What was once farmland is now Westarado, a bucolic neighborhood dotted with homes on large lots not too far from downtown Massillon. Its winding roads lead through wild landscapes and past farms, body shops, gravel suppliers and homes tucked behind groves of beeches and oaks. Though the immediate area does not have grocery stores or a downtown, residents can find shopping and events in downtown Massillon or nearby Canton. Students in the area are zoned for the Tuslaw School District, which is rated highly by Niche and Ohio School Report Cards. As the Massillon area grows, development spreads its way into Westarado. “It’s up and coming,” says Heather Emmert, Realtor with EXP Realty.
Westarado offers many homes with large plots of land.
Don't miss the Midwest beauty of Westarado.
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Farmhouses dot the countryside
Two-lane roads wind past fields and industrial buildings, leading to pockets of homes lining the streets closer to town and dotting the countryside farther out. Spacious plots are a major feature in Westarado. In downtown Massillon, the median lot size is under a quarter acre, but in Westarado, they average around 1 acre. “Ranch-style homes sell quickly. Most have a full basement, so people will finish the basement and double their living area,” says Emmert. “There are some newer construction homes in the area selling a bit slower due to supply and demand as well as smaller lot sizes.” Architectural styles include farmhouses, Foursquares and ranch-style homes. Higher home prices correlate to more extensive square footage and acreage; buyers can expect a range between $150,000 to $400,000.
Small farms are common in the Westarado neighborhood.
Ranch homes can be found throughout the Westarado neighborhood.
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Downtown dining and rural restaurants found off the beaten path
Though Westarado is mainly rural, a string of restaurants and fast-food spots run along Ohio Route 21, bordering the neighborhood to the east, and past the cloverleaf interchange along U.S. Route 62. Erie Street Pub is a sports bar with a local dive feel, serving home-style cooking made from scratch. Another popular spot is The Nook—aptly named, this upscale barbeque restaurant is hidden along a rural roadside surrounded by a thick cluster of trees. With dim lighting, dark wood accents and a string-lit patio, The Nook has a refined yet rustic vibe. Locals can pick up groceries at the Aldi along Erie Street South, about 2 miles east of Westarado, or at the Walmart Supercenter on Massillon Marketplace Drive Southwest. “Massillon has about every store you’d need, and Belden Village Mall in Canton is about 20 to 25 minutes away if you need more selection,” says Emmert.
Benders in downtown Massillon is a popular dining destination for residents of Westarado.
Residents enjoy fine dining at the Nook Smokehouse and Grill near the Westarado neighborhood.
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Local parks and peaceful walks along the Towpath Trail
The city of Massillon maintains 30 parks. There's a disc golf course and pickleball courts at Lincoln Park and an ice skating rink at Wampler Park. The Congressman Ralph Regula Towpath Trail winds its way along the Tuscarawas River, parallel to the Ohio and Erie Canal. “It was once a path where mules walked to tow barges up the canal,” says Mark Laity Snyder, a local resident and hiker. “It’s quiet there; sometimes you can spot a deer or a rabbit.” Hikers may also spot horses, which are allowed on the 25-mile-long trail. East of the neighborhood across Ohio Route 21 is Arthur Genshaft Fields, a baseball field hosting adult softball leagues.
A cyclist enjoys riding along the Ralph Regula Towpath Trail near the Westarado neighborhood.
The Towpath Trail at John Glenn Grove is great for walking your dog.
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The Tuslaw School District is well-liked
Westarado students are zoned for the Tuslaw School District. “People really like the Tuslaw schools. Massillon has better football, but the education is better in Tuslaw,” Emmert says. Students can begin their education at Tuslaw Elementary School, which scored a B-plus on Niche, before continuing on to Tuslaw Middle School, which received an A-minus. Students can also attend Tuslaw High School, which scored a B on Niche and got a five out of five on their Ohio School Report Card. Tuslaw High offers Advanced Placement courses and opportunities to sign up for dual enrollment classes. Canton, 12 miles east, has several public and private universities, namely Kent State University Stark Campus and Malone University.
Students from Westarado enjoy learning at Tuslaw Elementary School.
Tuslaw Middle School provides a challenging education to the children from Westarado.
Westarado high school students attend Tuslaw High School.
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Local highways near Westarado provide access to surrounding areas and cities.
Rural, but close to major highways
Though the area is more rural, Westarado is close to several highways, allowing for easy commutes. Proximity to U.S. Route 30 provides for a quick trip to Canton, while Ohio Route 21 is the way to Akron. The Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA) stops along Ninth Street and Sanders Avenue once per hour between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday, but the trip to downtown Massillon can take over an hour. The Akron-Canton Airport is about 14 miles north of Westarado. The nearest hospital is Aultman Hospital in Canton, about 12 miles east.
Westarado residents enjoy a quit rural community.
Westarado? What's Westarado?
The Westarado neighborhood, though marked on local maps, does not have a neighborhood association or name recognition within the community. The area west of 17th Street Southwest is part of the Tuscarawas Township, governed by three elected trustees. “We are a laid-back township,” says Tuscarawas trustee of 10 years, Blake Brenner. He notes that taxes are lower here than in surrounding areas. “We don’t have a zoning department. You can build basically whatever you want. The fire department is contracted through Brewster and North Lawrence, and they have great response times.”
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Parks in this Area
Lincoln Park
Arthur Genshaft Memorial Park
Reservoir Park
Wampler Park
Kiwanis Park
John Glenn Grove
Massillon Community Park
Transit
Airport
Akron-Canton Regional
28 min drive
Bus
Sanders Ave And Bostic Blvd SW
Bus
Industrial Ave And 9th St SW
Bus
Sanders Ave SW 1300 Block
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westarado
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westarado, Massillon sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Westarado, Massillon over the last 12 months is $288,380, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$289,900
Median Single Family Price
$289,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$134
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$299,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
232
Median Year Built
1954
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,493
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,086
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
610
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,071
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,585
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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