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BEACHWOOD

While Beachwood spans more than just five square miles, it is home to approximately 12,200 residents – a number that reaches more than 100,000 each day by those commuting to work or coming to shop, dine or visit – and an assortment of more than 3,000 businesses.

The city is noted for its great accessibility, a draw for many businesses and residents looking to relocate to the area. Beachwood is also recognized as an exceptional center for shopping, dining, recreation and cultural endeavors. Its educational opportunities are enhanced through the Beachwood City Schools system and, with more than 800 practicing physicians and access to the Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center, the city’s healthcare options are considerable. For more information on the city of Beachwood, please visit www.beachwoodohio.com.

BEDFORD HEIGHTS

Referred to as “The Crossroads to Better Living,” Bedford Heights is positioned 11 miles from Cleveland and offers unmatched accessibility to Interstates 271, 422 and 480. Nearly 11,500 people reside here, taking pleasure in the amplitude of recreation, excellent education through the Bedford City School District and quality healthcare through the 110-bed University Hospitals Health System (UHHS) Bedford Medical Center. Additionally, Bedford Heights’ economic vitality remains strong. Find out more about Bedford Heights at www.bedfordheights.gov.

BROADVIEW HEIGHTS

One of Cleveland’s select suburbs, Broadview Heights boasts a country-like environment removed from the busyness of nearby Cleveland and Akron. Its location just off Interstate 77 offers a link to additional freeways, as well as the Ohio Turnpike – a top appeal to both residents and businesses. The community’s friendly neighborhoods are ideal for any lifestyle, with accommodating prices ranging from $120,000 up through $1 million. Broadview Heights is also close to the great recreational opportunities of the Metro Park and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Learn more about Broadview Heights by visiting www.broadview-heights.org.

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS

Cleveland Heights is diverse, progressive and vital, and it is the ideal community in which to live, play and relax, build a business and indulge in the cultural arts. It’s the community that combines sophisticated city living with a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere. Its location is ideal – a convenient commute to downtown Cleveland and in close proximity to University Circle, Case Western Reserve University and to world-renowned medical facilities.

There are a rich array of housing options for people in every stage of life and every lifestyle – from Craftsman bungalows and front porch colonials to historic mansions and, most recently, innovative new condos and townhomes. There are also great rental opportunities in Cleveland Heights. You’ll find stately apartment buildings with convenient locations and modern amenities, as well as spacious rental units in double and duplex homes scattered within mostly single-family neighborhoods.

Distinctive shopping areas are tucked into neighborhoods - each district with its own special flair and ambiance. You can find theaters, boutiques and independent restaurants along with a variety of services, from specialty shops and grocers to shoe repair shops and florists, all within walking distance of the homes and apartments in each neighborhood.

Creativity and culture abound in Cleveland Heights – “home to the arts!” Artists, musicians, arts organizations, galleries and theatre and dance companies are drawn to the community where arts and recreation are a priority. The city has more than 135 acres of parkland and excellent recreational facilities, including a state-of-the-art Community Center with a year-round, Olympic-sized ice rink; gymnasium; track; fitness center and more. During the summer, the municipally-owned and operated Cain Park, a performing arts center, comes alive with theater, dance, music and more. To find out more, including relocation information, call the Heights Housing Service at (216) 291-5959 or visit www.ClevelandHeights.com.

DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND

The downtown Cleveland area has become a choice destination for relocation and tourism. Its rich diversity is evidenced through its different districts, which are lined with an assortment of restaurants, unique and national chain shops, comfortable lodging options and a selection of residential options.

The area is easy to reach, as it is located at the junction of Interstates 71, 77 and 90 and State Route 2. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is heavily utilized here, along with the services of Amtrak, Greyhound and the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Downtown Cleveland is surely a cultural mecca, packed with an animated arts scene that is characterized by outstanding theatrical troupes, an internationally prominent orchestra, opera, museums, galleries and more. In addition, the city’s deep musical heritage can be felt through countless live music clubs and the popular Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Recreation is abounding, due in large part to the city’s locale along Lake Erie and its excellent park systems. Education remains a significant aspect of the area as well. On top of all of this are first-rate medical options through several hospitals, clinics and endless private practices.

To learn more about the benefits to living, doing business or visiting the downtown Cleveland area, check out the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Greater Cleveland’s page at www.positivelycleveland.com.

LYNDHURST

The city of Lyndhurst is the embodiment of suburban living, offering all the top amenities of a big city with a small-town feel. This community is a retail haven with a number of great shopping centers, including the modern 615,000-square-foot Legacy Village, the premier lifestyle shopping center in this region of Ohio. Dining is just as abundant with a wide selection of choices that will satisfy any palate. Real estate remains affordable here with an average home price at $157,000. The community is served by the acclaimed South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District, which was recently presented with the Ohio Award for Excellence, and first-rate medical care through several healthcare avenues. For more information, check out the City of Lyndhurst’s website at www.lyndhurst-oh.com.

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS

Mayfield Heights has it all, from a preeminent corporate park, an esteemed public school district and a nationally-ranked hospital to two city parks and a great retail district. Its big city amenities, array of significant services and great location continue to attract new residents and businesses. Get to know Mayfield Heights more by checking out the City’s Web site at www.mayfieldheights.org.

SHAKER HEIGHTS

Situated a short eight miles from downtown Cleveland, the city of Shaker Heights takes pleasure in its fusion of peaceful living removed from the hustle and bustle of Cleveland with its own distinctly cultured environment. This community of 32,000 residents and more than 1,000 diverse businesses hails as the state’s premier planned garden city and is characterized by true diversity, excellent educational offerings, charming neighborhoods and a welcoming and expanding economic climate.

Shaker Heights enjoys easy access to much of Cleveland’s cultural avenues, business opportunities, revered healthcare facilities and popular professional sports. In fact, the city is the only suburb on Cleveland’s eastern side to operate a rapid transit system, taking passengers everywhere from downtown Cleveland to the airport.

One of the city’s proudest facets is certainly its first-rate educational system. The award-winning Shaker Heights City Schools (SHCS) serves approximately 5,600 students within eight facilities. While the district offers advanced curriculum and an abundance of extracurricular activities, it encompasses nationally-recognized programs in theater, human relations and minority achievement. In addition to SHCS are several independent schools providing an excellent alternative to public education.

Dedicated to our environment, Shaker Heights stands as a pioneer in the Green Building/Sustainable Community Practices movement and is one of the region’s sole communities to espouse laws and regulations encouraging green construction. The city is also home to a regional Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, which has been deemed a National Environmental Education Landmark. To learn more about the wonderful city of Shaker Heights, please visit www.shakeronline.com.

SOUTH EUCLID

With a population of more than 23,500, South Euclid stands as a primarily residential community located within reach of the Interstates 90, 271 and 480 corridors. Not only is South Euclid home to award-winning schools and the prestigious Notre Dame College, it also boasts exceptional opportunities for leisure. Four municipal parks, one Metropark, three swimming pools, ball fields, trails and tennis courts sprinkle the landscape of the community. Find out more about South Euclid by accessing its Web site at www.cityofsoutheuclid.com.

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS

Though its early history depicts this area as a rural village, University Heights has grown into a modern, attractive city located just outside of downtown Cleveland. Its population of 14,000 residents enjoy the availability of great amenities, including outstanding recreational facilities and programs, sites for shopping to meet those everyday needs, appealing homes and high-quality public and private schooling, including the presence of John Carroll University. Learn more at www.universityheights.com.


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