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A green enclave in southwest Youngstown
Kirkmere, a residential neighborhood in southwest Youngstown, Ohio, offers the benefits of suburban life and coveted accessibility to Mill Creek Park. Tidy lawns, tall trees and sidewalks give the verdant suburb a sense of tranquility only 5 miles from downtown Youngstown. “This area has some really nice, well-maintained neighborhoods,” says Christopher Roman, local resident and Realtor with Howard Hanna. “It was just rated one of the most economical places to retire in the United States, and it’s true, our housing is extremely affordable, and cost-of-living is very affordable compared to a lot of areas.”
The residents of Kirkmere enjoy walking at the Mill Creek Park.
The Kirkmere neighborhood features large lawns and wide sidewalks.
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Mill Creek Park spans 2,900 acres
Kirkmere borders the expansive 2,900-acre Mill Creek Park. Residents enjoy Mill Creek Park’s large picnic area, pavilions and 20 miles of hiking trails. The park also features an array of sporting facilities, such as sand volleyball courts, soccer fields and an outdoor hockey rink in the Mill Creek Wick Recreational Area. Along with playground space and a splash pad, the recreational area has a performing arts pavilion for live concerts and events. Lanterman’s Mill, positioned along the moving creek, still works today thanks to careful restorations. After visiting the old mill, locals can walk across the covered bridge, which is especially photo-worthy when framed by the red and gold leaves of fall.
Scholl Recreation Area and Pavillion is located in the Mill Creek Park in Kirkmere.
Mill Creek Wick Recreation Area in Kirkmere features a playground for children.
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Cape Cods and ranch-style homes from the 1950s
Kirkmere’s suburban-style streets are lined with ranch-style homes, Cape Cods and split-level homes with lots up to nearly two acres. Many homes were built between the 1940s and ’50s, but some date back to the mid-1920s. These houses range in price from $80,000 to $275,000 and increase in price with additional space, bigger lots and updates like new flooring or appliances. Homes on the lower end of the price spectrum tend to be between 900 and 1,300 square feet, while homes on the higher end can span between 1,400 and 3,000 square feet. Two-car garages, fireplaces, original wood flooring and ample windows bring the neighborhood’s park-like setting indoors.
Colorful cape cod in Kirkmere features an attached garage.
A two-story home in the Kirkmere neighborhood features a well-manicured front yard.
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Cornersburg Plaza has local eateries
“I would say my favorite part of living here is the number of local restaurants,” Roman says. “The food is extremely good. You can go to a lot of places that aren’t chains.” Cornersburg Plaza has an array of local restaurants. Cornersburg Pizza features an array of wing and pizza choices, including the “Some-of-Eachy” pizza, which promises that each slice will boast different toppings. Davidson’s Restaurant on Canfield Road is another popular eatery that serves a breakfast buffet and large platters of American fare. For groceries, locals can swing by Sparkle, a regional chain.
Davidson's Restaurant is a local favorite for a cold beer, in Kirkmere.
Kirkmere's The Cub Cafe is famous for their cinnamon coffee cake and iced Americanos.
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Youngstown City School District offers college credit
Local students attend school in the Youngstown City School District. Depending on street address, kids will attend Volney Elementary or Taft Elementary before heading to Chaney Middle School. Chaney High School offers free college classes through the College Credit Plus initiative. All schools receive a C-minus from Niche.
Chaney High School is located in Schenley, Youngstown Ohio.
Kirkmere Elementary School serves the children in grades PK, K-8.
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Five miles to downtown Youngstown
The abundant sidewalks in the area make it easy to get around on foot. Those looking for a public transit option can enjoy the numerous bus stops on Meridian Road and Schenley Avenue, two major thoroughfares. To get to Youngstown, locals can head northeast on Interstate 680 for about 5 miles to land in historic downtown. Medical care is also roughly 5 miles away at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Cleveland and the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport at 75 miles northwest on I-80, while Pittsburgh is 68 miles southeast on I-76.
Kirkmere residents utilize Saint Elizabeth Hospital for their health care needs.
The Kirkmere neighborhood is a short commute to the amenities of downtown Youngstown.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kirkmere
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kirkmere Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kirkmere, Youngstown sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Kirkmere, Youngstown over the last 12 months is $174,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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