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Cleveland, OH
Cleveland · OH 44118
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$260K
Median Price
35/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
20 min
to Cleveland downtown
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
35/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
44118 offers a mix of affordable homes, solid schools, and decent proximity to downtown, but it still struggles with walkability and higher crime rates. It's a solid choice if you want to live in Cleveland without breaking the bank, but be prepared for some rough patches.
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The Good
- ✓Highly-rated public schools, many with top 9 ratings
- ✓Median home price still relatively low compared to downtown Cleveland
- ✓Close to downtown – roughly 20‑minute drive
- ✓Good local parks and green spaces
Real Talk
- !Walk score is low; most errands require a car
- !Crime rates, especially property crime, are higher than in many suburbs
- !Public transit options are limited and infrequent
- !Older housing stock can mean higher maintenance costs
- $Higher property taxes compared to nearby suburbs
- $Potential for elevated homeowner insurance due to age of homes
- $Utility costs can be higher during harsh winters
Best For
Families seeking good schoolsStudents and young professionalsRetirees looking for affordable urban livingPeople wanting proximity to downtown
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Cleveland, OH
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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