The riverside town of Cuyahoga Falls is among Ohio's finest examples of a community that maintains its post-industrial charms under new splashes of paint and flavor. "It's a community with that small town feel while also being one of the bigger cities in Ohio," says Realtor Andy Bourn of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Stoufer Realty Inc., who has sold properties around town for almost 10 years.
Though it bears the name of the whole city, the neighborhood of Cuyahoga Falls extends northwest from downtown until it meets Akron Peninsula Road. An established collection of mid-century and Colonial revival architecture in the southeast once reigned supreme but is now offset by new builds implementing multiple styles, such as Tudors and Craftsmans. The area's market can get competitive, especially when the average property sells after 18 days on the market—20 days less than the national average. That means sale prices can soar high above their listing prices, with some new builds and even a few mid-century homes selling for up to $750,000, although plenty sell for closer to mid-$300,000.
Cuyahoga Falls' downtown has an array of locally owned dining and retail options—a trend that extends into the area's residential sections somewhat. Most areas of high foot traffic are located in the southeastern parts of Cuyahoga Falls, many of which are clustered around a Cinemark movie theater across the street from Mud Brook Falls. Locals can sip fruity beverages from Smoothie King or chow down on falafel at Shawarma Brothers. Most day-to-day amenities, such as grocery stores, chain restaurants, and vehicle service stations, can also be found there. But some sites of interest are further north, such as Sarah's Vineyard, where locals go for wine tasting and live music every Wednesday.
The Cleveland area has many towns known for their music, and Cuyahoga Falls is one of them. Roughly 8 miles north of downtown is the Blossom Music Center, a 5,700-seat outdoor amphitheater that is the summer home for the Cleveland Orchestra—widely considered to be the most prestigious orchestra in America. Music stores along Portage Trail and State Road and home businesses for piano tuners and violin luthiers help showcase the town's toe-tapping energy, which also has frequent public events with a diverse array of music, such as the annual Oktoberfest and Riverfront Irish Festival.
The selection of schools in Cuyahoga Falls belongs to the Cuyahoga Falls City School District, which receives an overall Niche score of C-plus and offers a community outreach program to students, allowing them to give back to their community through experiences beyond the classroom, such as field trips and day camps. Most students in the neighborhood begin at Richardson Elementary, which has a Niche score of B, while others attend Lincoln Elementary, which GreatSchools gives a 5/10 score. Older students then move on to either Bolich or Roberts Middle Schools, which both earn a Niche score of C or higher. The area's high school, Cuyahoga Falls High, receives a Niche score of C-plus and offers a career development center for students planning their next steps. But, education in Cuyahoga Falls will look quite a bit different in a short time. "The city is currently building a brand-new middle school and high school campus," says Bourn. "Once that is built, Bolich Middle will be torn down and become the parking lot for this new campus."
Cuyahoga Falls is full of parkland. There are more parks to the southeast, such as Hampton Hills Metro Park, which offers both tranquility and amusement with over 5 miles of hiking trails and even an archery range. Further south, Valley Vista Park is where locals shoot hoops or cool off in the summertime by using the park's wading pool and shaded playground.
Getting downtown from west of State Road requires a car. The only public transportation in Cuyahoga Falls is bus routes that run along major roads. Those living close to State Road could rely on the buses to get north or south. But residents west of that area might have to walk upwards of 4 miles along roads with no sidewalks to reach a bus stop. But once they reach downtown, they'll find a very walkable area with decent parking.
Judy Johnston
Cutler Real Estate
(330) 391-7954
52 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$134,000 Price
Amy Floran
EXP Realty, LLC.
(234) 271-2937
67 Total Sales
2 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$136K - $158K Price Range
Micah Watts
EXP Realty, LLC.
(234) 386-8931
40 Total Sales
2 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$217K - $245K Price Range
Lou Mascolo
Keller Williams Chervenic Rlty
(234) 271-2905
43 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$224,000 Price
Katherine Petrey
Howard Hanna
(234) 271-3608
63 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$164,900 Price
Barbara Snyder
Snyder & Snyder Real Estate
(234) 271-4230
188 Total Sales
1 in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls
$62,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southeast Cuyahoga Falls | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls, Cuyahoga Falls sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast Cuyahoga Falls, Cuyahoga Falls over the last 12 months is $210,609, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$825 - $1,200 per month
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Commuter-friendly neighborhood rich in culture
Cultural hub surrounded by parks and the Cuyahoga River
A community with an aquatic center and a top-rated golf course
Bustling downtown known for its unique shops and proximity to the Cuyahoga River
Walkable riverside neighborhood between commerce hubs
Neighborhood of condos nestled between Cuyahoga Falls and Tallmadge amenities
