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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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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.
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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
The neighborhood is zoned to the Youngstown City School District. Students may attend Horizon Science Academy, a charter school covering kindergarten through eighth grade. which has a C-minus grade from Niche. The concept-based charter school allows students to branch out from the core curriculum and explore STEM subjects such as database programming, robotics and accounting. Students continue at Chaney High School, which is also rated a C-minus.
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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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cottage Grove
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cottage Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cottage Grove, Youngstown sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottage Grove, Youngstown over the last 12 months is $60,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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