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Roosevelt

Roosevelt

Suburban Neighborhood in Toledo, Ohio

Lucas County 43604, 43606, 43607

$74,197 Average Value
$51 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Housing restoration along historic Dorr Street

Just across the interstate from Downtown Toledo, Roosevelt provides investment and financial growth opportunities. Homes ready for restoration sit along one of the city's most historic streets, Dorr Street. Residents also are within a few miles of Toledo entertainment staples and the University of Toledo, making this neighborhood a central spot to live in.
With a little love, any house can become a home in Roosevelt.
With a little love, any house can become a home in Roosevelt.
The front porch is a great spot to watch summer storms roll through Roosevelt.
The front porch is a great spot to watch summer storms roll through Roosevelt.
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Land Bank opportunities drawing homebuyers in

Tucked away from downtown traffic, Roosevelt streets are lined with duplexes, two-story Craftsman homes and foursquare Dutch Colonials. Many houses perch on slightly elevated lots with roomy front or back yards. Lucas County Land Bank, a nonprofit that rehabilitates vacant and abandoned properties into habitable homes across Toledo, owns multiple properties in the neighborhood, among other banks. "I sell a lot of homes for them, and what they are doing is revitalizing the area," says John Doncouse, a Coldwell Banker Haynes agent who has also worked with Lucas County Land Bank for over a decade. Though there's a high level of investment in the neighborhood, the land bank prioritizes buyers looking to live in Roosevelt themselves through its Homeownership Advantage program. "They prefer homeowners. They just believe that will make the neighborhoods better," Doncouse says. Their properties are sold at low prices, between $6,000 and $15,000, and buyers are responsible for making significant repairs to certain aspects of the home. Homes that require little to no renovation sell between $40,000 and $90,000. There is an even split of owners and renters in the area, and roughly nine churches are nestled into the area's residential blocks.
Throughout Roosevelt you can find a variety of foursquare and Colonial home styles.
Throughout Roosevelt you can find a variety of foursquare and Colonial home styles.
Craftsman and Colonial are the most common architectural styles found throughout Roosevelt.
Craftsman and Colonial are the most common architectural styles found throughout Roosevelt.
Colonials throughout Roosevelt often showcase elements of Craftsman-style architecture.
Colonials throughout Roosevelt often showcase elements of Craftsman-style architecture.
With a little love, any house can become a home in Roosevelt.
With a little love, any house can become a home in Roosevelt.
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Nearby education for Roosevelt students

Children can attend Robinson Elementary School from prekindergarten through eighth grade, which receives a C-minus from Niche. Students can move on to Jesup W. Scott High School for grades nine through 12, which earns a C. Scott High participates in the Toledo Public School Career Connect Expo, which introduces students to in-demand careers and local employers. The B-rated University of Toledo is roughly 2-1/2 miles west of Roosevelt, making the neighborhood a convenient option for those living off campus. The university is in the top 10 public universities in Ohio.
Scott High School serves students throughout the northwest side of suburban Toledo.
Scott High School serves students throughout the northwest side of suburban Toledo.
Young people living in Roosevelt attend class as part of the Toledo City Schools District.
Young people living in Roosevelt attend class as part of the Toledo City Schools District.
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Making volleyball accessible with UrbanVolley 419

Residents can enjoy the outdoors at Smith Park. Friendly pickup games are always happening on the basketball and tennis courts, and the Roosevelt Pool cools off locals during Toledo summers. There's also Mott Branch Library, named in honor of Anna Mott, an abolitionist, activist and Toledo local. The Toledo Urban Volleyball Association (TUVA) has a strong presence within the community. "We focus on making volleyball affordable and accessible to underserved and underrepresented youth, particularly center-city youth, boys and girls of color," shares Zahra Collins, director at UrbanVolley 419, TUVA's club entity. "We're helping bridge the gap between them and their peers in the suburbs who have more access to private training. We're getting them in early and getting them to love the sport, so when they reach high school, they're on par and have the same opportunities." The nonprofit supplements the cost of training through grants and scholarships and works in partnership with many organizations, including the Frederick Douglass Community Association. UrbanVolley 419 offers regular programming like skill lessons and team training, as well as clinics, camps and workshops. Collins says the central location of the association is vital, as most volleyball clubs are at least 20 minutes from the downtown area. Many UrbanVolley kids can walk to practice, which helps to address transportation barriers.
Smith Park in ONYX offers plenty of room to stroll, ride bikes and play.
Smith Park in ONYX offers plenty of room to stroll, ride bikes and play.
Enjoy a pickup game or just practice your free throws at Smith Park's basketball courts.
Enjoy a pickup game or just practice your free throws at Smith Park's basketball courts.
Roosevelt's Mott Branch Library is named after famed Toledo-born abolitionist Anna Mott.
Roosevelt's Mott Branch Library is named after famed Toledo-born abolitionist Anna Mott.
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A few miles northwest of Toledo staples

