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Historic Ridgewood

Historic Ridgewood

$288,364 Average Value
$225 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

A time capsule of 1920s Canton

One of the first Canton neighborhoods, Historic Ridgewood would deliver a nostalgic feeling even without the nod to history in its name. Made up of 295 early 1900s Tudors and colonials, this nationally registered historic place offers walkability, proximity to downtown and reminders of turn-of-the-century lifestyles. “It’s a very, very pedestrian-friendly community, and it's an enjoyable walk,” says Pamela Oster, Realtor with eXp Realty. “It’s very Hallmark.” Along with historic charm and the ability to get around on foot to enjoy it, the community is surrounded by sprawling parks and city attractions, like Weis Park and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The amenities and accessibility, coupled with the quaint charm of this stretch of preserved 1920s Canton, Historic Ridgewood is a sought-after neighborhood. Oster relays a story about a client who said he used to ride his bike around the neighborhood as a child, aspiring to move there someday. “It's telling how respected it is among locals.”

The Historic Ridgewood neighborhood is on the  National Register of historic places.
The Historic Ridgewood neighborhood is on the National Register of historic places.
Historic Ridgewood is located near the National Football Hall of Fame.
Historic Ridgewood is located near the National Football Hall of Fame.
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Trademark Tudor Revivals line red brick streets

Oak trees and historic lampposts line the red brick roads dotted with Tutor Revivals and colonials. “The homes have character— they’re the calling card, and they’re part of the city's history,” says Oster. “Ridgewood was home to the ‘who’s who’ of Canton from about 1920 to 1940.” The trees provide shade and seclusion for homes, which sit far from the street, connected by long front driveways. Most houses have two to three stories, with 2,500 or more square feet. Prices range from $200,000 to $400,000, higher than the Canton average home sale price, which hovers around $170,000.
Historic Ridgewood has a homeowner’s association. Annual dues are $120, which go to historic preservation, security, neighborhood social events and beautification. “It’s a very nominal fee, so it's not a situation where they provide shoveling of snow or lawn mowing or stuff like that,” says Oster.

Brick lined streets and historic lamp posts add to the charm of Historic Ridgewood.
Brick lined streets and historic lamp posts add to the charm of Historic Ridgewood.
Large Tudor homes can be found in Historic Ridgewood.
Large Tudor homes can be found in Historic Ridgewood.
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Walks to Walkie Talkie Espresso & Coffee and shopping up north

Housed in a historic building that used to be a filling station, Walkie Talkie Espresso & Coffee is a popular local gathering spot with an artsy, eclectic vibe. The owners, Lindsey and John King, pride themselves on making everything from scratch, from the pastries to the syrups, which include classic flavors along with more unique ones like rosemary. With a charming atmosphere and plenty of seating, this is the kind of place where people sit and stay for a bit. “It’s definitely a social gathering spot for the neighborhood,” says John King, the shop manager and husband to the owner, Lindsey King. “And that’s kind of core to the mission of Walkie Talkie— getting people out walking and talking more.” A little farther south, Sparta Steak House & Lounge is a more upscale restaurant featuring steak and seafood. For groceries, there’s a Giant Eagle Supermarket a mile and a half north of the neighborhood, just across U.S. Route 62.

Walkie Talkie Espresso and Coffee is great gathering spot near Historic Ridgewood.
Walkie Talkie Espresso and Coffee is great gathering spot near Historic Ridgewood.
Giant Eagle Market is located near the Historic Ridgewood neighborhood.
Giant Eagle Market is located near the Historic Ridgewood neighborhood.
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Parks, museums and libraries

Weis Park borders the neighborhood to the north, sprawling with athletic fields and picnic areas. It also features tennis courts, playgrounds and walking trails. For the more adventurous, the park has zip lines. Stark Library - North Branch is right across the street. Just over 2 miles west, Stadium Park offers a scenic nature escape with a pond and a creek lined with shade trees. The park also has sports courts, fields and facilities for soccer, tennis, baseball, pickleball, shuffleboard and chess. And, of course, no Canton neighborhood would be complete without mention of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. About 2 miles west of Historic Ridgewood, this museum showcases the NFL’s 100-plus-years of history and the players that made it. Surrounding the museum is the Hall of Fame Village, a 100-acre sports and entertainment spot.

Playgrounds and tennis courts can be found at Weis Park near Historic Ridgewood.
Playgrounds and tennis courts can be found at Weis Park near Historic Ridgewood.
Fishing and Ice Skating are popular activities at Stadium Park near Historic Ridgewood.
Fishing and Ice Skating are popular activities at Stadium Park near Historic Ridgewood.
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Events by Historic Ridgewood’s HOA

Historic Ridgewood’s HOA holds frequent neighborhood events and get-togethers. “Being a unique community, it is a lot of folks who have that joint interest in homes of history, and so they do come together because of that, among other things,” says Oster. “They do lots of parties and gatherings.” Canton also has First Fridays, held downtown from May to October.

The Canton City School District

The Canton City School District serves Historic Ridgewood. Students can start their education at Belle Stone Elementary School for Kindergarten through 4th grade, Clarendon Elementary School for 5th and 6th grades and Crenshaw Middle School for 7th and 8th grades. All scored a C-minus on Niche. Students can move on to McKinley High School, which earned a C. McKinley offers over 15 Career and Technical Education pathways, including automotive technology, broadcast media, culinary arts, horticulture and pre-engineering. Malone University, a private Christian college with just under 1,000 students, borders the neighborhood to the north.

Students from Historic Ridgewood may attend McKinley High School.
Students from Historic Ridgewood may attend McKinley High School.
Belle Stone Elementary School has an overall B- rating on niche.
Belle Stone Elementary School has an overall B- rating on niche.
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Walk, drive or take the bus

Historic Ridgewood is about 2 miles north of downtown. The Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA) services several bus stops along 25th Street Northwest and nearby Cleveland Avenue Northwest. The Akron-Canton Airport is about 10 miles north.

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Transit

Airport

Akron-Canton Regional

14 min drive

Bus

Market Ave N And 23rd St

Bus

25th St And Harvard Ave NW

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Historic Ridgewood US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Historic Ridgewood Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$354,350
Median Sale Price
$419,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$359,350
Median Change From 1st List Price
-5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$225

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
245
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1928
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,750
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
599
Median Age
42
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,187
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,133

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.1%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.5%
Advanced Degrees
18.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

41 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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