$366,946Average Value$196Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Rural residential hamlet with an abandoned quarry
Split Rock is famously known for a 1918 explosion at the Split Rock Quarry called the “Disaster at Split Rock.” Today, the 1,000-acre site destroyed by the TNT blast is open to the public for tunnel and trail explorations. The small hamlet is predominantly a residential community on the cusp of farmland. “It’s more of a rural area with acres and acres of land,” says Susan Li, associate broker with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, who has 22 years of experience in the industry and lives in neighboring Camillus. “It’s mainly just homes and farmland.” However, Split Rock residents can enjoy the peaceful pastoral setting, with everyday amenities just 5 miles away.
21st-century subdivisions
“It’s very much your typical suburban community,” says Karen BenYehuda, a local Realtor with Enlighten Realty, who services Split Rock and has over 25 years of experience in the industry. “You have housing developments with a contemporary feel and some older subdivisions.” Split Rock’s newer housing developments feature spacious, New Traditional homes and classic Colonial Revivals. Properties often sit on lot sizes around half an acre, with prices ranging from the $300,000s to the $500,000s. Other streets give way to ranch-style and split-level houses built in the mid-1900s, priced from the $200,000s to the $300,000s, with renovated homes selling on the higher end. Partly due to its rural landscape, residents enjoy a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, well below the national average of 4. Syracuse is known for its heavy snowfall, with the region averaging over 100 inches of snow per year, so residents should be prepared for a long winter.
Craftsman styled New Traditional homes have the largest demand in Split Rock.
Split Rock’s newer housing developments feature spacious, New Traditional homes.
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Dual enrollment at West Genesee High
The West Genesee Central School District serves the community. Kindergarten through fourth-grade students may attend Split Rock Elementary School, which scores an A-minus rating on Niche. Fifth and sixth graders may attend West Genesee Intermediate School, earning a B-plus, before moving on to Camillus Middle, also a B-plus-rated school. West Genesee High School earns an A-minus and offers dual enrollment programs where students can earn college credits from Onondaga Community College and Syracuse University. The West Genesee Wildcats also have stellar sports programs, with the ice hockey team winning the state championship in 2023.
Split Rock parents may also choose Camillus Middle School for their children's education.
West Genesee Senior High School is home to the West Genesee Wildcats.
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5 mile drive to Downtown Syracuse
Split Rock, Howlett Hill and Harris roads run through the community. Bus stops are scattered along Howlett Hill Road, but most of the community is car-dependent. It’s about a 5-mile drive on back roads to Downtown Syracuse, with a few traffic lights along the way. Upstate Community Hospital is less than 4 miles away along Onondaga Road, and Interstate 81 leads about 9 miles northeast to Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Split Rock has no major highways, so traffic is typically easy-going, but nearby thoroughfares include U.S. Route 5 and Interstates 690 and 90.
Public transportation can be found throughout Split Rock in the form of CENTRO busses.
Syracuse University's 700-acre campus is only minutes from Split Rock.
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Tunnel explorations at Split Rock Quarry
Though left in ruins, the Split Rock Quarry is a unique place to visit. The quarry’s large stone crusher still stands along with abandoned tunnels ready to be explored. The old quarry is also popular among mountain bikers, featuring trails throughout the 1,000-acre site surrounded by natural brush. “There are some trails around the neighborhood that are like hidden gems,” BenYehuda says. “And they lead right to King Memorial Park.” Along Split Rock Road, King Memorial Park features tennis and basketball courts, a playground, ball fields and even a sand volleyball court. Those looking for a different kind of greenery can dive 2 miles to the members-only Bellevue Country Club or explore one of the many lakes around the region. “Split Rock is fairly close to Skaneateles Lake,” Li says, the crown jewel of the Finger Lakes region. “And to the east, we have Cazenovia Lake. Outdoor recreation is a big thing around here.” Funcity Adventure Park is another spot to take the kids on a rainy day.
The Stone Crusher is located at Split Rock Quarry, from which the neighborhood is named after.
Residents of Split Rock can go to the Erie Canal Park to take a boat ride down the canal.
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Upscale and casual dining around Split Rock
Split Rock residents can head about 5 miles northwest to Camillus Commons for weekly grocery trips at TOPS Friendly Markets. The shopping center is also home to Walmart Supercenter, Lowe’s Home Improvement, and small restaurants like Second Chance Diner for brunch and mimosas. More retailers like Target, PetSmart and HomeGoods are down the road. Wegmans is also 2 miles east next to Limp Lizard Lounge Bar & Grill, a favorite for barbecue and Tex-Mex. Closer to home, TK on the Hill is the local watering hole known for its weekly live music, classic pub fare and cold beers. The Cider Mill features an outdoor patio and intimate atmosphere for weekly date nights, and Abbott’s Frozen Custard is a crowd favorite. Locals can also explore hidden gems scattered between farmland 4 miles south along West Seneca Turnpike, like the beloved diner Finally Ours and Red Hawk Brewing.
The Cider Mill Restaurant in Split Rock offers residents a fine dining experience.
The Gift Box in Split Rock offers locally-crafted gifts and jewelry.
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Events at the SRC Arena and FCU Amphitheater
The 60,000-square-foot SRC Arena and Events Center is just a few miles away at Onondaga Community College. Along with college athletics, the facility hosts several events throughout the year, from trade shows to concerts. In nearby Fairmount, the Town of Camillus Summer Concert Series features live music from local artists on Monday evenings throughout July. Beforehand, locals can check out the seasonal farmers market. Apart from downtown events like Syracuse’s iconic Winterfest, Split Rock residents are only 5 miles south of the Great New York State Fair and the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview.
Split Rock is home to several houses of worship, giving residents a choice in faith.
Houses of Worship in Spilt Rock
Syracuse’s multiculturism is seen through its religious landscape. Around Split Rock, houses of worship include the Slavic Baptist Church, which caters to fluent Russian speakers. Down the street, St. George Macedonian Orthodox Church hosts an annual Macedonian Festival in August and a holiday craft show in November.
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Parks in this Area
King Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Camillus Erie Canal Park
Trails
Shove Park Playground
Howlett Hill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Shove Park
Santaro Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Camillus Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Waterpark
Transit
Airport
Syracuse Hancock International
23 min drive
Bus
Howlett Hill Rd & Copperfield Rd
Bus
Howlett Hill Rd & Stetson Cir
Bus
Split Rock Rd & Onondaga Rd
Bus
Harris Rd & Split Rock Rd
Bus
Howlett Hill Rd & Sherwood Dr
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Harris Rd & Howlett Hill Rd
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Howlett Hill Rd & Stagecoach Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Split Rock
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Split Rock, Westvale sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Split Rock, Westvale over the last 12 months is $369,051, up 6% 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
2,546
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,543
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,380
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
53.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
82''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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