Washington Park
Older homes that have aged well
Homes in the Washington Park area have small front yards or sit just off the sidewalk along the city’s tree-lined streets. Most homes have front porches that allow homeowners to take advantage of cool evening breezes and neighborly chats. “Washington Park is on the north side of Ithaca, and the park of the same name sits right in the middle,” says Hogue. “Most homes were built more than 100 years ago as homes for the working class. There are some very nice homes in the area that people have spent money on. The area is being gentrified.” Italianate and Victorian homes in their simplest forms are popular. Colonial, craftsman and foursquare styles are also found here. Homebuyers can expect to pay between $290,000 and $510,000 for an updated foursquare home with modern amenities.
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Good grade schools and great colleges
Children in the area may begin their public education at Beverly J. Martin Elementary School. The school has a 7-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-minus rating from Niche. DeWitt Middle School has an 8-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus rating. Ithaca Senior High School has an A rating. The school has an average SAT score of 1350.Cornell University is a private, researched-based Ivy League school in Ithaca. The university has about 22,000 students, including more than 5,100 foreign students from 120 nations. Famous alumni include Dr. Anthony Fauci and Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg.
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Washington Park’s “gorges” green spaces
Washington Park, the green space within the neighborhood is a small but well-tended park with several shaded walking paths. Ithaca’s official slogan is “Ithaca is gorges.” Throughout the region, the narrow gorges, formed eons ago by retreating glaciers, feature plunging waterfalls, cascading streams and water-carved cliffsides. Local parks and trails provide stunning views. Cascadilla Gorge Trail is a 10-minute walk from Washington Park. This stunning, three-quarter-mile trail leads from Downtown Ithaca to the Cornell University campus. In the course of the walk, hikers pass eight waterfalls, ranging in size from eight to 80 feet. Once one enters the trail, the sounds of the city are immediately muted by rushing water. Conway Park is a small, triangular-shaped park steps outside the neighborhood. The fenced-in area features a playground area and a large, open field. Alex Haley Pool is a public swimming pool in the community that is open during summer months. The Greater Ithaca Activities Center is in Washington Park. The large, multi-cultural center provides afterschool care for students and social programs for all age groups, including local trips for senior citizens.
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Steps from shopping and supping
Washington Park residents have a wide range of shopping options. The neighborhood is just steps from the DeWitt Mall, a multi-use facility with shops, restaurants and office space. Buffalo Street Books sells a variety of titles and subjects and features book signings and story hours. Fibers is a women’s apparel store that sells the latest fashions and trendy jewelry. Grocery shoppers can check off their lists at GreenStar Food Coop in the mall or walk a half mile to Wegmans. During the summer months, the Ithaca Farmers Market on nearby Meadow Street offers local produced vegetables, flowers and crafts.There are plenty of dining options in the area. Coal Yard Café is a neighborhood spot to grab a morning cup of joe. Luna Inspired Street Food is a favorite spot for tacos. Wings Over Ithaca and Moosewood Restaurants are popular dinner spots.
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Plenty to do and see in Ithaca
Nearby Stewart Park hosts Ithaca’s annual Reggae Fest in June. Along with dancing, kids’ activities, yoga and skateboarding, the music-filled event includes food trucks and craft vendors. The Apple Harvest Festival returns with crisp fall weather. During the three-day festival, visitors are introduced to all sorts of facts and information regarding the apple, including delectable new recipes and apple cider.
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A walkable city with hilly terrain
Washington Park is bordered by NY 13, which runs through the city and runs into Interstate 81. Commuters to Syracuse can follow that route for the 53-mile drive to Salt City. The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is 5 miles via NY 13. The Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit company provides bus service throughout the area. Although this is a walkable neighborhood, residents may prefer to have a vehicle during inclement weather. Winters are cold and snowy. Due to the snowfall and the very hilly terrain, drivers should note that in winter snow tires and chains are often necessary.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian DeYoung
Brian DeYoung
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(607) 882-6581
76 Total Sales
2 in Washington Park
$302K - $485K Price Range
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Terri Starr
Terri Starr
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
(607) 564-4392
118 Total Sales
1 in Washington Park
$225,000 Price
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Jamie Jensen
Jamie Jensen
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna
(607) 391-2590
97 Total Sales
2 in Washington Park
$395K - $503K Price Range
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Melissa Shames
Melissa Shames
Howard Hanna
(607) 275-5407
127 Total Sales
2 in Washington Park
$255K - $270K Price Range
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Karen Hollands
Karen Hollands
Howard Hanna
(607) 269-4358
210 Total Sales
3 in Washington Park
$300K - $445K Price Range
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Jolene Rightmyer-Macolini
Jolene Rightmyer-Macolini
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty
(607) 366-5949
112 Total Sales
1 in Washington Park
$485,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Conway Park
Washington Park
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Washington Park Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
283
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1890
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,657
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,125
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,064
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,286
Median Age
37
Population under 18
17.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,384
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,969
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
63.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
83
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
92
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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