Hermitage is a small suburban neighborhood on the outskirts of the City of Sharon in Mercer County. This little town is home to the nation’s only free public golf course and Kraynak’s, a family-owned store with world-renowned holiday decoration displays. Hermitage students receive an excellent education at the highest-ranking public schools in Mercer County. While Hermitage residents enjoy a quieter lifestyle, state highways make it easy for commuters to work in nearby major cities.
Welcome to the city of Hermitage.
A couple walking their dog on a brisk Autumn day in Hermitage.
Buhl Park spans 270 scenic acres of green space and recreational areas.
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Large shaded yards and spacious single-family homes
Colonial and ranch-style homes built between the 1960s and 1990s sit on half-acre green lawns in the residential boroughs off East State Street. Backyards shaded by tall trees feature patios and wooden decks, perfect for hosting neighborhood cookouts. Residents have ample parking space with wide streets, long driveways and attached garages. Most homes in these quiet residential boroughs list between $100,000 and $250,000. Similarly priced condos in small cul-de-sac communities were built in the early 2000s and feature three to four bedrooms. Spacious Victorian and Tudor homes built in the 1990s are settled on multi-acre properties in the more rural parts of Hermitage. These luxurious homes have five or more bedrooms and cost around $500,000.
There is a wide array of architectural styles found in Hermitage.
Updated brick colonials give Hermitage its up and coming vibes.
Stunning architecturally detailed Queen Anne Victorian home nestled in Hermitage.
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The best school district in Mercer County
Hermitage students attend the best public schools in Mercer County. Children can start kindergarten at Artman Elementary, rated an A-minus on Niche. Sixth and seventh graders go to the A-rated Delahunty Middle School. After the Covid-19 pandemic, Delahunty Middle and Hickory High School implemented the CharacterStrong 6th-12th grade program to address the increase in students’ mental health problems and help them better understand their emotions. Hickory High School receives a B-plus from Niche and hosts an annual Career Week in February that features a variety of post-secondary options, military careers and interview procedures.
Students are taught a challenging curriculum at Hickory High School.
Delahunty Middle School offers the Hermitage residents a dynamic learning environment.
Artman Elementary School offers the Hermitage neighborhood a dynamic learning environment.
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Shenango Freeway connects to major cities
A variety of industrial plants and local government facilities are located in the southeast corner of the city, far away from any residences. The Sharon Regional Medical Center is only 10 minutes away via East State Road. The Shenango Freeway passes through Hermitage and connects to OH-82, which allows residents to access the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport in 25 minutes or less.
Aerial of downtown Hermitage shopping spots.
Aerial of downtown Hermitage.
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Holiday displays at historic Kraynak’s
Locals head to Hermitage Towne Plaza to find the local GiantEagle Supermarket and TJ Maxx. Kraynak’s is a family-owned general store with toys and trinkets, but they are best known for their spectacular holiday decoration displays. Since 1949, “Families from around the country wait in long lines to visit Kraynak’s Easter Bunny Lane and Christmas Land” says Amy Nelson, a long-time local and administrator for the Hermitage Financial Department. A variety of fast-food options and some local restaurants are located in retail strips along East State Road. Hickory Bar and Grille is a local hot spot with nostalgic décor and a traditional American pub menu.
Bright colorful entrance to Kraynak's in Hermitage.
Hermitage resident's enjoy a Christmas display at the local store Kraynak's.
Hermitage Square plaza homes many shopping options such as Hobby Lobby.
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America’s only free public golf course at Buhl Park
Locals can rent a boat and fish for Trout on Lake Julia in Buhl Park. During the summer, kids enjoy jumping off the diving board at the pool or playing with friends at one of the park’s three playgrounds. This massive local park is also home to an outdoor children’s learning center, an 18-hole disc golf course, two dog parks and the nation’s only free public golf course. Additional fishing opportunities and watersports are available at the Shenango River Lake Recreation Area.
A row of flags and a vibrant blue sky is the entrance to Hillcrest Memorial Park in Hermitage.
Buhl Park features a playground in the neighborhood of
Hermitage.
The bridge over Julia Lake in Buhl Park offers scenic views.
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Summer festivals in Buhl Park
On Labor Day, Buhl Day is an annual community event with “lots of food trucks, live music and family-friendly activities are held at Buhl Park” Nelson says. At Rodney White Olympic Park, the annual Hermitage Arts Festival celebrates local artists and musicians and features an outdoor artist marketplace, live music, theatrical performances and more cultural entertainment.
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