Clemens Center Pkwy / South Ave, Elmira, NY
Is Clemens Center Pkwy / South Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe269
Medium405
Low485
Other902
157 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape66
Child involved29
Assault3
Other68
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a medical alarm activation near East Church Street at Clemens Manor. A 911 call later reported a patient with difficulty breathing in apartment (number withheld). | E Church St Suite 101, Elmira, NY 14901 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible stroke at a location on East McCanns Boulevard, west of Lake Road, in Elmira Heights. Multiple fire and EMS units, including unit 712, were dispatched and arrived on scene. | E McCanns Blvd, Elmira, NY 14903 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and an ambulance were dispatched to a possible intoxicated person reportedly going in and out of consciousness near the intersection of Ray Street and Grace Street in Elmira, New York. | Grace St, Elmira, NY 14901 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance 633 is responding to a reported intoxicated person who is in and out of consciousness at a location on Grace Street in Elmira. | Grace St, Elmira, NY 14901 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and an ambulance responded to a report of an intoxicated person going in and out of consciousness near Race Street in Elmira, New York. Fire units later cleared the scene, and officers checked a person with an apparent probation violation warrant from Steuben County. | Race St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a report of a suspicious condition near Fairway Avenue involving a maroon Jeep with no doors, where the driver was reportedly sitting inside with loud music playing. The call came from a person who refused to identify themselves. | Fairway Ave, Elmira, NY 14904 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported diabetic medical emergency involving an unresponsive patient at a residence near Spaulding Street. An ambulance unit reported arriving at the scene. | Spaulding St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews respond to a reported diabetic patient who is not alert at a location on Spaulding Street in Elmira. Units are dispatched, respond, and report arriving on scene. | Spaulding St, Elmira, NY 14904 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a second apparent traffic stop involving a red Hyundai Sonata. Dispatch treated it as a separate incident associated with the area of Fairway Ave in Elmira, New York. | Fairway Ave, Elmira, NY 14904 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment complex on East 14th Street in Elmira Heights for a medical alarm indicating a possible stroke in an upper-floor apartment. The responding units confirmed the apartment number as (number withheld). | E 14th St, Elmira Heights, NY 14903 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$72,197
Average Rent
$1,556
Vacancy Rate
19%
Nearby neighborhoods
Clemens Center Pkwy / South Ave Overview
Clemens Center Pkwy / South Ave is an urban neighborhood in Elmira, NY, with a high concentration of small apartment buildings and historic homes.
The median home price is $72,197, making it one of the most affordable neighborhoods in New York.
Vacancy rates are elevated at 19.0%, and the area has a notably high child poverty rate.
UrbanHistoric HomesAffordable Housing
Quick Facts
| Bicycle Commuters | 5.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood is dominated by small apartment buildings and historic residences, with a high vacancy rate.
| Housing Age | 63.2% built no later than 1939 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small apartment buildings and single-family homes |
| Renter Occupancy | Majority renter occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of historic homes built before 1940.
High bus and bicycle commuting rates support car-free lifestyles.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a low average income and a very high child poverty rate.
Strong Sales & Service Workforce — Nearly 40% employed in sales and service jobs, the largest occupational group.
Transit-Oriented — 10.6% bus commuters and 5.0% bicycle commuters, both well above national averages.
| Child Poverty Rate | 69.1% |
|---|---|
| Italian Language Speakers | 17.5% |
| Sales and Service Employment | 39.9% |
Demographics & Education
| Executive/Professional Share | 15.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 69.1% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Top Languages | English (96.6%), Italian (17.5%), Polish, Spanish |
| Top Ancestries | Irish (13.5%), German (10.8%), Mexican (10.5%), English (10.1%), Italian (8.0%) |
Commute Patterns
Commuters here have short travel times with significant use of bus and bicycle.
High transit and bicycle use reflect urban character and support alternative transportation.
Transit Use — Bus commuting is common, supporting car-free lifestyles.
Bicycle Friendly — Bicycle commuting rate is among the highest nationally.
| Under 15 Minute Commute | 38.4% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 58.1% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 10.6% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 5.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Clemens Center Pkwy / South Ave?
The median home price is $72,197, less expensive than 98.7% of New York neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
69.1% of children live below the federal poverty line, higher than 98.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
58.1% drive alone, with significant bus (10.6%) and bicycle (5.0%) commuting rates.