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A community on the brink of a rebirth
Kinsman has evolved from a 19th-century industrial community into a small, 21st-century neighborhood with emerging opportunities to address longstanding inequities, some of which stem from racial tensions that plagued southeast Cleveland in the 1950s. Decades of disinvestment in the area led to neglect and a lack of resources. Still, recent housing development projects prioritized by Mayor Bibb worth millions of dollars are being poured back into the neighborhood.
“Despite being in the heart of the city, Kinsman has many green spaces and farms nestled between its train stations and main streets,” says Josh Jones Forbes, marketing and communications director at Cleveland Neighborhood Progress. “Neighbors know each other through creative community efforts, like WOVU 95.9 FM radio and the BoxSpot mini-shops.” These are backed by nonprofit development group Burten, Bell, Carr Development Inc., who also helped establish the Rid-All Green Partnership, an urban farm in the heart of the neighborhood that plays a vital role in supporting the community.
Millions poured into new housing developments
Mayor Bibb has prioritized revitalizing Cleveland’s Southeast Side, including Kinsman. “The city’s Southeast Side is a point of emphasis for the current mayoral administration, with recent projects directly affecting residents. Before these efforts, a portion of the neighborhood was known as the ‘Forgotten Triangle,’ impacting both the Kinsman and Woodland Hills communities,” said Terry Metter, a librarian at the Cleveland Public Library. Supported by $45 million in grants, the area is transforming, including the construction of new apartments and a large-scale reconstruction of Woodhill Homes. For prospective homebuyers, purchasing a home in the area can be financially advantageous compared to renting. Colonial-style homes, priced between $14,000 and the low $100,000s, offer affordable opportunities for ownership.
Small cottages and Cape Cods give Kinsman its warmth and charm.
Kinsman has become a hot spot for new, modern, single family homes.
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Cultivate green spaces at Black-owned, Rid-All Green Partnership
Twenty-three acres of vacant land drew the attention of the Rid-All Green Partnership, an urban farm in the heart of the community. It is part of Cleveland’s Urban Agriculture Innovation Zone, an initiative to transform vacant land into a hub for creative agricultural activities and farming incubators. Locals can contribute by cultivating the land and working in the community kitchen, which hosts popular events like “Taco Tuesday” lunches and “Fish Fry Friday” dinners.
Nearby, Luke Easter Park is a gathering place for family reunions, picnics, and holiday events. The Zelma Watson George Recreation Center, located within the park, features a roller-skating facility that holds weekly events for all ages. Another local landmark, Sidaway Bridge, the only pedestrian suspension bridge in Ohio, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Once a vital connection between southeast Cleveland neighborhoods, residents now advocate for its restoration.
Rid-All Green Partnership teaches about clean urban farming to Kinsman families.
Children enjoy the swings at Luke Easter Park.
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Karamu House Theatre, WOVU 95.9FM, celebrates Black art and voices
Karamu, in Swahili, means “a place of joyful gathering.” That mission defines the Karamu House Theatre, the oldest Black theater company in the United States, celebrated by families and community members through poetry and live performances. Langston Hughes, a prominent Harlem Renaissance poet and writer, performed here. Other Black artists who performed at the theater include Zora Neale Hurston, Ruby Dee, Bill Cobbs, and, more recently, Debra Byrd, a vocal coach and arranger for American Idol and Canadian Idol.
WOVU 95.9 FM, a Black-owned community radio station, serves the predominantly Black neighborhoods of Central, Kinsman, and Buckeye. The station, founded by Burten, Bell, and Carr Development Inc., airs a mix of R&B, hip-hop, and gospel music. It also features unique programming, such as “Her in the Middle,” a woman-led sports show, and “Our Voices Today,” WOVU’s signature local community news segment.
Independent-owned stores at BoxSpot, Shoppes at Buckeye
A collection of 10 shipping containers painted yellow and gray houses BoxSpot, a center for independent businesses. These include a clothing boutique, a soul food restaurant, a hair and nail salon, an eyewear shop and the Kandy Kupboard, which specializes in personalized, old-fashioned candy with vegan and kosher options. Nearby at Buckeye Avenue and East 114th Street intersection, Simon’s Supermarket anchors the Shoppes at Buckeye alongside other retail stores. Along East 93rd Street, Mary’s Diner serves family-style breakfasts, while Kirkman’s Double Exposure offers wings and fried fish.
Kinsman's Boxspot is a shipping container shopping center with local retailers and restaurants.
JB's Grill, at Boxspot in Kinsman, serves up crispy wings and seasoned fries.
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East 79th Rail Station connects locals to Greater Cleveland area
Adjacent to Kinsman Rd, the main thoroughfare in the neighborhood, sits the East 79th RTA light rail station that connects residents from nature park reservations like Shaker Lakes to downtown Cleveland. Convenient access to Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and Children’s Hospital is 2 miles away. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 14 miles outside the neighborhood.
Notable Olympian graduates at East Technical High School
Anton Grdina School and Nathan Hale Elementary School, serving kindergarten through eighth grade, receive a C-minus grade from Niche. Students then attend East Technical High School, located 2 miles outside the neighborhood, which scores a C grade. The school also touts an extensive sports program with notable alums, including Olympians Jesse Owens and Harrison Dillard.
East Technical High is a secondary school under the operation of the Cleveland Metro area.
Kindsman's Anton Grdina School is home to the Mighty Bulldogs.
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On average, homes in Kinsman, Cleveland sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Kinsman, Cleveland over the last 12 months is $48,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
great investment opportunity. this property has been recently lead abated. Including exterior new siding, windows, etc. Rear deck and one car garage. Down unit has 3 year leas at $650 per month. Up unit and third floor are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
This charming single-family home offers great potential for investors or someone looking for an affordable home they can live in and update overtime. The county lists it as a 3-bedroom, with the third floor currently being used for storage. This space can be finished off to add valuable additional living space. The main level features a living room, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a eat in kitchen, and a
Welcome to your next great investment opportunity in Cleveland! This cash-flowing, 100% occupied duplex is a fantastic asset for any investor looking for stability and potential. This up-and-down duplex offers two units—a spacious two-bedroom, one-bath and a cozy one-bedroom, one-bath.This is not your average vacant fixer-upper; it’s a great investment property in a neighborhood with a
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