Schenley is a quaint residential neighborhood in northeast Ohio, tucked into the laid-back west end of Youngstown. The community is one of the lucky few that borders Mill Creek Park, an activity-filled center for nature lovers. Its park-side homes have housed families for generations, including that of local real estate agent Sherri Bennett of Agency Real Estate. "I grew up over here on the west side, and my mom still lives there," Bennett says. Bennett has spent most of her life in Youngstown and was a teacher in the area for 16 years. "Mill Creek is quite the draw for those who live in Schenley. It connects you to the south side and is a haven of local events, like 5Ks, marathons and more."
Mill Creek Metro Park features a playground in the neighborhood of
Schenley.
Mill Creek Wick Recreation Area in Schenley features a playground for children.
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A variety of 20th century houses scatter Schenley
Various houses fill the suburban streets of Schenley. Near the boundaries of Mill Creek Park are symmetrical colonials and Cape Cods, desirable for their park accessibility and larger lots. These houses typically cost between $100,000 and $130,000. Moving outward from the park, houses simplify in design and scoot closer together. Modest single-story ranch-style homes sit beside National-style cottages, known for their side-gabled roofs and plain exteriors. These typically cost between $80,000 and $130,000. On the westernmost streets, like South Dunlap and South Osborn Avenue, backward-stretching shotgun cottages and Craftsman-inspired homes with pillared porches mix into the streets, costing between $40,000 and $80,000. Little libraries, like mailboxes for books, perk up in front lawns, encouraging community members to share their favorite stories. And sidewalk-lined streets encourage evening strolls.
Charming bungalows line a brick-paved road in the Schenley neighborhood.
Residential homes with private lots sit near Mill Creek Park in Schenley, Youngstown.
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Navigating Youngstown
Residents mainly drive in Schenley, but the Western Reserve Transit Authority also serves the area, and a few bus stops are along South Belle Vista and Overlook Avenue. The neighborhood is about 3 miles from Youngstown's heart, and drivers often hop on Highway 680 when commuting. The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport is about 15 miles away when locals need to catch a flight. St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital is approximately 3 miles away.
Schenley residents can travel 15 miles to catch flights at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital provides medical services just 3 miles from Schenley.
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Shopping and dining along Mahoning
Most of Schenley's commercial activity is just north, scattered along Mahoning Avenue. After a day at the park, locals will likely run into one another at Dash Inn, a cherished local dive bar on Mahoning. The old-school bar aims to support local music, showcased by a small-scale upstairs music venue. Plaza Mexico Restaurant and Cantina is another local favorite for dinner. Hungry residents enjoy the restaurant's combos with Mexican favorites. Specialty plates include ranchero chicken Colorado or arroz con pollo. Visitors can follow Mahoning Avenue to CVS or Walgreens for everyday pharmaceutical needs. For groceries, shoppers head west to Marc's or Giant Eagle.
CVS Pharmacy on Mahoning Avenue is easily accessible from the Schenley neighborhood.
Schenley Carry Out sits along Mahoning Avenue in the Schenley neighborhood.
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Locals often spend their time at Schenley's gem, Mill Creek Park
East Schenley borders the northern end of Mill Creek Park, the neighborhood's main outlet for all things outdoors. "It's a well-maintained and preserved park that still has all sorts of wildlife," Bennett says. "It truly is the highlight of this area." Mill Creek stretches over 2,900 acres through southwest Youngstown, and locals often hike the trails or kayak the river. Bordering only a small portion of the expansive park, Schenley settles alongside Lake Glacier, Fellows Riverside Gardens and Mill Creek Park's recreational area. Along the southern border of Schenley, Mill Creek Wick Recreational Area features several amenities, like soccer fields, tennis courts and an outdoor hockey rink. The recreational area prides itself on a prime sledding hill, which busies with students on Ohio-promised snow days. Opposingly, a splash pad fights the humid summer heat. Also, Judge Morley Performing Arts Pavilion hosts frequent concerts within the recreational area. Just north, Fellows Riverside Gardens looks forward to the seasonal blooms of Spring and Summer, promoting self-guided tours.
A scenic overlook at Mills Creek Park offers inspiration for painters and nature lovers.
A father and son play on the swings at Mill Creek Wick recreation area in Schenley.
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Students attend Youngstown City Schools
Kids growing up in Schenley attend schools served by the Youngstown City School District, which earned an overall C-minus on Niche. Most students kickstart their education at Kirkmere Elementary School, which Niche gave an overall C-minus. Students advance to Chaney Middle School, which recently transitioned from William Holmes McGuffey Elementary School. Because the middle school is new, academic reviewers still need to grade it. Students advance to Chaney High School, a short bike ride away for most students, located in Schenley's heart. Students can join various extracurriculars, like the Chaney Band, chess club or speech team. Niche gave the high school an overall C-minus.
Chaney High School serves students in grades 9–12 in the Schenley neighborhood.
Kirkmere Elementary in Schenley is part of Youngstown City Schools and features a roundabout for drop-off.
Students explore core subjects in a classroom at Chaney Middle School.
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Schenley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Schenley, Youngstown sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Schenley, Youngstown over the last 12 months is $121,500, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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