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Housing within an industrial zone
Situated along the western shore of the Mahoning, Lower Gibson is a part of Youngstown’s surviving commercial sector. With an east side dedicated almost entirely to industrial facilities, the neighborhood mirrors the similarly laid-out Hazelton just across the river. “About everything there is industrial,” says Chris Roman, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Real Estate. “Its residential areas are pretty limited.” Limited or not, Lower Gibson remains a convenient option just 1 mile south of downtown Youngstown.
Children enjoy the playground at Homestead Park near Lower Gibson.
Lower Gibson has a suburban atmosphere just south of downtown.
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20th century Cape Cods in need of renovation
Lower Gibson’s residential zones are on its far northwestern and southeastern sides, each connected by a handful of asphalt and red brick streets that empty onto Poland Avenue. Worn sidewalks pass eclectic groups of houses from the early 20th century: Cape Cods, bungalows and traditional two-story homes. Yards are minimal and often sloped, with carports and sheds in similarly small backyards. Many houses need renovation with prices to match. Prices range from the low $20,000s to the mid-$70,000s.
Home prices range from the low $20,000s to the mid-$70,000s.
Home styles include 20th century Cape Cods in need of renovation.
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College prep at Rayen Middle School
Students in the area can begin at Paul C. Bunn Elementary School before enrolling in Rayen Early College Middle School, both of which have a C on Niche. Graduates of RECMS can attend Youngstown Early College High School, which has an A-minus. Other students will enroll at East High School, which has a C-minus.
Students learn a variety of subjects at Rayan Early College.
Students from Boardman can attend Paul C. Bunn Elementary.
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Shopping at Eastwood Mall
Though Lower Gibson is full of businesses, they’re almost entirely industrial and manufacturing plants. As a result, locals must go further afield for retail and other forms of shopping. Two popular options are the Southern Park Mall in Boardman or the Eastwood Mall in Niles. Papa’s Sports Club has a laid-back atmosphere with a menu to match, including breakfast, lunch and dinner options. Save A Lot is just south in the Flint Hill area.
Eastwood Mall Food Court has plenty of dining options.
Cottage Grove residents do all their school shopping at Southern Park Mall.
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Make a splash at Homestead Park
Homestead Park is a Lansingville public space outfitted with a playground, basketball court and a splash pad in the summer. Just south of Homestead is Pemberton Park, where amateur athletes of all ages test their skills on the baseball, softball and soccer fields. The Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association Museum is in the neighborhood's southeastern corner and has train cars and railroad equipment from different eras on display.
Locals enjoy the scenic charm of Homestead Park’s open green space and shaded benches.
Several types of locomotives have historically passed through the Lower Gibson area.
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Surrounding Poland Avenue
The neighborhood’s main thoroughfares are Poland Avenue and Interstate 680, which follows the area’s southern border. Poland Avenue bisects Lower Gibson and has several Western Reserve Transit Authority bus stops.
Muslim worship at the Islamic Society of Greater Youngstown
The neighborhood is home to the Islamic Society of Greater Youngstown, the center of the city’s Muslim community for worship, activities and outreach.
Important to know
The CAP Crime Index gives Lower Gibson a 4 out of 10—on par with the national average.
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