Avonia
Neighborhood in Girard, Pennsylvania
Erie County 16415, 16423
Lakefront estates and tree-lined lots
The most expensive homes in Avonia sit along the shores of Lake Erie. Waterfront properties feature boathouses, private stretches of sandy beach and spacious patios with panoramic views of the water. Prices on the lakefront range from about $575,000 for a three-bedroom ranch-style house to $1.3 million for a five-bedroom estate with multiple acres of land. Farther from the water, residential streets branch off Pennsylvania Route 5 and do not have sidewalks. Homebuyers will find a mix of bi-level, ranch-style and Colonial Revival homes built throughout the second half of the 20th century. Most houses sit on tree-lined lots that average just over half an acre. These single-family homes tend to sell for around $215,000 for a three-bedroom ranch-style to $385,000 for a four-bedroom bi-level.
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Dazzling sunsets and trout fishing at Avonia Beach Park
Avonia Beach Park is one of the smaller beaches in Erie County and is known as a quiet spot to watch the sunset. The beach sits where Trout Run empties into Lake Erie, and while fishing in the creek is prohibited elsewhere, shore fishing at the mouth of Trout Run is allowed. Steelhead trout swim upstream each fall, and from September to October, anglers stand shoulder-to-shoulder at the mouth of the creek in hopes of reeling in the fish. About 3 miles west along the lakefront is YMCA Camp Sherwin, where YMCA membership enables free access to an outdoor pool, playground and splash pad. Alternatively, residents can pay a daily admission fee to enter the camp, which also has rustic cabins available for rental year-round. Those looking to get on the water can head 4 miles north to Walnut Creek Beach, which has six public boat launches. “There’s also a small marina down there, and it’s really a wonderful beach. A lot of lake fishermen will head that way,” Jones says. Next to the beach is the Lake Shore Country Club, where members can access an 18-hole golf course with scenic vistas of Lake Erie.
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French exchange program at Fairview High School
Students may attend the Fairview School District, which Niche ranks as the best school district in the Erie area. “One of the biggest selling points in Fairview is that the schools are exceptional. That’s the reason we ended up here,” Jones says. The district follows a 1:1 technology initiative, and all third- through 12th-grade students are given iPads. Fairview Elementary School and Fairview Middle School both earn an A from Niche, while Fairview High School scores an A-minus. Teens can apply to one of the high school’s academies and enroll in one of the following specialized pathways: Arts & Communication, Business, Finance, & Information Technology, Health & Science, Human Services and STEM. The high school also partners with Fernand Renaudeau High School in Cholet, France, to offer a two-week exchange program that immerses students in French culture.
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Festivities at Pleasant Ridge Park
Avonia is about a 3-mile drive north of Pleasant Ridge Park. The green space features miles of wooded nature trails, a playground and an 18-hole disc golf course where residents can compete in tournaments like the Ice Chains Open and Mid-Summer Classic. “We love it there. Fairview is a sleepy enough town that the park isn’t overwhelmed with a ton of people,” Jones says. Fairview Township Parks and Recreation hosts year-round festivities in the green space, including movies and concerts in the summer. The colder months bring abundant snow to Erie County, and Winter Fun Day takes advantage of the snowfall with horse-drawn wagon rides, Siberian husky demos and a cross-country ski scavenger hunt in the park.PA Route 5 connects residents to downtown Erie
Avonia lacks public transportation and is largely car-dependent. PA 5 bisects the community and leads about 6 miles north to Erie International Airport and 12 miles north to the cultural hub of downtown Erie. Residents are also less than 10 miles north of Interstate 90, and the Ohio-Pennsylvania border is about an 18-mile drive west of Avonia.Local eateries and farm-fresh markets along PA 5
While Avonia is primarily residential, there are several restaurants and markets along PA 5. The Avonia Tavern serves up American classics in an industrial-style dining room, and the neighborhood haunt is best known for its signature smash burgers and seafood platters. The tavern also has a full-service bar with plenty of beach-themed cocktails. A bit farther east is Peppino’s Wine Bar and Chophouse, which brings a slice of Italy to Erie with its homemade pasta sauces and outdoor patio. Acres of farmland border Avonia to the west, and mom-and-pop shops like Mason Farms Roadside Market and Godfrey Run Farm Market sell everything from seasonal produce to local wines. Big-box shops such as Walmart and Wegmans line Pennsylvania Route 20, about a 5-mile drive from Avonia.
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Sally Stimpson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Fred Amendola
Fred Amendola
Keller Williams Realty
(814) 840-8170
417 Total Sales
1 in Avonia
$330,600 Price
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Tom Jones Group
Tom Jones Group
Keller Williams Realty
(814) 983-7634
97 Total Sales
2 in Avonia
$135K - $189K Price Range
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Seth Tuttle Jr
Seth Tuttle Jr
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate Group East
(814) 983-7841
91 Total Sales
2 in Avonia
$205K - $235K Price Range
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Trevor Thompson
Trevor Thompson
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Select - Peach
(814) 983-7523
114 Total Sales
1 in Avonia
$750,000 Price
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Lisa Rubino
Lisa Rubino
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate Group Erie
(814) 983-7472
157 Total Sales
1 in Avonia
$380,000 Price
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Linda Miklinski
Linda Miklinski
RE/MAX Real Estate Group East
(814) 983-6078
29 Total Sales
1 in Avonia
$550,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Avonia Beach Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Avonia | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Avonia Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Avonia, Girard sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Avonia, Girard over the last 12 months is $370,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$344,450
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$355,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
458
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,969
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,235
Median Age
46
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,426
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,688
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
44%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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