In 1682, King Charles II of England gave up a large portion of land west of Pennsylvania to Connecticut. General Moses Cleaveland, a veteran of the Revolutionary War and a shareholder in the Connecticut Land Company, the owner of this land, set out to survey the area for possible development. Prior to Cleaveland arriving in the area, most of what is now Ohio was home to several Native American tribes. In 1796, Cleaveland landed on the shores of Lake Erie near the mouth of the Cuyahoga River, where he carved out a small village, named it for himself, and proceeded to return to Connecticut. The city’s name was eventually changed, dropping the “a'' from General Cleaveland’s name The village took some time growing but eventually became a thriving commercial center with the digging of the Erie Canal, linking Lake Erie to the Hudson River. Cleveland is now a thriving metropolitan area home to a melting pot of cultures.

Spend an afternoon or evening exploring some of Cleveland’s vibrant neighborhoods. You just might find your next house. Cleveland, OH has many neighborhoods to choose from; here are a few to consider:

Traverse the Towpath
Tremont is the only Cleveland neighborhood located directly on the Towpath, a 101-mile all-purpose trail that connects downtown Cleveland with the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
While you enjoy a nice ride, you’ll be charmed by the Victorian houses and Craftsman-style bungalows intermixed with contemporary new construction with the backdrop of Cleveland’s stunning skyline.

After biking, wander around the neighborhood, grab breakfast at Lucky's and browse some quaint boutiques. If you’re into movie trivia, visit the neighborhood landmarks – St.Theodosius Russian Orthodox Cathedral, which was prominently featured in the movie, The Deer Hunter, and the house that inspired the movie A Christmas Story.

Visit Old Brooklyn
Hidden amongst the modest colonials and brick bungalows of Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood sits the most famous residence of Old Brooklyn, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.

With easy access to downtown, Tremont, and Ohio City, this affordable enclave is a great community for young families. In the summer months, check out Jack Frost Donuts and Memphis Kiddie Park, a Cleveland institution that provides pint-size amusement park rides for the tiny thrill-seekers.

Head to the Beach
Edgewater Park is a highly desirable area because of its proximity to the beach, restaurants, and parks. It has a suburban feel and is very kid-friendly with walkable neighborhoods. During the summer months enjoy concerts, picnics, and family gatherings at the 147 acres of the Edgewater Metropark.


The Terminal Tower
The Terminal Tower, completed in 1927, majestically stands 52 stories above Public Square in downtown Cleveland. One of the most recognizable landmarks in Cleveland, the Terminal Tower is now a multi-use building home to retail, commercial, and residential occupants.

The West Side Market
Built more than a century ago, the West Side Market is a Cleveland icon; it's both a travel destination and a neighborhood market for nearby residents of the Ohio City and Tremont neighborhoods. The market is home to more than 100 locally owned independent businesses selling fresh meats, cheeses, poultry, seafood, bakery items, spices, ethnic specialties, prepared foods, and much more.

A Christmas Story House
A house Cleveland, OH residents love to take visitors to, is a two-story Victorian in Tremont made famous in the holiday movie, A Christmas Story. Visitors to this Cleveland landmark can even spend the night and relive the movie all night long.

Parks
Greenspace and easy access to parks and outdoor recreational facilities are very important to the overall health of a community. Cleveland has that covered. From planned greenspaces like the Cultural Gardens, with its 33 gardens that honor the diverse groups of Cleveland’s immigrant population, to the Cleveland Metroparks with more than 24,000 acres in and around Cleveland, you are never too far from nature. Many of the Metroparks are linked by trails or paths and are collectively referred to as the “Emerald Necklace.” Not far from Cleveland is Ohio’s only National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP). Bikers and hikers can take this multipurpose trail from Lake Erie in downtown via the 101-mile Towpath Trail that follows the route of the Ohio and Erie Canal. This trail intersects many other urban trails allowing riders access from many Cleveland neighborhoods.