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A rural farming community
Tucked along the banks of Lake Erie, Ripley is a small agricultural town with some of the most fertile farmland for grape growing in the state. Over a dozen wineries are scattered along U.S Route 20 and New York State Route 5, which run parallel along the lakeshore. "Rolling hills, vineyard landscapes, Lake Erie sunsets and snow-covered trails define life in Ripley," says Brandi Russo, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Holt–Mayville, who has been in the industry for over 20 years. Seasonal tourists flock to town for winery tours and lakefront campsites, fueling the local economy. However, for year-round residents, Ripley offers sweeping landscapes and a rural, small-town lifestyle along the New York and Pennsylvania border.
Rolling hills, vineyard landscapes, Lake Erie sunsets, and snow-covered trails define life in Ripley.
Quincy Cellars takes advantage of Ripley's fertile soil, producing wines that pair well with any meal.
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Lakefront beaches and campgrounds
Outdoor recreation in Ripley is as expansive as the shores of Lake Erie. "You have the lakefront, but it's not the same kind," says Mary Ford, associate broker with ERA Team VP Real Estate, who has 16 years of experience in the industry. "Big lakes don't necessarily have useable waterfronts." Some sections are usable, but much of the shoreline consists of steep drop-offs and protective tree lines. Ripley Beach features a narrow patch of rocky beachfront open to the public. Nine miles away, Barcelona Beach offers a sandy shoreline for summer sunbathing and swimming. Barcelona Beach also features a small historic stone lighthouse, a marina and a fishing pier. Residents can also head across state lines to explore Fishermans Beach's sandy shoreline in North East, Pennsylvania.
Seasonal campgrounds include Lakeside Campground, which sits adjacent to Lakeside Golf Course, a scenic 9-hole course nestled between vineyards. In the heart of town, Ripley Community Park features two playgrounds and a covered pavilion with picnic tables surrounded by vineyards. Expansive farmland and woodlands are home to Double D.A.B Riding Stable, an equestrian center that offers riding lessons, day camps and scenic trail rides for tourists. Ripley Rod and Gun Club is another private club hidden amongst the wooden forests near Twentymile Creek for hunters, trappers and anglers.
Surrounding woodlands feature snowmobile trails that lead to Canada, while additional pastimes include cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Due to its rugged terrain and ample snowfall due to the lake effect, multiple ski resorts are located within a 70-mile radius. Peek'n Peak, a year-round destination with slopes, a golf course and a ropes course, is about 20 miles south.
Golfers of Ripley hit the links at Lakeside Stateline Golf Course.
Ripley residents can snowmobile on hundreds of miles of trail that wind through the woods of New York.
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Dozens of wineries and a few eateries
In the hamlet of Ripley, A small Main Street gives way to local eateries, casual pizza joints and Cooney's Island ice cream shop. Meeder's stands out as a community staple known for its homemade pies. "Everyone knows about Meeder's," Russo says. This classic small-town diner is the definition of Americana, with a no-frills interior, welcoming atmosphere and classic American fare. Three miles west, Sensory Smokehouse & Brewpub is a roadside restaurant surrounded by vineyards. Smoked meats and loaded mac and cheese are paired with craft brews and small-batch wine blends from the owners' vineyard.
Across the street, Quincy Cellars is a well-known winery and event venue that offers wine tastings in its stone cellar. A dozen other wineries are scattered between Erie and Westfield, while other vineyards are specifically for grape-growing. Welch's sources its produce from numerous local farms, including Ripley's Chess Family Farm. The Westfield Grape and Wine Festival celebrates the region's heritage every fall with grape stomping, wine tasting, live music, and more.
Down the road from Quincy Cellars, Schiedel's Little Red Wagon sits alongside the road. This Amish-owned produce cart sells seasonal fruits and vegetables on an honor system. Three miles away, Ripley is home to one Dollar General. North East, Pennsylvania, features national grocers 8 miles away while big-box stores surround Erie, 15 miles farther. Westfield also features national grocers and locally owned businesses 8 miles away.
For the best ice cream in town, Ripley locals know Cooney's Island is the place to go.
Meeder's in Ripley is a classic small-town diner and the definition of Americana.
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Colonial and ranch-style homes
The hamlet of Ripley is home to the majority of residents. The hamlet offers a rural-suburban lifestyle where residents can wave to their neighbors while walking past sprawling farmland. Architectural styles include modest bi-levels, manufactured, and colonial- and ranch-style homes. Sales prices can range from $70,000 to the upper $200,000s, depending on square footage and updated interiors. Waterfront properties with acreage can still sell in the mid $200,000s, while surrounding secluded estates can sell into the $600,000s. Plots of land can range from $30,000 for less than 1 acre to $300,000 for over 100 acres. Fixer-uppers are also available and range from the $20,000s to the $40,000s. Ripley earns a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
A row of Colonial homes stand tall over North State St in Ripley.
Ranch-style homes can be found throughout the Ripley neighborhood.
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Ripley and Chautauqua Lake schools
Three school districts serve the Town of Ripley. The northern neighborhoods are zoned within Ripley Central School District, home to one elementary school. Pre-kindergarteners through sixth graders may attend Ripley Central School, which scores a C from Niche and sits adjacent to a small Veterans Memorial Park. Ripley's School District has an agreement with Chautauqua Lake School District and pays tuition for seventh through twelfth graders who attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School, which scores a B. The Sherman Central School District earns a B-minus from Niche and serves South Ripley students. Sherman Elementary scores a B and shares a campus with the C-plus-rated Sherman High School, which serves middle and high schoolers.
Ripley Center School Students hit the books as soon as the bell rings.
The Sherman Central School District earns a B-minus from Niche and serves South Ripley students.
For seventh through twelfth grade Ripley students attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School.
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Commutes on Interstate 90
Ripley is a car-dependent community with nearby access to three major thoroughfares. New York State Route 5 is a scenic byway along Lake Erie's shoreline. U.S. Route 20 and Interstate 90 lead west to Downtown Erie, 25 miles away, and Erie International Airport, approximately 10 miles farther. Westfield Memorial Hospital is about 10 miles northeast via Route 20 and Route 5.
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Parks in this Area
Ripley Community Park
Transit
Airport
Erie International/Tom Ridge Field
50 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ripley
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ripley, NY sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Ripley, NY over the last 12 months is $144,052, down 37% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
These 32 acres are a great hunting and recreational property with a building lot located in Ripley NY, Chautauqua County.The land is mostly level with a slight decline from the front of the property towards the back of the property. Just off the road are approximately 8 acres of open field which would be a great location to build a home or cabin. The remaining 24 acres are wooded
These 12 acres are a great hunting and recreational property with a building lot located in Ripley NY, Chautauqua County.The land is level and open near the road with a good portion of hardwoods towards the back of the property. Just off the road are approximately 2 acres of open field which would be a great location to build a home or cabin. The remaining 10 acres are wooded. There
This 10 acres is a great hunting and recreational property located in Ripley NY, Chautauqua County.The land is mostly level with a slight decline from the front of the property towards the back of the property. Just off the road is approximately 2 acres of open field which would be a great location to build a home or cabin. The remaining 8 acres are wooded with mostly hardwoods. There
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,047
Median Age
47
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,756
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,417
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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