Daughter Medical Center, long walks to groceries
Sidewalks and marked pedestrian crossings make the neighborhood walkable. Some residents even walk to work or doctor's appointments at King's Daughters Medical Center, Ashland's largest hospital. But Ashland does not have a public transit system, meaning residents without a car might have to walk more than a mile to reach groceries.
King's Daughters Medical Center, Ashland's largest hospital, is located in the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood.
Many residents of Central Avenue-29th Street buy their groceries at Kroger located in the Midtown Mall.
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Downtown activity protected by levees from Ohio River flooding
Due to its proximity to the core of Ashland, a few sections of the neighborhood can be a bit busy and noisy, particularly spots around 12th Street. Although the neighborhood is less than 2,000 feet from the flood-prone Ohio River, Ashland's levees protect much of the neighborhood from major floods. There are a few pockets of lower-lying areas that have some risk, and large puddles do usually form on rainy days. But most residential areas are not in a flood zone.
Crime is also somewhat of a factor in the neighborhood, which has a CAP Index Score of 6. Although 2 points above the national average, the neighborhood still sees lower crime rates than Center City Ashland, which has a score of 7.
Due to its proximity to the core of Ashland, a few sections of the Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood can be a bit busy and noisy.
The Central Avenue-29th Street neighborhood is situated less than 2,000 feet the flood-prone Ohio River.
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Parks in this Area
Central Park
Central Park
Transit
Airport
Tri-State/Milton J Ferguson Field
21 min drive
Central Avenue-29th Street Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Avenue-29th Street, Ashland sell after 3 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Avenue-29th Street, Ashland over the last 12 months is $962,500, up 324% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,206
Median Age
41
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,442
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,685
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.6%
College Graduates
18.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
47.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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