$72,189Average Value$43Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
Top quality home for budget-friendly houses
Cottage Grove is a small pocket suburb of Youngstown that is close to the city's amenities yet has its own unique characteristics. "This is an area that offers quality homes for a low price," says 20-year Realtor Debbie Mook of Klacik Real Estate, who is also a nearby resident. "Because the area is more affordable, we see a lot of first-time buyers and investors. Plus, property taxes are really low." Gridded sidewalk-lined streets where oak and maple trees adorn the yards of modest, 100-year-old homes.
South Outer Youngstown is only minutes from downtown Youngstown.
Residents of South Outer Youngstown will enjoy quick access to local businesses.
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Craftsman bungalows and National Folk homes are predominant
Craftsman bungalows occupy most streets, notable for their broad, covered porches. Additional architectural styles include farmhouses (referred to as National Folk Houses), Colonial revivals and Cape Cods, with prices ranging from $20,000 to $107,000. Many of the houses in the area were built in the 1920s and 1930s, with fixer-uppers priced around $30,000 and newer builds reaching $70,000. The neighborhood features lots that are 1/8 acre or less, and most homes have either attached or detached garages.
Many homes in Cottage Grove add additional AC units in the summer months.
Large front porches in Cottage Grove are a great place to enjoy the evening.
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So much green space
Cottage Grove is surrounded by parks, green spaces and natural scenery. Pemberton Park covers 23.4 acres and offers amenities such as a picnic area, ball fields, a basketball court and parking. Mill Creek Park, the largest of the MetroParks' 5,000-plus acres, spans over 2,658 acres and provides numerous recreational opportunities, including biking, boating, hiking, fishing and more. Homestead Park has a play area and picnic tables.
Youngstown residents can unwind while taking a hike at Mill Creek Park.
Mill Creek Park is a large park with extensive trails to walk.
Cottage Grove residents can golf at nearby Metro Parks Par 3 Golf Course.
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Middle school offers STEM subjects
Students can start their education at Kirkmere Elementary School, which has a C-minus from Niche. Horizon Science Academy, a charter school with a grade of C-minus, serves kindergarten through eighth grade. This concept-based charter school allows students to branch out from the core curriculum and explore STEM subjects such as database programming, robotics and accounting. Chaney High School also received a C-minus Niche score.
Horizon Science Academy in Youngstown gets a 7/10 for student progress from GreatSchools.com.
Kirkmere Elementary School in Kirkmere serves the children in grades PK, K-8.
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Cottage Grove has bus transportation that will take you to Southern Park Mall.
Easy commutes
With downtown Youngstown just a 2.5-mile drive away, commuting is convenient for residents. U.S. routes 62 and 7 converge within the suburb's boundary, and interstates 675 and 680 are not far. The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport is a 15-mile drive via local streets. Additionally, the area is served by several Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) bus stops.
A place for pierogi and fish
Residents can get their groceries at Save A Lot, located in the neighborhood's northeast corner, or at Nemenz IGA, which is due south. Dining options in Cottage Grove include Irish Bob's Pub, Pastime Tavern and the locally iconic Teenie's Tavern known for its pierogi and fish dishes. "The place has been there forever," Mook says. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream, located just outside the boundary, has been a community staple since the 1940s, serving crowd favorites like ice cream cones, shakes and sundaes. Additionally, Southern Park Mall, a major retail destination, offers market-exclusive brands, locally owned specialty shops and a Cinemark movie theater. For a larger variety of entertainment options, Cottage Grove residents can head downtown, where they’ll find trendy bars and restaurants, and renowned museums such as The Butler Institute of American Art.
Teenie’s Tavern is a local favorite to grab a cold beer after work, be sure to bring cash!
Grab your fresh groceries at Save A Lot in South Outer Youngstown.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Taft Park
Mill Creek Park - South End
Mill Creek Metroparks
Homestead Park
Sheridan Park
Donnell Pemberton Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cottage Grove
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cottage Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cottage Grove, Youngstown sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottage Grove, Youngstown over the last 12 months is $60,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to this one-of-a-kind 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home that blends cozy charm with custom craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere inside and out. Updates include a high efficiency furnace, enclosed porch, windows and doors, tiled bathroom, metal roof on the house and new roof on the garage, garage furnace,
Theresa RobinKelly Warren and Associates RE Solutions
Well-maintained up/down duplex. This upper floor apartment has a large living room area with a covered balcony off of it. 2 bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room and 1 bath. Gas and electric are separated and tenants responsibility. Separate furnaces and hot water tanks. Access to basement, shared drive and 2 car garage. $700 per month. 1 month security deposit. Renters insurance is
Located in Youngstown is this 3 Bed/ 1 Bath Townhouse that has Central Air. The kitchen is provided with a stove and refrigerator which the tenant is to maintain. There is a detached garage and an unfinished basement with washer and dryer connections. Monthly rent is $1,250.00 plus tenants pay for water services, gas and electric. Landscaping and snow removal are included with the monthly rent.
Located in Youngstown is this 3 Bed/ 1 Bath Townhouse that has Central Air. The kitchen is provided with a stove and refrigerator which the tenant is to maintain. There is a detached garage and an unfinished basement with washer and dryer connections. Monthly rent is $1,250.00 plus tenants pay for water services, gas and electric. Landscaping and snow removal are included with the monthly rent.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,916
Median Age
33
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$23,915
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$32,362
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.3%
College Graduates
6.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
57''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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