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School spirit and suburban living in central New York
Spanning the main campus of Syracuse University, a sliver of downtown and a largely residential community with roots dating back to the 1800s, Eastside blends a lively collegiate atmosphere with suburban comfort less than 2 miles from the city center.
Opposite Syracuse’s 700-acre campus across Comstock Avenue, neighborhoods such as Westcott, Meadowbrook and Scottholm loosely interlock to form this leafy community that also includes a few smaller colleges and a SUNY medical university. “It’s a lot of professionals, doctors, professors and pockets of students. The location is excellent because of its proximity to our hospitals and universities,” says Jean Hill, a local associate broker with Hunt Real Estate ERA. “And there’s a lot of social things to do.”
In warmer months, Eastside residents unwind at amenity-rich parks, country club golf courses and local restaurants in a neighborhood business district along Westcott Street. Throughout the fall and winter, the bitter cold — not to mention more than 100 inches of snow most years — forces most residents to bundle up. But folks find ways to enjoy the seasons even in the face of freezing temperatures and a blistering wind chill. Syracuse football and basketball sends fans into a feverish frenzy, while public skating rinks and the nearby Destiny USA shopping mall bring people together, creating classic winter scenes during the holidays and beyond.
Syracuse University is the most well known college in Upstate NY, located in Eastside Syracuse.
Eastside residents head to Wegman's on Route 5 to get all of their supermarket essentials.
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Traditional Craftsman, Tudor and Italianate homes near Syracuse University
The roots of Eastside’s architectural heritage run deep, exemplified by the numerous Colonial, Tudor and Italianate homes in the area. At the turn of the 20th century, Gustav Stickley — a furniture manufacturing mogul and champion of the Arts and Crafts design movement — built a Queen Anne with chestnut wall paneling and beamed interiors. After petitioning for its inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places, preservationists now maintain the landmark home as the first example of American Craftsman design, a style that inspires the neighborhood’s low-pitched roofs, prominent porches, natural woodwork and stone masonry. “There’s so much character in these houses,” Hill says. “It’s a competitive market. There’s usually multiple offers on them.”
Well-maintained historical homes and larger contemporary-traditional residences with three or more bedrooms can cost between $300,000 and $600,000. Single-family homes in the area land at a median price of $230,000, while older properties marketed as student rentals and modest ranch-style homes go for $100,000 to $300,000.
Tudor homes are common throughout Eastside Syracuse.
Arts and Crafts design inspires the architecture of many homes in Eastside Syracuse.
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Golfing at Drumlins, budding roses at Thornden Park and bald eagles at Onondaga Lake
Up the road from Syracuse University, Thornden Park serves as the community’s largest recreational space, featuring trails, playgrounds, tennis courts, a community pool and an amphitheater where local thespians take on Shakespeare. The 76-acre park also includes the E.M. Mills Rose Garden, one of the nation’s oldest municipal rose gardens. In the winter, folks come to the Clinton Square Ice Rink to carve figure eights beneath holiday lights and the downtown skyline. And when weather allows, Drumlins Country Club, operated by Syracuse University, has both private and public golf courses.
Drumlins Golf Course, operated by Syracuse University, is open to the public.
On the shores of Onondaga Lake, bird watchers come to snap photos of Bald Eagles.
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Cheering on the Orange in the Loud House
Snow or shine, Eastside offers plenty of local activities and events. Westcott Theater hosts the annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair, a daylong celebration featuring food, art, live performances and cultural activities. Thornden Park cooks up an annual chili cookoff, movie nights and other events throughout the summer. And the JMA Wireless Dome — aka “The Loud House” — hosts Syracuse home games, as football and basketball fans cheer for their beloved Orange during ACC play.
Syracuse Orange fans attend home football and basketball games at the JMA Wireless Dome.
The JMA Wireless dome, formerly the Carrier Dome, is the premier sporting arena in Syracuse.
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Neighborhood cafes and boutiques in Westcott, plus campus pubs on Marshall Street
In the university area, Marshall Street is a main gathering place for students and Orange fans, with orange-and-blue bars, small corner stores and shops selling Syracuse apparel. Further into Eastside’s more residential area, folks living along the Westcott Street corridor can walk or bike to brunch at Recess Coffee or Rise N Shine Diner before browsing the vintage racks at Boom Babies. On Route 5, which loosely outlines the Eastside area, residents can shop for groceries at supermarkets such as Trader Joe’s, Wegmans and Aldi. West of downtown, next to Onondaga Lake, Destiny USA features over 250 shops, restaurants and venues across its six floors, making it one of the nation’s largest shopping malls.
Patrons at Orange Crate Brewing Company drink and watch the SU basketball game, Eastside.
