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Cherry Avenue North

Cherry Avenue North

$96,819 Average Value
$178 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Football culture and downtown fun

Sandwiched between one-way thoroughfares in the heart of Canton's north side, Cherry Avenue North is a 16-block long residential and commercial enclave steps away from the city center and a local landmark known for its role in launching one of the world's most successful sports leagues. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, entertainment centers, museums and historic parks, this community has a vibrant and connected culture in a city steeped in football history.

Centennial Square near Cherry Avenue North is a popular destination for local events.
Centennial Square near Cherry Avenue North is a popular destination for local events.
The Cherry Road North neighborhood celebrates the NFL Football Hall of Fame.
The Cherry Road North neighborhood celebrates the NFL Football Hall of Fame.
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Historic homes stretch out from the city center

The neighborhood, just east of downtown, consists of a narrow stretch of mixed-use blocks. The southern portion is more commercial, while Foursquares, ranch-style homes and split-levels line the northern streets blocks between Cherry Avenue Northeast, which runs northbound, and Walnut Avenue Northeast, which runs south. Generally, yards get more spacious the farther they are from downtown. Most residents use street parking, as many of the homes are older, built mainly between 1900 and 1950, and often do not come with garages. Prices range from $50,000 to $150,000.

A well-maintained example of a Colonial Style Home in Cherry Avenue North.
A well-maintained example of a Colonial Style Home in Cherry Avenue North.
A two-family ranch home located in the Cherry Avenue North Neighborhood.
A two-family ranch home located in the Cherry Avenue North Neighborhood.
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Taverns, cafes and grills

Being next door to downtown has its perks— namely that restaurants and shops are just a few blocks away. For groceries, StarkFresh Food Justice Campus is a few blocks south of the neighborhood, but for a broader selection, there’s a Giant Eagle Supermarket 3.5 miles west of the community. El Fogon Caribbean Grill serves authentic Dominican food inside a brick building with a colorful, modern atmosphere. Muggswigz Coffee & Tea, one of four locations, has a bit of an old English library feel and serves in-house roasted brews. Open since 1902, Bender’s Tavern is a popular, high-end restaurant known not only for its fresh seafood—flown-in daily— but also as the birthplace of the National Football League. It was here within the oak-paneled walls in 1920 that Ralph Hay and Jim Thorpe met and discussed starting what would eventually become a $190 billion enterprise 100 years later. “They celebrated with dinner and drinks,” says John Jacob, fourth-generation owner of Bender’s Tavern. He adds that Thorpe, a pioneering football player and an Olympic gold medalist who was the NFL's first president, was a regular at the restaurant; “He was known to buy a bottle of whiskey for himself and a bottle of whiskey for his friends at Bender’s.”

Benders Tavern is a favorite dining destination near Cherry Avenue North.
Benders Tavern is a favorite dining destination near Cherry Avenue North.
Muggswigz is a popular coffee house near the Cherry Avenue North neighborhood.
Muggswigz is a popular coffee house near the Cherry Avenue North neighborhood.
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Historic parks and football history

Established in 1894, Nimisilla Park is a historic, tree-shaded spot with a playground, basketball courts, chess and covered picnic tables. Just east is Cooks Lagoon Park, surrounded by red maples and white oaks, with a small fishing pond at its center that feeds into Nimishillen Creek. The Canton Museum of Art, The Stark Library and Centennial Plaza are all within walking distance. The library presents a calendar of events throughout the year, such as "How-To Fair,'' which includes quick sessions on such basics as resume writing, necktie tying, cooking, and more. Centennial Plaza is an outdoor amphitheater known as the heart of the Hall of Fame City. “The plaza was a $12 million dollar project by the city of Canton and the Pro Football Hall of Fame, created in honor of football,” says Jacob. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is about 3 miles west of the community.

A man uses a metal detector at Nimissila Park near the Cherry Road North neighborhood.
A man uses a metal detector at Nimissila Park near the Cherry Road North neighborhood.
Residents of Cherry Avenue North enjoy fishing at Cooks Lagoon Park.
Residents of Cherry Avenue North enjoy fishing at Cooks Lagoon Park.
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First Fridays

Throughout the year, the first Friday of every month is celebrated with lively events involving restaurants, shops and galleries in downtown Canton, as well as entertainment at the Hall of Fame Centennial Plaza. “The first Fridays started off as a big celebration of the arts and the restaurants in the downtown, and it has been extremely successful for the past 15 years,” says Jacob.

Cherry Avenue North is located near the Centennial Park in Canton.
Cherry Avenue North is located near the Centennial Park in Canton.
Visitors take in the Canton Museum of Art exhibits near  Cherry Avenue North.
Visitors take in the Canton Museum of Art exhibits near Cherry Avenue North.
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The Canton City School District

The Canton City School District serves the residents of Cherry Avenue North. Students can begin their education at Gibbs Elementary School and Hartford Middle School, both of which scored a C-minus on Niche. They can continue their education at McKinley High School, which received a C. McKinley High offers Advanced Placement courses in biology, environmental science, English language and composition, U.S. history and psychology.

Students from Cherry Avenue North excel at McKinley High School.
Students from Cherry Avenue North excel at McKinley High School.
Gibbs Elementary School in Canton, Ohio, serves the Cherry Avenue North neighborhood.
Gibbs Elementary School in Canton, Ohio, serves the Cherry Avenue North neighborhood.
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Travel in and out of Cherry Avenue North

Ohio Route 43 borders Cherry Avenue North to the east and west, providing a direct route to Interstate 77 and the neighboring city of Akron 24 miles north. Public transportation is available through The Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA), which services stops along Walnut Avenue and Cherry Avenue. The Akron-Canton Airport is about 11 miles north.

Cherry Avenue North residents ride the Sarta for their public transportation needs.
Cherry Avenue North residents ride the Sarta for their public transportation needs.
Cherry Avenue North residents have convenient access to Route 30 and Interstate 77.
Cherry Avenue North residents have convenient access to Route 30 and Interstate 77.
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Crime

Cherry Avenue North experiences a higher crime rate than the average American neighborhood, with a CAP Index score of 9 compared to the U.S. average of 4.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cherry Avenue North US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 9 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 8 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Cherry Avenue North Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$550,000
Median Sale Price
$479,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$479,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
105
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1921
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,529
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,755
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
987
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,009

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
650
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$30,125
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,124

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
7.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

71 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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