Roosevelt has a little in the way of shopping and dining. A few fast food spots line Monroe Street, but most people will head downtown for more extensive retail, restaurant and entertainment offerings. Toledo staples like The Huntington Center and Fifth Third Field are 2 miles away, while the Toledo Museum of Art is just on the other side of Interstate 75. Closer to home, Comboz is an area favorite, offering hard-to-find comfort food delicacies like fried chicken gizzards. For groceries, residents can cross Dorr Street to visit Family Food Center.
Stop at Comboz for a classic American faire lunch like authentic cheesesteak or burgers.
Stop at Comboz for a classic American faire lunch like authentic cheesesteak or burgers.
Comboz unique menu offers a large variety of quick lunch options for Roosevelt diners in a rush.
Comboz unique menu offers a large variety of quick lunch options for Roosevelt diners in a rush.
The nearby Family Food Center offers Roosevelt residents a convenient place to shop.
The nearby Family Food Center offers Roosevelt residents a convenient place to shop.
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The Toledo bus system branches through Roosevelt connecting to the city's central TARTA hub.
The Toledo bus system branches through Roosevelt connecting to the city's central TARTA hub.

Getting to the city center and beyond

Roosevelt is just east of Toledo's city center; historic Dorr Street and Monroe Street are straight 2-mile shots into downtown. To get around to the outer city, Highway 24 and Interstate 75 run right through Roosevelt. Many people also take advantage of the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) bus system, which has stops around the neighborhood's perimeter. For long-distance travel, the area is 15 miles from Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport.

The annual African American Festival

The African American Festival and Parade marches each summer along Dorr Street through Roosevelt to downtown. The festival is one of the most prominent events in the city, and the parade is followed by a celebration in nearby Nelson Grace Park with local vendors, food, entertainment and health education.

Crime

Roosevelt's CAP Index Score is 5, slightly over the national average of 4. However, it has a score of 9 for homicide. The city of Toledo has a program called Save Our Community that works to reduce gun violence. Trained interrupters identify and mediate violent conflicts in the community and work with leaders to create long-lasting change.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Matthew Watson

    Matthew Watson

    RE/MAX Preferred Associates

    (567) 368-8711

    312 Total Sales

    1 in Roosevelt

    $67,000 Price

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  • Drew Presto

    Drew Presto

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Service Kee Realty

    (734) 265-1578

    111 Total Sales

    1 in Roosevelt

    $125,000 Price

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  • Justin Spann

    Justin Spann

    Key Realty LTD

    (734) 807-4410

    289 Total Sales

    1 in Roosevelt

    $37,000 Price

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  • Ryan Aridi

    Ryan Aridi

    Serenity Realty LLC

    (567) 806-1390

    84 Total Sales

    2 in Roosevelt

    $20K - $80K Price Range

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  • Neaira Williams

    Neaira Williams

    The Danberry Co

    (567) 666-6437

    75 Total Sales

    1 in Roosevelt

    $245,000 Price

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  • Bill Van Wormer

    Bill Van Wormer

    Responds Quickly

    Key Realty

    (567) 402-5351

    184 Total Sales

    2 in Roosevelt

    $24K - $25K Price Range

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Eugene F Kranz Toledo Express

34 min drive

Bus

Dorr & Wells SW

Bus

Bancroft & Auburn NE

Bus

Dorr & Bell NE

Bus

Monroe & Bachelor SE

Bus

Dorr & Division NW

Bus

Dorr & Detroit SW

Bus

Dorr & Bell SE

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Roosevelt US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Roosevelt Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Roosevelt, Toledo sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Roosevelt, Toledo over the last 12 months is $79,999, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$79,999
Median Sale Price
$79,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$73,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$80,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
44%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$51

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,188
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1907
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,419
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,228
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

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
3,443
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$33,549
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$42,317

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.1%
College Graduates
10.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
25''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

57 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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