Sitting at the confluence of West Sippo Creek and the Tuscarawas River is West Massillon, a neighborhood directly west of downtown Massillon. New Englanders first settled in Massillon in the early 1800s for the region’s proximity to the waters and easy transport. Today, the area retains the same generational homes built from the previous century but has also developed into “an established and accessible neighborhood,” says Stephanie Sayles, a local Stark County real estate agent with Whipple Auction & Realty Inc. life in West Massillon offers proximity to downtown without the accompanying hubbub, as residents here enjoy a sparse, suburban landscape.
Historic homes and tree-lined streets
Laid out in a grid, the residential area stretches from the Tuscarawas River in the east to 17th Street Northwest to the west. West Massillon homes sit atop lawns speckled with mature trees, providing shade to many front yards. Most homes were built between the 1870s and the 1920s with ranch-style, Colonial Revival and four-square architecture. The median lot size is around an eighth of an acre, smaller than those in adjacent neighborhoods to the west. Prices range from $60,000 to $170,000, with homes built after 1950 falling on the higher end of the spectrum.
The Massillon City School District
The Massillon City School District serves the residents of West Massillon. Students can begin their education at Gorrell Elementary, graded a C-plus on Niche. They can finish their education at Massillon Intermediate School, Massillon Junior High School, and Washington High School, all of which B-minus grades on Niche. Washington High, home to the Massillon Tigers, has a rigorous athletics program. Local private academies include Massillon Christian School and St. Mary Elementary.
A disc golf enthusiast takes on the course in Lincoln Park in West Massillon.
Outdoor recreation abounds
To the east of the community is Oak Knoll Park, which hosts a playground, covered pavilion, open playing fields and walking trails. The kids' pool and splash pads are open during summer. Lincoln Park offers an 18-basket disc golf course and a playground within a wooded nature reprieve. Wampler and Lawndale Park offer outdoor amenities like basketball, baseball and tennis courts, while the Massillon Recreation Center features indoor amenities such as a fitness center, swimming pool and a running track.
A resident stands outside the Old Timers Bar & Griddle in West Massillon.
Local restaurants and nearby shopping districts
Located off State Route 172 is Top of the Viaduct Restaurant & Catering, serving classic American fare in a warm, homey atmosphere. For a night out, Old Timers Bar & Griddle serves happy hour pub grub with a laid-back hometown bar feel. Just east of the neighborhood across State Route 21 is the Towne Plaza Shopping Center, which has Save A Lot for discounted groceries, a Walgreens Pharmacy and a few local restaurants. Buehler's Fresh Food is another grocery store that is located at the Mayflower Plaza Shopping Center, 1 mile west of the community. The Home Depot is about 3 miles east of West Massillon, providing tools, appliances, and gardening supplies.
A community that gets together
“Massillon is a wonderful historic district,” says Cindy, a librarian at Massillon Public Library for over 13 years. “The city does many fun and free events for the public; the town is very community-oriented, and locals support each other.” Annual community festivals include Fun Fest and Massillon Museum Island Party, where local vendors set up booths and offer food and fun activities for residents. The Summer Concert Series takes place in Duncan Plaza, where music fills the air from June to August. “Another big thing is football,” adds Cindy. “People throw rallies and tailgating parties to support the Massillon Tigers, which is the local high school football team.”
Travel in West Massillon and beyond
The SARTA bus provides transport throughout Stark County. People can find bus stops around the neighborhood to access Massillon’s city center and northern regions like Canton. State Routes 21 and 172 border West Massillon, providing driving routes to northeast Ohio. The closest airport is Akron-Canton Airport, about 12 miles north via State Route 241. Commuters can expect a 55-mile drive north on Interstate 77 to access Cleveland.
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Parks in this Area
Lincoln Park
Arthur Genshaft Memorial Park
Reservoir Park
Wampler Park
Kiwanis Park
John Glenn Grove
Oak Knoll Park
Transit
Airport
Akron-Canton Regional
23 min drive
Bus
6th St And Pike Ave SW
Bus
17th St And Walnut Rd SW
Bus
Tremont Ave And 5th St SW
Bus
Lincoln Way W And Francis Pl
Bus
6th St And Tremont Ave SW
Bus
W Lincoln Way St And 14th St
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W Lincoln Way St And 12th St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Massillon
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Massillon, Massillon sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Massillon, Massillon over the last 12 months is $130,888, up 10% from the average 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
2,552
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,555
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,613
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.8%
College Graduates
4.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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