Boston Heights is a gateway to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Boston Heights is tucked along the edge of Cuyahoga Valley National Park in northeast Ohio, appealing to buyers seeking a quieter lifestyle with room to spread out. The park gives residents plenty to see and do year-round, and people can even catch a glimpse of the 60-foot Brandywine Falls. The area is more than just an outdoor getaway thanks to its strong schools and large lots, and commuters have short drives to cities like Cleveland and Akron.
An aerial view of Boston Heights.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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What buyers can pay for ranch-style homes and larger estates
The city is filled with ranch-style homes from the mid- to late 1900s that can run from the lower $300,000s to the upper $400,000s. Larger estates can vary in style but often range from the lower $500,000s to the upper $600,000s. Many of the area's homes have lots of half an acre or more, and some of them have private septic systems and water wells. The community tends to be much more expensive than nearby areas like Macedonia and Northfield Center, and it is roughly on par with Hudson to the east.
Ranch-style homes can be found throughout the Boston Heights area.
Large custom homes can be found in Boston Heights.
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Bike along the East Rim Trail or visit Brandywine Falls
About a third of the city's land belongs to Cuyahoga Valley National Park, providing forests to explore and historical landmarks to see. "We like to think of ourselves as the gateway to the national park," says Ron Antal, the Boston Heights mayor. The park's East Rim Trail system is popular with mountain bikers, and people often kayak along the Cuyahoga River. You can take pictures in front of Brandywine Falls, a 60-foot waterfall surrounded by trees. Elsewhere, Matthews-Thomas Park has a fish-stocked pond with a surrounding walking trail, a playground and baseball fields. You can play 18 holes at the nearby Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club. When winter arrives, the Boston Mills/Brandywine ski resort has nearly 20 trails to ride, including the steepest ski slope in the state.
Mountain bikers ride the East Rim Trail near Boston Heights.
Brandywine Falls is a hot spot for pictures.
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Boston Heights is located near state Route 8 and the Ohio Turnpike.
Easy drives to Cleveland and Akron
Interstate 80 cuts across the heart of the car-dependent area, and state Route 8 heads north-south through it. Downtown Cleveland is roughly 25 miles away, a commute that can take 30-50 minutes in rush hour traffic. Akron is about a 15-mile drive, which can take 15-25 minutes.
Hudson High School serves the region.
Students are split among three school districts
Most students are assigned to the highly rated Hudson City School District. Hudson High School offers access to vocational training in fields like engineering, media production and health technologies. Some students fall under the Woodridge Local School District or the Nordonia Hills City School District, both of which get high marks. The top-rated St. Barnabas School is a nearby private option for kindergarten through eighth grade.
Nearby restaurants range from lodge-style eateries to sports bars
There are not many dining options in Boston Heights, but there are several popular places to try within a few miles. You can sit down for a meal at:
Winking Lizard Tavern, a regional chain sports bar with classic pub fare
Fishers, a longstanding casual eatery with an outdoor patio
Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern, a lodge-style restaurant that serves New American eats
Casa D'Angelo, a family-owned spot for Italian food
Shopping for essentials is often done at Costco or at Target in nearby Macedonia.
After a long hike, stop at The Winking Lizard for a bite to eat.
Residents can stop by Costco to pick up the essentials.
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The Boston Heights Fall Festival headlines the events calendar
The events calendar revolves around the annual Boston Heights Fall Festival, which brings hayrides, a log-sawing competition and other activities. There's also an Easter egg hunt at Matthews-Thomas Park each spring, and Santa Claus visits Village Hall come December. Residents can also attend celebrations in neighboring communities, like Twinsburg's renowned Twins Days Festival. More than 20,000 people attend the festival, which includes a parade, lookalike competitions and lawn games.
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