The menu at Recess Coffee in Eastside is expansive; choose from many beverages or snacks.
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Local public schools between Syracuse University and Le Moyne College
The Syracuse City School District educates more than 19,000 students a day. In Eastside, students can attend Edward Smith School, rated C by Niche, before advancing to Nottingham High School, which received a B-minus. In addition to Syracuse University, other colleges in Eastside include the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, SUNY Upstate Medical University, and Le Moyne College, a private Jesuit university.
The Schine Student Center at Syracuse University stays busy throughout the academic year.
Niche gives Nottingham High School in Eastside a B-minus.
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Quick access to interstates, CENTRO buses and neighborhood bike lanes
Eastside residents have several options for commuting within and around the greater Syracuse area. New York’s two major interstates, east–west I-90 and north–south I-81, intersect just north of Syracuse, and the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority operates CENTRO bus routes throughout the Eastside and the rest of Syracuse. Bike lanes in the community make it easy for students, professors and health care workers to commute to the university’s main campus as well as the Syracuse VA Medical Center, Crouse Hospital, St. Joseph’s Health Hospital or the Upstate University Hospital. Traveling by air, residents can catch a flight from Syracuse Hancock International Airport — just 15 minutes by car — or ride the rails at the William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center, where Amtrak makes frequent stops.
Around the SU Campus, public transportation includes trolleys with university colors.
Public transportation on the Eastside of Syracuse can be found on almost every street.
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Parks in this Area
Comfort Tyler Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Barry Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Forman Park
Thornden Park
Pool
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Homer Wheaton Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Westminster Park
Trails
Hiking
Walking Paths
Lougen Park
Playground
Walking Paths
Westmoreland Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Rand Tract Park
Transit
Airport
Syracuse Hancock International
18 min drive
Bus
Syracuse Destiny Usa, Ny
Bus
Westcott St & Harvard Pl
Bus
Meadowbrook Dr & Broad St
Bus
Manley South Layover
Bus
Colvin St & Westmoreland Ave
Bus
E Genesee St & Maple St
Bus
E Raynor Ave & Stadium Pl
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eastside
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastside, Syracuse sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Eastside, Syracuse over the last 12 months is $256,620, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 712 Ackerman Ave. Located in the South East University Association Neighborhood. Walking distance to SUNY ESF, Syracuse University, Westcott Community Center, Thorndon Park, Westcott Business District and Ed Smith School. This home was built on a hill offering privacy & stunning views. The design of 712 Ackerman is unique to the area w/3159 square feet the " Arts and Crafts Bungalow"
Welcome to this beautifully updated and lovingly maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located in the award winning Jamesville-Dewitt (J/D) School District. Perfectly situated, this home offers a wonderful balance of modern amenities and timeless charm — ideal for today’s lifestyle.Step inside to a warm and inviting interior featuring gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout much of the
Outstanding 3-family between LeMoyne College and SU. It has a 2-car garage with ample parking. First floor is a 3-bedroom, 1 full bath. There are 4 bedrooms and 1 full bath in the 2 units. The two-bedrooms, 1 full bath on the 3rd unit. Both 2nd and 3rd units are all updated and remodeled. Tenants pay their own utilities. There are replacement windows in each unit. Great income producers and
University Money Maker - Ideal Rental or Owner-Occupied PropertyThis spacious 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is a fantastic investment opportunity, currently being used as a rental but with plenty of potential for owner occupancy. The home features 2 cozy wood fireplaces, a formal dining room, and a newly updated kitchen with brand-new appliances. Recent updates include a new A/C, furnace, and
Now Leasing for 2025/2026!Rise to the next level of student housing for Syracuse students! This isn’t just a place to live, it’s where you really live. The Laurel’s student apartments provide the ultimate variety, with sleek, modern style and world-class amenities that will redefine your college experience. The Laurel’s superior amenities include an outdoor courtyard, rooftop terrace,
Short-term / 1 year lease available. Fully furnished. Extensively remodeled in 2016, and now houses four luxurious condominiums. one condo available (Unit A) . It has an open layout with a spacious, modern kitchen featuring granite countertops, brand-new appliances, abundant natural light, and elegant hardwood floors throughout. On the first floor, you'll find a convenient half bath,
Nestled at the top of the hill on a quiet cul-de-sac near Syracuse University, this luxury new development property offers Studio, 1,2, and 3-bedroom units in a quiet & safe location. Each building is surrounded by sweeping grass lawns and trees—US Mail service in a secure separate site with secure package receptacles. Many buildings feature balconies and patios.This luxury-style property
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
38,178
Median Age
28
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,898
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,048
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
49.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
82''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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