2007-06-26 07:41:50 · 16 answers · asked by Cody D 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Cleveland
It really depends on what you are looking for!! Downtown Cleveland is more expensive than outside of Cleveland. There are nice lofts and penthouses that overlook Lake Erie. Most professionals live Downtown. The immediate suburbs are not so nice just outside of Cleveland...East or West. I mean, the places that are still called "Cleveland". East Cleveland is known for it's crime, etc. So is the West. The East is mostly African Americans, while the West is your lower-class Whites, and Puerto Ricans. Westside suburbs are OK. Lakewood is nice for young people..there's a lot to do. There are nice bars, clubs, places to eat, etc. Westlake is a little pricier, along with Rocky River, but very nice as well, and still not too expensive. Parma and Fairview Heights are like "big" little towns. They are predominantly white, etc. Not too expensive, and the houses are generally small. The east side is more expensive than the west. The property value is higher. It is still predominantly white, but more white-collar. Solon..is actually a good diverse mix. It is expensive though...and it is about 30 min outside of Cleveland. But, it is convenient in the fact that there is a lot to do, yet not too close to the city. Bainbridge, Chagrin Falls, Chardon....far east burbs, are all wealthier areas. Really, in the end, try readin about them all. Cleveland is very big on East and West. I am an Eastsider....but I moved to the Westside when I got married. It was OK...but VERY different from the East. I've since moved back...and am much happier on the East.
2007-06-27 12:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by danzr31585 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Hi. The one noticeable thing about Cleveland is there is a difference between west side and east side. It's always been like that. It's just a different flavor, even down to what crimes are more popular on once so or the other. I wish you had said where you were going to work. If you live in Cleveland Heights it's more of an effort to get on the highway. Like you have to go downtown to get on 90, 77, or 71. I have lived in the Heights for about 30 years now and I prefer it. There are rentals around the Coventry area usually but they are taken up by students this time of year. In the spring they will open up again. No matter which side of town you pick everything is convenient in terms of shopping and restaurants. I know across from Cleveland State they are building those apartment buildings. Problem is there is no grocery shopping down there. The closest would be the West Side market and they are only open Mon. Wed. Fri and Sat. True, as the other person said, you have Gordon Square but you gotta drive to get there. I live in Cleveland Heights. It takes me 20 min. to get to work downtown in the morning. Piece of cake. We do have some duplexes around the Cedar Lee area that might interest you. Look in the Sun Press east side -- that's local advertising.
2016-05-21 01:29:40 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm an Eastsider so I'm gonna say the East side of Cleveland! Really it depends on what kind of profession you're in. You may need to be close to downtown. Well you're in luck because they are building downtown with new condos and apartments. They are looking for the young professionals to move back downtown to breath some life back in the city. You could move near the flats, they have some nice apartments and you'd be right downtown. If you're business is medicine you might want to live in Cleveland Heights, in the Cedar Fairmount district, that is a nice young professional area. (Coventry is nice too, but its very college kid central, although you do have a lot of artist there) Cleveland Hts, is very close to 3 major hospitals, and is a 20 minutes outside of downtown Cleveland. Shaker Hts. is beautiful too, and its not that far from Downtown as well. Steer clear of East Cleveland.
As far as West side communities go, my best friend lives in Lakewood, which is about a 15-20 minute drive away from downtown and she likes it out there a lot. I hear Ohio City is nice, but I think it has a large gay community, so I don't know how comfortable you are with that. Personally I think Ohio City is beautiful. But I do think with all the renovations they are doing with downtown Cleveland, that might be the hottest place to live (in Cuyahoga County at least) for young professionals.
2007-06-26 08:28:09 · answer #3 · answered by Miss 6 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Downtown is not terrible if you stick close to the center (W6th, W9th, E12th...) but will be a bit pricey for not just rent but also dinner and drinks, and a large grocery store will involve a drive to the suburbs.
Tremont and Ohio City (just south of the city) are decent and artsy with the young professionals drinking and dining there, but you have to really really be careful because there are only a few good areas to live.
I've lived in Lakewood for about 2 years now and I love it. It's very down to earth, and there are so many places within walking distance to eat and drink. Clifton and Lake Blvds are practically right on Lake Erie, and would be a 10 min drive (15 min bus, 20 min RTA *train*) to downtown via the Shoreway.
East side is nice as well, but I don't really know too many people who live there.
Good luck!!!
2007-06-27 10:07:36 · answer #4 · answered by ♥inioko♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best Suburbs Of Cleveland
2016-11-13 01:37:48 · answer #5 · answered by riveria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No question...Lakewood (westside of the city 5 miles or less).
Best young, professional, and fun area that is close to downtown and will be an easy place to hang out and meet people.
I live on the eastside and until you get far away (30 min) from the city and into the suburbs, everything is run down and not suited for the professional person.
2007-06-26 10:19:42 · answer #6 · answered by BradJC4 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i am 24 and moved to cleveland in january- not for the illustrious city :) i live in cleveland heights, which is on the near east side of the city- near university circle, cleveland clinic, etc, and i like it- it's technically a suburb but is nice in that there's a neighborhood feel to it....and it feels ok being YOUNG here- i don't live on a cul de sac or anything.
the other place to look is lakewood, on the near west side, or ohio city...across from downtown. ohio city can be pricier as it is trendier, but it's a really neat area esp. if you wll be living downtown.
2007-06-27 15:33:31 · answer #7 · answered by robby_anna 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many people here in NE Ohio that work in Cleveland actually live in Medina. It takes a little time to drive but depending on where you live in Medina the highway (71) is right there, and many prefer it to living in Cleveland or surrounding areas. Good luck, and I hope you are not moving from some place warm and sunny year round.
2007-06-27 04:29:03 · answer #8 · answered by Norht 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It depends on your lifestyle... Personally, there are some really nice loft style apts that are right in the city close to nightlife and shopping... If you are more suburban oriented the westside offers convient/cheaper living accomodations (Lakewood being very close to downtowns with public transportation). Or Eastside is also nice- it has upscale shopping/dining....and is close to public trans and many affordable apts. as well... I'm a westsider.. I lived in Lakewood for many years and enjoyed the urban/suburban lifestyle... I think the Regency is a nice apt. building I've heard that it has it's own grocerystore/movie theatre inside. Some westside condo's are nice as well...
2007-06-26 08:06:30 · answer #9 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lakewood is a really nice community.
Going further outside of Lakewood a little, so is Westlake.
(I wouldn't live within the Cleveland city limits, but that's just me)
Good luck in your future!
2007-06-26 15:00:19 · answer #10 · answered by Szuch 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