This Neighborhood is close to downtown but has own resources
Squeezed between the Cuyahoga River in the south and Downtown Cuyahoga Falls to the northeast, Broad Boulevard has easy access to the city's nightlife and public resources. Named after the major roadway in the north, the neighborhood stretches from downtown to Akron's Merriman Valley, covering an area much larger than a single boulevard. The neighborhood splits into two unequal sides by State Street in the west. Along with close public parks, a recreation center and home prices below the local average, this neighborhood offers downtown access while having its own resources.
Broad Boulevard is conveniently located near the amenities of downtown Cuyahoga Falls.
A view of the tree-lined divided Broad Boulevard in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood.
State street runs North and South in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood.
The Broad Boulevard neighborhood borders the Cuyahoga River and Route 8.
State Street in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood provides access to shopping and dining.
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Homes more affordable than other parts of greater Akron
Home prices range from $100,000 to $350,000, depending on size and condition. "It's got a lot of amenities, but home prices are still affordable," says Andy Bourn, a sales associate with Berkshire Hathaway Stoufer Realty. The local median sale price is $200,000, $40,000 lower than the median for greater Akron and over $300,000 less than the national median. Broad Boulevard’s homes sit in a grid pattern stretching from downtown to State Street. Homes west of State Street line winding roads till they stop at a ravine created by the river. Lots closest to downtown can be as small as 3,000 square feet, but as lots get closer to the ravine, they get as large as half an acre. Houses on both sides of State Street consist of two to three-bedroom Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods. Tudor Revivals are slightly less common and have between three and four bedrooms.
Ranches are another common homestyle in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood.
A beautiful example of a brick Colonial in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood of Cuyahoga Falls.
A Tudor style home located near the gorge in the Broad Boulevard Neighborhood.
Small Cape Cod homes with along quiet side streets are found throughout Broad Boulevard.
Colonial-style homes with large front porches can be found in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood.
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Gorge Dam set to come down by 2026
Broad Boulevard has two parks and an indoor recreation center. Gorge Metro Parks is on the neighborhood's south end and is famous for its unique rock formations. The park is also home to the Gorge Dam, slated for removal by 2026. Officials say the project will cause sporadic trail closures. The second park is Babb Run Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary by the ravine. The park is a habitat for the local bird population, but it also has walking trails and picnic areas. The Quirk Cultural Center is a block north of the river in the east and offers indoor programs for youths, adults and seniors, such as painting, ballet and pickleball. The center also has a playground and a kiddy pool.
The Gorge Metro Park in Broad Boulevard is a popular destination for residents to enjoy nature.
The Dam before its removal in the Gorge Metro Park in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood.
You can see the strangest of faces if you look at it right at Gorge Metro Park in Broad Blvd.
The Quirk Cultural Center in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood offers activities for all ages.
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Cuyahoga Falls High School has a student YouTube channel
The Cuyahoga Falls City School District provides the local public options. Most students start at Gordon Dewitt Elementary School, which Niche gives a B. Bolich Middle School earns a C, which is the last step before attending the C-plus-rated Cuyahoga Falls High School. The high school has a student-run YouTube channel called the Tiger News Network. The network has daily morning briefings, sketches and student interviews.
A variety of subjects challenge Broad Boulevard students at DeWitt Elementary School.
The playground is always active at the DeWitt Elementary School near Broad Boulevard.
Kids are challenged to excel at Bolich Middle School.
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Front Street hosts big festivals
Broad Boulevard locals visit Front Street for festivals, such as the Riverfront Irish Festival and Nightmare on Front Street. The Riverfront Irish Festival takes place over a June weekend and includes live-stage performances and alcohol vendors. Nightmare on Front Street is the local Halloween festival featuring live music and alcohol, and it also hosts a costume contest.
The Riverfront Irish Festival takes place every June in Cuyahoga Falls.
The Riverfront Irish Festival takes place on Front Street in Downtown Cuyahoga Falls.
Food trucks and vendors can be found at the Riverfront Irish Festival in Cuyahoga Falls.
There is live music at the Riverfront Irish Festival in downtown Cuyahoga Falls.
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Ohio Route 8 is less than a mile away
There are three main roadways on Broad Boulevard: State Street, Chestnut Boulevard, and, of course, Broad Boulevard. Chestnut and Broad connect to Front Street in the east for a half-mile walk or drive to downtown. Ohio Route 8 has a ramp downtown and runs 5 miles south to Akron and 36 miles north to Cleveland. The neighborhood's only bus stops are on Front Street for Akron Metro's buses 31 and 32.
Ride the 32 bus from the Broad Boulevard neighborhood to downtown Akron.
Residents of Broad Boulevard have easy access to Route 8.
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Stores and brunch on State Street, bars and breweries on Front Street
Residents go to one of two places for food, shopping and nightlife: State Street in the west and the reopened Front Street downtown. State Street has locally owned shops and restaurants alongside fast food options. The Blue Door Café and Bakery is one of State Road's most popular restaurants for its brunch menu and croissants. The street's stores include the Hourglass Boutique, a women's clothing store, and an Acme Fresh Market grocery store. Front Street was closed from the public for forty years of renovation but reopened in 2018. "Ever since they reopened Front Street, it's become the main attraction," says Simon Paul, a broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Simon & Salhaney. "It's legal to drink outside too, so there's a lot of bars in that area." One such bar is HiHO Brewing Company, which operates out of a renovated warehouse. In the summer and autumn, many drive 9 miles north to Szalay's Farm & Market to buy fresh produce. The nearest indoor shopping center is Summit Mall, 8 miles west.
The Blue Door Cafe and Bakery in Broad Boulevard is a highly rated restaurant.
Enjoy your brunch at the bar when dining at the Blue Door Cafe and Bakery in Broad Boulevard.
Residents of Broad Boulevard can shop at the Acme Fresh Market.
The Arthur Treacher's in the Broad Boulevard neighborhood is famous for fish and chips.
Punts and Pints on State Street is a popular sports bar in the Borad Boulevard neighborhood.
HiHO Brewery offers craft beers and wood-fired pizzas for the residents of Broad Boulevard.
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Parks in this Area
Babb Run Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary
Metroparks OVERLOOK
High Bridge Glens
Trails
Botanical Gardens
Multi-Purpose Field
Gorge Metro Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Quirk Cultural Center
Oak Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Cascade Valley Metro Park Valley View Area
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Akron-Canton Regional
25 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Broad Boulevard
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Broad Boulevard Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Broad Boulevard, Cuyahoga Falls sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Broad Boulevard, Cuyahoga Falls over the last 12 months is $225,000, up 3% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,147
Median Age
40
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,891
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,917
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.6%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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