Downtown Utica is a mostly commercial district in upstate New York. Nearly 83% of the properties in the area are commercial properties with a smattering of lofts and apartments for residents. According to Alen Zekic of Assist2Sell Buyers & Sellers, 1st Choice says the area was abandoned 20 years ago and is mostly known for its thriving restaurant district. “There’s not too much housing for living,” he says. “There are lots of restaurants.”
The limited housing generally costs $32,000 to $241,000, but Zekic says many properties can run at around $160,000 to $230,000. Rocco DePerno of Century 21 One Realty Partners says many of the abandoned office buildings were converted into loft apartments. “A whole lot of time and effort was put into improving the area,” he says. “The area and has really been coming back. It’s fun and up and coming.” He adds that many of the two-story homes were built in the 1920s and 1930s. Since 1979, the Mohawk Valley Resource Center for Refugees (MVRCR), recently rebranded as “The Center,” has helped revitalize and stabilize Utica’s economy with the influx of refugees from more than 35 countries. Vince Scalise of Coldwell Banker Faith Properties, John Brown Team, says The Center has been a “big part of keeping Utica going” and is a big reason Utica, as a whole, is a close-knit community. As a result, DePerno says housing prices have been “coming in line” to reflect the demand.
Parents can send their children to schools in the Utica City School District, which has a Niche grade of B-minus. Christopher Columbus Elementary School has a B-minus grade, as does John F Kennedy Middle School. Students taking algebra at the middle school have a 100% passing rate. Thomas R Proctor High School earned a B. There are ten colleges and universities in the area, including Utica College.
Probably the biggest annual event for the area is the Boilermaker Road Race, a 15-kilometer or 9.3-mile foot and wheelchair race. T.R. Proctor Park, considered the “crown jewel” of Utica’s park system, also holds an annual race, E.J. Herrmann Cross Country Invitational. The park is known for its basketball courts, baseball fields, soccer fields and running trail.
The restaurant scene in Utica reflects the influx of many international cultures that have established the area as home. Paco's Empanadas House, Puerto Rican cuisine, Symeon’s Greek Restaurant and Minar Fine Indian Cuisine are three examples of the different places taste buds can visit. Scalise describes Utica’s many eateries as “all top-notch. The area is known for it.” Another popular restaurant is FX Matt—1888 Biergarten, which is adjacent to Matt Brewing Company, which brews Saranac beer.
Several minor league sports teams compete in Utica for those wanting to watch a baseball or hockey game. Residents who want to add some culture to their lives can enjoy a Broadway show at the Stanley Theatre. There is also Munson, a regional fine arts center founded in 1919.
Routes 55 and 12 provide access to the rest of the region. Some commuters take advantage of the area’s public transportation, Centro. Syracuse Hancock International Airport is roughly 50 miles away for long-distance travelers.
John Brown
Coldwell Banker Faith Properties
(680) 219-7978
1,065 Total Sales
12 in Downtown Utica
$39K - $634K Price Range
Maria McNiel
Coldwell Banker Faith Properties
(680) 219-8543
74 Total Sales
5 in Downtown Utica
$74K - $750K Price Range
Alen Zekic
Assist2Sell Buyers & Sellers 1st Choice
(680) 219-4121
514 Total Sales
19 in Downtown Utica
$34K - $145K Price Range
Merima Smajic
Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
(315) 737-4136
62 Total Sales
16 in Downtown Utica
$30K - $210K Price Range
Lori DiNardo-Emmerich
Coldwell Banker Faith Properties
(680) 219-7188
717 Total Sales
13 in Downtown Utica
$47K - $311K Price Range
Brett Lojewski
WEICHERT REALTORS PREMIER PROPERTIES
(680) 219-5574
157 Total Sales
6 in Downtown Utica
$71K - $135K Price Range
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Utica | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Downtown Utica, Utica sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Utica, Utica over the last 12 months is $110,000, up 168% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$165,000
Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath West Utica home is back on the market with important updates already completed following a recent home inspection. The seller has thoughtfully addressed key concerns, making this an even more compelling opportunity for today’s buyers. Featuring a brand-new roof, new windows, new water heater, new appliances, fresh carpet,
$85,000
EXTENSIVE INTERIOR UPDATES........2nd floor apartment has a NEW kitchen, NEW bathroom, all NEW wiring, all NEW plumbing, all NEW sheetrock, all but 2 windows are NEW, some flooring and doors. House has 2 NEW hot water heaters, 2 NEW electrical entrances, 8-ish year old hi eff furnace services the 2nd floor. 1st floor apartment has updated kitchen and bedroom.Each apartment has 2 bedrooms
Sharon Kimball Hunt Real Estate ERA
$199,900
Calling Investors ,West Utica 6 Apartments building with separated utilities.Property is SOLD AS IS CONDITION.
Alen Zekic Assist2Sell Buyers & Sellers 1st Choice
$2,850 per month
Amazing 1800 sq ft loft style living available for immediate occupancy. Furnished & with all new construction yet leaving the old industrial charm. Boasting oversized windows for abundant light that flows into this 2 bedroom 1 bath loft with central air and own laundry. Gain access through private stairwell & metal fire doors into your foyer. There are two designated parking spaced & two
Michelle Thompson Coldwell Banker Faith Properties
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