Old Brooklyn
Suburban Neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio
Cuyahoga County 44109, 44144
A variety of home styles in Old Brooklyn
The neighborhood has several different housing styles, including Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, Cape Cod, ranch-style homes and bungalows. Multi-family dwellings and duplexes are common, and buyers can find mobile homes. “It is a very affordable neighborhood for many Clevelanders, which makes it harder to find a home here. People are not selling. And if they do, houses get snatched up quickly,” Gail says. Homes spend an average of 22 days on the market, compared to the national average of 45. Many houses have two-car garages. Locals routinely walk their dogs on the neighborhood’s sidewalks. Despite its urban nature, the area has an abundance of mature trees. Most homes were built between 1920 and 1960. Mobile homes and fixer-uppers can cost between $50,000 and $100,000. Move-in ready homes often range from $75,000 to $285,000 and increase in price with additional space and renovations. The occasional new build can cost between $350,000 and $400,000. Duplexes and multi-family homes can range from $50,000 to $385,000, depending on the size and extent of renovations.
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Home to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Cleveland’s largest community garden
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is a neighborhood highlight with more than 2,500 animals from 600 species. The zoo also hosts events throughout the year like the annual Wild Winter Lights, a walk- or drive-through holiday light show. Brighton Park is another example of growth and change in the neighborhood. The former landfill has been transformed into a green space with walking paths and native plants. Another community gem is the Ben Franklin Community Garden. At 5 acres, it’s Cleveland’s largest community garden. Brookside Reservation has even more green space with trails and baseball fields. Huntington Bank Field, home to the Cleveland Browns, is 8 miles away. Fans can catch a Cavaliers game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse or cheer for the Guardians at Progressive Field, both of which are 5 miles away.
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School choice at Cleveland Metro School District
Kids in pre-kindergarten through Grade 8 may attend Charles Mooney School, which earns a C grade from Niche. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District offers school choice, meaning students can choose to attend one of the district’s 30 high schools. One option is Rhodes School of Environmental Studies, a B-minus public magnet school in the neighborhood geared toward students interested in agriculture and environmental fields. The school has partnerships with the Cuyahoga Water and Soil Conservation District, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Environmental Education Center, and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
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Music in the Garden and other neighborhood events
Residents here have been vocal and proactive in the neighborhood's redevelopment. The Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation organizes regular events throughout the year, like the Music in the Garden summer concert series held in the Ben Franklin Community Garden on the first and third Saturdays from June through September. There’s also YP Social Hour, a monthly gathering for young professionals at different bars and coffee shops in Old Brooklyn.
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Close to I-480 and the Jennings Freeway
Old Brooklyn is close to highways, including Interstate 480, I-71 and State Route 176, locally known as the Jennings Freeway. The neighborhood is about 6 miles from downtown Cleveland, and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 8 miles away. Public transportation on the Cleveland RTA bus system offers an alternative to cars. Medical care is less than 2 miles away at MetroHealth Medical Center – Main Campus.Local businesses on Broadview Road
Though Old Brooklyn is home to an eclectic commercial scene, it’s not just business here. “The neighborhood has a familial feel to it,” says Conner Gail, Housing Coordinator at Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation. “Even the businesses have a genuinely homey feel. Shops treat you like you are a part of their family.”The area along Broadview Road has a wealth of local businesses and restaurants. Rebel Reserve is an eclectic western-inspired coffee shop and vintage store, while Gabe’s Family Restaurant is a homey diner dishing out classic American fare. Broadview Road is also home to local markets like the no-frills Ziggy’s Produce and Farm Market. There are plenty of dessert options, too, including Jack Frost Donuts and B.A. Sweetie Candy Company, both local landmarks. In addition to offering candy by the pound, the B.A. Sweetie also has a 36-hole miniature golf course and an old-fashioned soda shop. The Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick showcases a unique collection of over 500 artifacts related to folklore and the supernatural.
The Old Brooklyn Farmers Market, open from July to September, offers fresh produce, artisanal goods and local crafts. The Steelyard Commons shopping center is another recent development north of town, and it features big-box stores like Home Depot, Marshalls, Target and Walmart Supercenter.
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Redeveloping Memphis and Pearl
One of the neighborhood’s most significant opportunities for growth is the redevelopment of the intersection of Memphis Avenue, Pearl Road and Broadview Road. This commercial district, also the site of St. Luke’s United Church of Christ, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation was awarded over $2 million of Ohio Brownfield Remediation grant funds to remove asbestos and lead and to demolish and repurpose buildings on Memphis and Pearl. While residents have been somewhat split between the adaptive reuse of some buildings and the creation of a new mixed-use development, most locals agree new business is a priority. Faith is an essential part of life in the area. Numerous churches and houses of worship are nearby, including Catholic, Lutheran and Baptist churches. So, it makes sense that one proposed compromise would transform the abandoned St. Luke’s Church into a mixed-use development with market-rate apartments, shopping, dining, and places for fellowship.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joanne Davis
Joanne Davis
Century 21 Homestar
(844) 838-3920
53 Total Sales
1 in Old Brooklyn
$279,000 Price
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Joseph Zingales
Joseph Zingales
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
(440) 530-7856
748 Total Sales
2 in Old Brooklyn
$93K - $283K Price Range
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Mark Vittardi
Mark Vittardi
CENTURY 21 DePiero & Associates, Inc.
(216) 284-4558
587 Total Sales
18 in Old Brooklyn
$85K - $192K Price Range
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Daniel Mayo
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Daniel Mayo
Assad & Crea Realty Group
(216) 859-4549
46 Total Sales
2 in Old Brooklyn
$64K - $140K Price Range
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Roxana Rodriguez
Roxana Rodriguez
Century 21 DeAnna Realty
(216) 294-2800
73 Total Sales
3 in Old Brooklyn
$112K - $145K Price Range
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Heather Wood
Heather Wood
McDowell Homes Real Estate Services
(216) 238-3174
65 Total Sales
2 in Old Brooklyn
$85K - $108K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 2nd to 12th
- Public
- 3rd to 12th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Harmody Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Brookside Reservation
Loew Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Trails
Brighton Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Archmere Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Calgary Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Old Brooklyn | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old Brooklyn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Brooklyn, Cleveland sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Brooklyn, Cleveland over the last 12 months is $170,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$170,000
Median Sale Price
$170,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$170,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$174,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$170,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
339
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,663
Number of Homes for Sale
33
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,273
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,329
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,538
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$805 - $980 per month
- Broadview Gardens Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 444+ Sq Ft
- 1907 Pleasantdale Rd
- Cleveland, OH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
29,467
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,022
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,030
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
17.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
64''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 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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