West Bank
$253,021
Average Value
Enduring nightlife and live music at Jacob's Pavilion
The West Bank has enduring nightlife staples like Shooters On The Water and Harbor Inn Café. Shooters was established in 1987 when the Flats was Cleveland’s nightlife go-to. Its stability and waterfront view have continued drawing thousands of guests each summer. Harbor Inn is Cleveland's oldest original dive bar, outdating Shooters by nearly 100 years. It looks like it came out of a vintage photo, with red and black checkered floors, string lights, exposed brick interiors and pinball machines. “There are enduring spots, but they’ve gotten rid of a lot of the bar scene,” says real estate agent Katy Brahler with Re/Max Above and Beyond, who has family living in the neighborhood. “This has helped deescalate some of the crime.” While the neighborhood receives a 10 out of 10 on the CAP Index, redevelopment efforts from the city, including bike paths, are starting to mitigate crime. “I’ve been in Cleveland a while, and I’ve watched it grow,” Brahler says. “Every time I’m down there, it seems like everyone is smiling because it’s a different Cleveland than it was 30 years ago.”Locals love live music, and there’s no better place to listen than Jacob’s Pavilion, the neighborhood’s go-to for an outdoor concert. This waterfront, open-air venue has become a music haven, welcoming well-known bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd. After the concert, folks can head to McCarthy’s across the street for post-show drinks, a hole-in-the-wall spot on the corner of a brick building. The Funny Bone Comedy Club and the Music Box Supper Club, an indie music venue, are other popular spots.
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Condos, condos, condos
The West Bank’s housing market is slightly more diverse than the East Bank, but availability can be just as fleeting. Like most of downtown Cleveland, condominiums are the most common option. These renovated units have upscale features like gourmet kitchens, stainless steel appliances and large windows for ample natural light. Prices typically fall between $150,000 and $400,000. "It's a good option for young people looking to buy or empty nesters who want to downsize," Brahler says.
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Water under the bridge
Locals can see Lake Erie from their homes or experience it up close. West Bank is close to Edgewater Park and Beach, which has over 6,000 feet of shoreline. Come summertime, this is a hot spot for all Cleveland residents, where they enjoy live music concerts and soak in the sun. “People are always out on the sand volleyball courts or enjoying outdoor entertainment like yoga during the summer,” Brahler says. Edgewater is connected to Wendy Park by the 1.2-mile Whiskey Island Connector Trail. Visitors can paddleboard or kayak at Wendy Park, but since it’s next to marinas, there’s a lot of motorboat traffic, so they should be mindful. “Everyone in Cleveland owns a boat or knowns someone who owns a boat,” Brahler says. This isn’t a sand beach, but folks can picnic on 22-acres of grassy green space or play volleyball at lakeside courts while boats sleepily coast by.But Lake Erie isn’t the only waterfront West Bank residents can access – enter the Cuyahoga River, which winds through the neighborhood like a snake. Hugging its banks is Heritage Park, a small green space with boat slips. It’s close to the Nautica Waterfront District, home to Jacob’s Pavilion live music venue and the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, with 3,000 aquatic animals displayed across seven galleries.
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What's around in Cleveland
Surrounded by downtown, Ohio City, Gordon Square and more, West Bank is a great location for those who want to enjoy all the city offers. There aren’t any grocery stores in the neighborhood, but locals can head to Dave’s Market in Ohio City or Constantino’s Market across the river on the East Bank, accessible using the ELCEE2 Water Taxi at Heritage Park during warmer months. Across the river, locals will also find the Cleveland Browns Stadium, Progressive Field, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and numerous waterfront restaurants.While taxis shuttling residents from the West Bank to the East Bank in the summer is perhaps the neighborhood’s most unique form of public transportation, there are numerous other ways to get around the city. Buses throughout the neighborhood lead all around Cleveland, and the closest RTA train station is in Ohio City, about a mile from the neighborhood. The West Bank also has access to numerous major roadways, including U.S. Route 20 and U.S. Interstate 90. Due to major highways and nearby attractions, Brahler says, “Traffic isn’t too bad. But if there’s a trifecta of a concert, a Cavs game and an Indians game, you’re in trouble.” When it’s time to fly, the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is about 12 miles southwest.
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Students get career-ready at Max S. Hayes High School
Students are zoned for the Cleveland Municipal School District and can attend Waverly Elementary School for kindergarten to eighth grade Then, they can finish their public education at Max S. Hayes High School. These schools receive C-minus scores from Niche. Max S. Hayes High School allows students to explore career pathways in tech-based industries, including engineering, manufacturing, design and automotive technologies.
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Natural Disasters
Due to the neighborhood’s flat position between Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River, heavy precipitation and flash flooding are risks. Serious weather events, including strong winds, thunderstorms and tornadoes, are common.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Sharkey
David Sharkey
Progressive Urban Real Estate Co
(216) 867-6805
227 Total Sales
5 in West Bank
$188K - $300K Price Range
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Nicole Guizzotti
Nicole Guizzotti
EXP Realty, LLC.
(216) 304-3495
100 Total Sales
1 in West Bank
$275,000 Price
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Joanne Davis
Joanne Davis
Century 21 Homestar
(844) 838-3920
53 Total Sales
1 in West Bank
$187,000 Price
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Brittanie Elliott
Brittanie Elliott
Realtown Realty LLC
(216) 306-5028
31 Total Sales
1 in West Bank
$329,000 Price
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Mary Vedda
Mary Vedda
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Living
(440) 530-9561
73 Total Sales
1 in West Bank
$167,000 Price
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Jason Hoag
Jason Hoag
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Elevate
(216) 877-9204
147 Total Sales
1 in West Bank
$210,000 Price
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
Wendy Park
- Boating
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Heritage Park
Canal Basin Park
Settler's Landing Park
Heritage Park
- Trails
- River
- Parking Lot
Rivergate Park
Transit
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
184
Median Year Built
2005
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,248
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,156
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,255
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
791
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,908
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,285 - $2,914 per month
- The Quarter
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 2550 Detroit Ave
- Cleveland, OH
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$1,410 - $2,642 per month
- Stonebridge Waterfront
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 925+ Sq Ft
- 1500 Detroit Ave
- Cleveland, OH
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,783
Median Age
33
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,812
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,569
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.2%
College Graduates
45.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
64''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45
/ 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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Historic Cleveland neighborhood developed as its own city
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Duck Island
New construction and walkability between Tremont and Ohio City
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