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Jefferson residents enjoy a central location and competitive housing costs
Cleveland’s Jefferson neighborhood attracts a diverse mix of families and professionals looking for affordable housing and a central location close to downtown and Lake Erie. Jefferson is part of the larger West Park area of Cleveland, which also includes the Kamm’s Corner, Riverside and Bellair-Puritas neighborhoods. "Calling this area Jefferson is more of a formality," says Realtor Kristina Morales of eXp Realty. "You may also hear this area referred to as West Park or even Kamm's Corner, depending on where you're looking."
Houses in Jefferson have long driveways as well as ample street parking.
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Modest bungalows, ranches and Foursquares
Homes in Jefferson include modest, two-bedroom bungalows and ranches and larger Foursquares built between the 1920s and 1950s. Houses sit on small lots separated by private driveways leading to detached garages in the backyard. "The housing is definitely at a price point where people can achieve home ownership," says Morales. Modest ranch houses under 1,000 square feet start around $125,000, and 2,000-square-foot Foursquares scales up to $200,000.
The streets of Jefferson are dotted with modest sized bungalows.
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Easy commute to Cleveland facilities
Morales says Jefferson's big attraction is its location, emphasizing how commuters can get around easily. "You're able to get downtown in 10 minutes or to the airport or Lake Erie in 15 minutes," she says. "You can get to the trendy neighborhoods really quickly, too." This convenience is largely thanks to Jefferson's proximity of Interstates 90 and 71. The neighborhood is also serviced by Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority buses and rapid transit trains, which take locals downtown and to surrounding areas in the city. This includes the train’s Red Line to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Public transportation is widely available on the main thoroughfares of Jefferson.
The RTA train is a fast and convenient way to commute from Jefferson to other communities in Cleveland.
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Jefferson Park, Mohican Park and Halloran Park
At the center of the neighborhood sits Jefferson Park. This green space includes eight tennis courts, two basketball courts and a playground. The park also has paved walkways and open fields for neighbors to take a stroll or throw around a football. Just north of Jefferson Park, Mohican Park offers standard park facilities like baseball fields and a basketball court. Halloran Park is also a favorite spot for families, with an indoor skating rink and pool with a waterslide.
Jefferson Park is a popular place for locals to engage in recreational activities.
Membership is free and skate rentals are only a dollar at Halloran Park Skating Rink in Jefferson.
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Neighborhood events at Jefferson Park
Locals also head to Jefferson Park for events, such as its Jefferson Rocks West Park series, a free summer concert series featuring live music, food trucks and inflatables for kids. The park also hosts its annual Haunted Hallow event in October, a family-friendly celebration with trick-or-treating, movies, hayrides and crafts. And of course, for residents craving more adventure, Downtown Cleveland is just 8 miles east of the neighborhood. Here, locals enjoy attractions like the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and West Side Market.
Jefferson locals often get fresh produce and prime cuts of meat at the West Side Market.
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George’s Kitchen and more shopping and dining on Lorain Avenue
Jefferson has several home-grown restaurants, including George’s Kitchen, a popular old-fashioned diner with large portions of American classics for breakfast and lunch. Another Jefferson mainstay is Der Braumeister. This restaurant has an extensive beer list to pair with its modernized German cuisine, including vegan and gluten-free options. Lorain Avenue, home to Der Braumeister and other local restaurants, is Jefferson’s main retail corridor. The road has an ALDI for grocery trips and takes locals all the way to Downtown Cleveland via the iconic Hope Memorial Bridge.
George's Kitchen in Jefferson is always teeming with returning customers.
Der Braumeister, in Jefferson, has a unique selection of uncommon German beers and serves new and authentic German dishes.
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Redevelopment plans for Lorain Avenue
The Cuyahoga County Planning Commission created a Lorain Avenue Businesses District Plan in December 2022. The core of this project involves restoring and reopening Variety Theater, an abandoned, 1,900-seat venue built in 1924. The property was bought in 2022 with plans for reinvestment. The commission hopes to draw small businesses and new apartments to the area to create a lively, pedestrian-friendly centerpiece for the neighborhood.
You can find this Magic Hat sculpture by artist Stephen Manka and other public art all around Jefferson.
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Cleveland Metropolitan School District and specialty high schools
Jefferson's public schooling options are provided by Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Students start at Garfield School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade and earned a C from Niche. Jefferson is also home to the tuition-free, B-minus-rated Global Ambassadors Language Academy, Northeast Ohio's first dual-language immersion school and the state's only Mandarin immersion program. The school teaches kindergarten through eighth grade. One option for older students is John Marshall High School, a C-plus-rated specialty school. A student's first two years here focus on core and elective classes before digging into specialized engineering, information technology, or business and civic leadership courses.
John Marshall High School is home to the Lawyers.
Students are challenged to excel at Garfield Elementary School.
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Jefferson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jefferson, Cleveland sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Jefferson, Cleveland over the last 12 months is $155,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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