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A front-porch community
Just north of Downtown Canton is Gibbs Area, a small neighborhood with convenient access to highways, parks and schools. Its high percentage of renters and smaller homes make Gibbs a more economical neighborhood than its surrounding areas. The median single-family home price in Gibbs hovers around $65,000, while the median in Canton as a whole is $154,000.
Gibbs Area residents enjoy community activities and support through the local school district and the parks department. “I would describe Gibbs as a front-porch community,” says Mike Boylan, who grew up in Gibbs and is now a Realtor at Cutler Realty. “Everyone knows each other.”
Brian's Park swing set are the kids' favorite.
Students excel at McKinley High School.
Residents of the Gibbs Area kick back & relax while listening to the Cleveland Guardians.
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Turn-of-the-century setting near downtown Canton
Laid out in a grid, Gibbs is bordered by the thoroughfare of 12th Street Northeast to the south and 15th Street Northeast to the north. The homes are historic, many of them built in the first half of the 20th century. Architectural styles vary, with Craftsman bungalows, ranch-style and two-story colonial-style homes the most prominent. These houses tend to be more compact, with most 1,500 square feet or less. Homes needing renovation tend to sell for $20,000 to $50,000, while turn-key homes go for $60,000 to $120,000. “There are also property investors that buy many of these houses and rent them out, which also contributes to the area’s high renter rate,” Boylan explains. Nearly half of Gibbs Area residents rent their homes.
There is a wide array of architectural styles found in Gibbs.
Colonial style homes stand out in Gibbs.
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Restaurants with a hometown feel
Though Gibbs Area is mainly residential, shopping and dining options are nearby. The Desert Inn is a local Mediterranean restaurant that has served the community since 1970. For a night out, Hob Nob Tavern is located on Harrisburg Road Northeast, just east of the neighborhood. “It’s like Cheers, everybody knows everybody,” says Angela Porter, manager and daughter of the owner of Hob Nob Tavern. “Everybody grew up together; everybody’s kids and grandkids play together.” Serving locals for over 30 years, this hometown bar is open to residents of Gibbs Area only. “If you belong to the neighborhood, you just fill out an application to become a member.”
For discounted groceries, there is a Save A Lot on Tuscarawas Street West. Other local markets include Giant Eagle Supermarket, StarkFresh Grocery and Marc’s Stores. Belden Village Mall, located about 6 miles northwest of the neighborhood, has over 90 stores and restaurants.
Gibbs Area residents enjoy dinner at The Desert Inn.
Get necessities at Marc's with the convenience of being so close to home in the Gibbs Area.
Hob Nob is a local bar for residents of the Gibbs Area who become members.
Giant Eagle is just a few blocks away from the Gibbs Area.
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Education updates for Canton schools
The Canton City School District serves the students of Gibbs Area. Prospective schools include Gibbs Elementary School and Crenshaw Middle School, both of which achieved an overall C-minus grade on Niche. Plans to improve Crenshaw include adding a gymnasium and a new 9,199-square-foot building for career- and technical-education classes. There are also plans to convert a section of former administrative offices into a family resource center. Students can continue their education at McKinley Senior High School, which received a C. McKinley High is known for its football team, the McKinley Bulldogs, which has famously rivaled Washington High School’s Massillon Tigers since 1894.
Students excel at McKinley High School.
Children are offered a great education at Crenshaw Middle School.
Kids are challenged to excel at Gibbs Elementary School.
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SARTA is the local public transportation in the Gibbs Area.
Getting around Gibbs
This walkable neighborhood also provides public transportation through The Stark Area Regional Transit Authority, which serves several bus stops along Gibbs Avenue and 12th Street. The Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital is about a mile to the west for emergencies or clinical treatments. The closest airport is the Akron-Canton Airport, which is about 11 miles north via Interstate 77. Other highway routes include State Route 43, State Route 153 and I-77 for commuting to northeast Ohio.
Gibbs Ave NE runs right through the middle of the Gibbs neighborhood.
Crime
The Gibbs Area experiences a higher rate of crime than the average U.S. neighborhood, with a CAP Index score of 9 compared to the nation's average score of 4.
Canton Parks and Recreation and The Pro Football Hall of Fame
To the east of Gibbs is Nimisilla Park; the grounds have basketball courts and a playground, making it the local go-to park for short walks or recreation. To the north, Brian’s Park is a popular small park for dog walking. Additional parks nearby include Riverside, Schreiber, Weis and Stadium parks. Canton’s Parks and Recreation offers many youth recreation programs, including baseball, softball, basketball, football, golf and tennis. The department also offers softball and volleyball leagues for adults.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame, a Canton fixture, is about 3 miles east of the neighborhood and draws crowds to the area every summer for annual induction ceremonies and a traditional preseason National Football League game.
Children enjoy the jungle gym at Nimisilla Park.
Brian's Park is a great way for children to have fun and play with other Gibbs Area residents.
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Parks in this Area
Nimisilla Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Weis Park
King Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Bors Field
Schreiber Park
Vassar Hill Park
Brian's Park
Transit
Airport
Akron-Canton Regional
15 min drive
Bus
12th St And Spring Ave NE
Bus
Akron Canton Food Bank
Bus
12th St And Gibbs NE
Bus
Gibbs Ave And 14th St NE
Bus
12th St NE And Rowland Ave
Bus
12th St And Plain Ave NE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Gibbs Area
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
10
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Gibbs Area Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gibbs Area, Canton sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Gibbs Area, Canton over the last 12 months is $72,250, up 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Investors or first time home buyers... Nice clean home with single floor living. Spacious living room opens up to dining room. There is an eat in kitchen which leads to the back porch, small yard and garage. Two bedrooms are split by a full bathroom. Located across for elementary school. Corner lot.
Don't pass up this fabulously updated Two Story on a large, treed corner lot. Interior has been freshly updated with lots of new flooring and paint. The partially fenced lot leads back to your detached garage with access from the side street. The tall ceilings make the first floor feel open and airy and the second floor offers the 2 bedrooms and a full bath as well as access to the walk-up attic
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
920
Median Age
37
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,987
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,737
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88%
College Graduates
5.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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