University Neighborhood (Syracuse, New York)

 neighborhood, draw only border

 Upload a photo

The University Neighborhood, which lies directly east of Syracuse University, is predominantly a residential neighborhood made up of mid-scale early 20th century single-, two- and three-family homes. Off-campus student housing and University faculty and staff populate the University neighborhood.

There is very little business activity in the University Neighborhood, with few exceptions being small neighborhood convenience stores that cater to off-campus student housing. The neighborhood also houses the City's only cooperative grocery store, Syracuse Real Food Cooperative.

The University Neighborhood houses Barry Park which contains a playground, tennis and basketball courts, a baseball field, soccer field, and a large open space for many other actives. During the summer months, many residents use the park for walking, skating and biking.

Sherman Park, located at Westmoreland and Tecumseh Avenues are also used by youth for softball and soccer. Moringside Reservoir is situated on top of a drumlin and the area surrounding the reservoir is used by the residents for jogging, walking, and hiking.