Named after the stream that runs through the southern shore of Lake Erie, Rocky River is a lakeside community with multiple green spaces, outdoor recreation and a highly rated school system. As part of the Cleveland Metropark system, otherwise known as the “Emerald Necklace,” Rocky River has earned national recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for 40 consecutive years and was ranked the 15th best place to live in Ohio by Niche.com. Over 21,000 residents enjoy a convenient 15-minute commute to the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport that is just 6 miles away, as well as several community-driven programs through the city’s public library and recreation center. “There’s such a huge sense of community here,” Mayor Pamela Bobst says. “That’s at our core, and we do that really well.”
Rocky River park is an idyllic place for small family outings.
The Clifton Park Bridge connects neighboring Lakewood to Rocky River.
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Historic homes with substantial market value
Featuring a mix of both colonial and Tudor-style houses, Rocky River has diverse single-family housing units that emphasize their historic appeal. The median sale price is $362,500, slightly below the national average. There are less than two months of supply at a time, and the community is becoming more renter-friendly, with apartments and condominiums popping up alongside Highway 20. “Appreciation is very high here in Rocky River, whether it’s a short-term or long-term investment,” says Charlie Jaite, Keller Williams Realtor and lifelong Rocky River resident.
Modest sized houses of all kinds line the streets of Rocky River.
Tudor estates can be found in the Beach Cliff neighborhood in Rocky River.
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An industry invested in senior care
Most of the jobs in Rocky River revolve around health care and social assistance, with the biggest employers being JAG Healthcare and The Normandy Senior Living. The closest urgent care is at Rocky River’s Cleveland Clinic, which is next door to the UPS Store off Detroit Road. While there isn’t widely available public transportation, residents 60 or older can take advantage of the Rocky River Senior Center’s transportation services, which also offer care calls and personal visits to elder residents at their homes.
The Rocky River Senior Center provides luncheons, day trips, and classes for local seniors.
Rocky River Recreation Center offers a variety of activities including senior activities.
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Lakeside adventures at Bradstreet’s Landing
Stretching over 12 miles long, the stream Rocky River is named after provides easy access for boats into Lake Erie thanks to the many docks and marinas dotting the route. The recently renovated 600-foot fishing pier at Bradstreet’s Landing also attracts over 15,000 visitors every year and is a popular spot for kayaking and paddleboarding. “You can walk right into Lake Erie from that park,” Mayor Bobst says. Additionally, Rocky River takes great pride in maintaining all 10 of its parks, going as far as planting 200 new trees annually.
Many Rocky River locals fish for perch and bass at Bradstreet's Landing's fishing pier.
The Bradstreet's Landing fishing pier extends over 600 feet onto Lake Erie
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Top of the class
Earning an A+ score on Niche.com, the Rocky River City School District is one of the area's biggest draws, ranking 13th out of the Top 600 school districts in Ohio for its teachers and academics. Campuses include National Blue Ribbon award-winning schools like Rocky River High and Kensington Intermediate, and private educational opportunities are also available in Lutheran High and Ruffing Montessori.
Rocky River High School is a top school in Northeast Ohio.
Lutheran High West is a private high school in Rocky River.
Children are offered a great education at Ruffing Montessori School
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Downtown dining delights
Rocky River’s historic downtown is widely populated by longstanding family establishments, some of which have been in business since 1977. Salmon Dave’s is an award-winning upscale restaurant that’s been serving seafood for over 30 years, while Rocky River Brewing Company has been pouring handcrafted beers since 1998. During peak times, it’s also common to find a line going out the door at Joe’s Deli, whose corned beef sandwich “can feed a family of four for a week,” according to Mayor Bobst.
Salmon Dave's in Rocky River serves many upscale seafood dishes.
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A festival for every season
During the summer months, the Rocky River Park pavilion hosts bands and musical acts for its summer concert series, while in June, vendors take over Linda Street for the Chamber of Commerce’s Taste Of River culinary festival. In September, local artisans showcase their work in the Old Detroit Shopping Area as part of the fall arts festival, and every December brings with it the annual holiday parade and tree lighting ceremony.
Hometown Vendors LLC Craft and Vendor Show
Rocky River Holiday Fest
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Weather & Crime
Temperatures in Rocky River are relatively normal, with average lows being 23 degrees and average highs being 83 degrees. Additionally, both the violent and property crime rates have been well below the national average for the past decade.
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