Little Italy
Dining in vineyard garden at Guarino’s
With more than 20 restaurants, Little Italy offers a diverse array of dining options, and authentic Italian cuisine is the specialty. Lou's Tavern serves up Italian classics, such as chicken parmesan and pizza sausage, while Mount Granita Italian Ice delights with handcrafted desserts using traditional Sicilian methods. Cent'Anni's menu features small bites, including charcuterie boards, ricotta bites, and veggie ricotta bites. The drink and dessert menu at Cent'Anni is equally appetizing, featuring caffe & dolce, espresso, macchiato, cappuccino, latte, affogato, boozy affogato, and chocolate mousse. Salted Dough specializes in pizzas and gelato. Established in 1918, Guarino's is Cleveland's oldest restaurant, offering traditional Italian-American food in an outdoor garden available during the summer. Their menu includes lasagna, chicken piccata, and veal saltimbocca, all served with a side of pasta.Locally-owned and operated boutiques are part of Little Italy's distinct charisma. To speak of Italy is to speak of wine; and Little Italy Wines is a favorite for its stock of hard-to-find vintage wines. Over 20 shops and studios populate the district and cultivate community building. Alchemy Studio is a multifaceted creative space for art, yoga, and ceramics classes. Other popular shops include Bolt & Spool fabric boutique, Keller Art Glass, a decorative art glass studio, and Moonstruck CLE, which sells vintage items and locally made crafts. Residents can shop for groceries at Murray Hill Market.
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Highly walkable neighborhood full of shopping and restaurants
The RTA bus service connects the area to downtown Cleveland and University Circle, making commuting easy. Nearby Chester Avenue and access to the I-71 and Ohio State Route 10 provide additional connectivity.The Feast of the Assumption is the biggest party in Little Italy
The annual Feast of the Assumption transforms the neighborhood into a vibrant celebration of Italian culture, complete with authentic cuisine, live music, and street parties. The Little Italy Summer Art Walk showcases local art across various mediums, while the weekly farmers market at Tony Brush Park offers fresh produce and crafts. The JAC Bocce Tournament, a fundraiser for the Alta House, brings friendly competition and community spirit.
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Lake View Cemetery offer scenic views for walks along the pathway
Tony Brush Park features a playground, gazebo, and chess tables where locals compete in friendly games. Wade Oval Park hosts concerts, bocce games, and picnics. Lake View Cemetery, a historic and scenic spot, is perfect for peaceful walks. The neighborhood is also improving stormwater systems by converting vacant land into green spaces and adding rain gardens to combat climate change impacts.
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Many of multifamily homes and condos on the market
Little Italy’s prized historic properties often sit next door to new construction. “It's quite interesting that you can have a 100-year-old home sitting next to a temporary structure,” says Realtor Bob Zimmer of Keller Williams Metropolitan “There's a lot of growth in the neighborhood. And it's continuing to grow at a rapid pace.” Vintage Queen Anne styles with turrets, sturdy American Foursquares, and modern condos with brick and warm wood facades are typical here. This eclectic mix of old and new reflects the neighborhood's growth and rapid development. Multifamily homes start at $230,000, with options reaching up to $800,000, providing spacious living for larger families or those seeking investment opportunities. Newly constructed condos are available from $250,000 to $1,175,000, catering to those who desire modern amenities and a maintenance-free lifestyle. Townhouses are priced around $360,000. Overall, the median home price in Little Italy is $419,500.
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Theater at Cleveland School of the Arts High School jumpstarts careers in the arts
Sunbeam Elementary School teaches students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and has a C-minus Niche rating. Students can attend Cleveland School of the Arts High School, which has a C-plus rating. The school's theatre arts program combines classroom learning with hands-on training in acting, directing, playwriting, and production. Students take basic and advanced courses, taught by theatre professionals, to prepare for college programs in theatre.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Karen Eagle
Karen Eagle
Elite Sotheby's International Realty
(216) 606-8158
342 Total Sales
1 in Little Italy
$375,000 Price
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Joseph Zingales
Joseph Zingales
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
(440) 530-7856
729 Total Sales
1 in Little Italy
$535,000 Price
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Yinzhu Piao
Yinzhu Piao
Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
(216) 677-1419
129 Total Sales
2 in Little Italy
$335K - $432K Price Range
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Karyl Morrison
Karyl Morrison
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna
(234) 901-3995
329 Total Sales
1 in Little Italy
$315,000 Price
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Michael Atkinson
Michael Atkinson
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate Group
(216) 238-6501
239 Total Sales
1 in Little Italy
$332,000 Price
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Craig Cantrall
Craig Cantrall
Responds QuicklyChestnut Hill Realty, Inc.
(216) 369-4880
147 Total Sales
2 in Little Italy
$390K - $600K Price Range
Schools
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- 3rd to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 10th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Wade Oval
- Botanical Gardens
- Multi-Purpose Field
Tony Brush Park
Claud Foster Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Cedar Glen Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
David E. Davis Sculpture Garden
- Trails
Carlton Courts
- Tennis
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Little Italy | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Little Italy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Little Italy, Cleveland Heights sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Italy, Cleveland Heights over the last 12 months is $699,900, up 87% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$699,900
Median Sale Price
$699,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,100,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$705,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$263,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
87%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
185
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
10.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,571
Below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,275
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,698
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
875
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,725 - $1,750 per month
- Mayfield Station Apartments
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 421+ Sq Ft
- 11905 Mayfield Rd
- Cleveland, OH
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$1,799 - $4,216 per month
- The Monroe
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 592+ Sq Ft
- 1862 E 123rd St
- Cleveland, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,745
Median Age
30
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,738
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,312
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
58.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
64''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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