Green space surrounds Walton Hills, a peaceful Cuyahoga County village
Pairing quaint Midwestern living and proximity to big city bustle, Walton Hills is a small village in Cuyahoga County just 20 miles from Lake Erie. Home to approximately 2,300 residents, this quiet community has access to a tremendous amount of green space, including the Bedford Reservation and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Neighborhoods often have ranch-style homes and varied prices
In keeping with its small-town aesthetic, Walton Hills only hosts around 1,000 houses, most of which are ranch-style homes with sizeable backyards. Many were built after 1960, and the neighborhood continues to develop, with new lots still available for custom builds. Prices can range between $175,000 and $530,000, but the village’s median price is $295,000.
Parks offer forest hiking, axe-throwing and radio car racing
Walton Hills' most unique feature is the half-acre, chlorinated Walton Hills Lake and the surrounding 13-acre park. With a beach, picnic amenities and playground, this one-of-a-kind aquatic oasis makes escaping the summer heat easy. Walton Hills is home to the Bedford Reservation, one of the finest parks in the Cleveland Metroparks network. This expansive park includes Tinker’s Creek Gorge, a National Natural Landmark, and acres of forests where visitors find various trees, flowers and woodland animals. The Shawnee Hills Golf Course is also on the grounds, offering 27 holes for golfers of all skill levels to enjoy. Walton Hills maintains T.G. Young Park, located on the village's eastern side. The park has become a lively meeting place for residents, with annual events and multiple options for recreation and relaxation. Here, residents can indulge in baseball or tennis, explore the playground and spend time at the Walton Hills International Raceway, a custom-built paved racetrack specifically designed for radio-controlled car racing.
Highways like Interstate 77 connect locals to Cleveland and Akron
Walton Hills is conveniently located about halfway between Cleveland and Akron, and commuters can reach either downtown district relatively quickly. Interstates 480 and 77 connect to Cleveland, while state Route 8 leads to Akron. There are a few public transportation options through the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, but most residents rely on cars.
Local businesses include industrial employers and small-town eateries
A variety of businesses are located in the small village, including auto parts and repair shops, industrial manufacturing facilities and locally owned restaurants. Walton Hills is also about 15 miles southeast of shopping and dining in downtown Cleveland.
Bedford City and Cuyahoga Heights districts serve the area
There are no schools located inside Walton Hills, but public institutions part of the Bedford City and Cuyahoga Heights school districts can be found in all directions. There are also faith-based and private school options nearby.
Seasonal events range from baseball games to summer concerts
Walton Hills provides various recreational programs and services for its residents throughout the year, including baseball leagues and summer camps, bus trips, luncheons for seniors and yoga classes. Additionally, the village hosts seasonal events at T.G. Young Park, including Easter egg hunts, outdoor concerts in the summer, and haunted hayrides and bonfires in the fall.
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Jacob Mollohan