Livability Score

93
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) C-
The Den
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Biggby Coffee
Coffee Shop
Phoenix Coffee
Coffee Shop
J Pistone's
Coffee Shop
Nature's Oasis
Coffee Shop
Rising Star Coffee
Coffee Shop
Peet's Coffee & Tea
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
The Inn on Coventry
Coffee Shop
Dave's Cosmic Subs
Coffee Shop
Phoenix Coffee
Coffee Shop
In the Mix Cafe
Coffee Shop
Merrit Cafe and Bakery
Coffee Shop
Biggby Coffee
Coffee Shop
Luna Cafe
Coffee Shop
Edwin's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
UnBar Cafe
Coffee Shop
B&M Barbeque
Coffee Shop
3 Aprons Bakery
Coffee Shop
Southern Cafe
Coffee Shop
Q's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Algebra Tea House
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (3) B
Kulas Auditorium
Theatre Arts
University Heights Water Park
Water Park
Schula Stadium
Stadium
Dobama Theater
Theatre Arts
Cedar Lee Theater
Cinema
Heights Arts
Theatre Arts
Cain Park Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Urban Paint & Sip
Theatre Arts
Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
Museum
Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage
Museum
B-Side
Nightclub
Club Centrum
Nightclub
Shaker Square Cinemas
Cinema
Brainard Splash Park
Water Park
Murrray Hill Galleries
Art Gallery
Wasmer Gallery
Art Gallery
East Cleveland Community Theatre
Theatre Arts
Artists Archive of the Western Reserve
Art Gallery
Art Studio
Theatre Arts
Centennial Dental Museum
Museum
Cleveland Cinematheque
Cinema
Silverspot Cinema
Cinema
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Museum
Schmitt Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Strosacker Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (9) A+
Bialey's Bagels
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Boston Market
Fast Food
O'Rielly's Pub
Bar
Five Guys
Fast Food
Wingstop
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Chicken Ranch
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Dave's Cosmic Subs
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Ben & Jerry's
Sweets
Panda Express
Fast Food
Zoup!
Fast Food
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sweets
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Moe's Southwest Grill
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Penn Station
Fast Food
Irv's Sandwich Shop
Fast Food
M. T. Glass
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
Fitness (1) C-
Curves
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Anytime Fitness
Gym
The Yoga Lab
Gym
Xtreme Fitness Studio
Gym
Esporta Fitness
Gym
Beachwood City Hall
Community Centre
The Little Gym
Gym
India Community Center
Community Centre
Harvard Community Services Center
Community Centre
Alta House
Community Centre
John F Kennedy Recreation Center
Community Centre
Heights Nutrition
Gym
Alexander Hamilton Recreation Center
Community Centre
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
Cleveland Yoga
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Boys and Girls Club
Community Centre
Warrensville Heights YMCA
Community Centre
LGBT Center
Community Centre
Groceries (4) B
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
Boris' Kosher Meat Market
Butcher
Heinen's
Grocery Store
Tibor's kosher meat
Butcher
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
On The Rise
Bakery
Mister Brisket
Butcher
International Foods
Grocery Store
Unger's Kosher Market
Grocery Store
Dave's Market and eatery
Grocery Store
Dave's Market
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Marc's
Grocery Store
Cream-N-Sugar Bakery
Bakery
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Marc's
Grocery Store
Heinen's
Grocery Store
Aldi
Grocery Store
Goldie's
Bakery
Dave's Supermarket
Grocery Store
Dave's Supermarket
Grocery Store
Edwin's Butcher Shop
Butcher
Zoss Bakery
Bakery
Parks (13) A+
Walter Stinson Community Park
Park
JCU Quad
Park
Hamlin Quad
Park
University Square Bell Park
Park
John Carrol University Entrance
Park
Cedar Center North Park
Park
Purvis Park
Park
Shaker Village Park
Park
Oakwood Green Park
Park
Oakwood Commons Park
Park
Shaker Heights Median Park
Park
Unitarian Permaculture Garden Park
Park
Byron Road Triangle Park
Park
Bexley Park
Park
Horseshoe Lake Park
Park
Sprinkler Play Area
Playground
Cain Park
Park
Shaker Heights Median Park
Park
Thornton Park
Park
Saint John Playground
Playground
Beachwood City Park West
Park
Cumberland Park
Park
Winslow Park
Park
Sussex Park
Park
Winslow Park Playground
Playground
Shops (19) A+
Flowerville
Florist
Strands Hair Studio
Hairdresser
A Cut Above
Hairdresser
Verizon
Electronics
The InBetween
Convenience Store
Macy's
Department Store
University Square
Mall
Target
Department Store
T-Mobile
Electronics
EB Nails
Beauty
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
PetPeople
Pets
Sport Clips
Hairdresser
Liz Nails
Beauty
University Heights Nutrition
Nutrition Supplements
Park Opticians
Optician
Salon Rosalina
Hairdresser
SVS Vision
Optician
GNC
Nutrition Supplements
PetSmart
Pets
Square One Nails & Spa
Beauty
HomeGoods
Houseware
Speedway
Convenience Store
TJ Maxx
Department Store
AT&T
Electronics
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in University Heights.
Public Transit Stops (3)
Stops & Stations A+
32 Bus Stop
Bus Stop
Warrensville - Shaker Rapid Station
Bus Stop
Warrensville - Shaker Rapid Station
Bus Stop
Warrensville–Shaker
Transit Station
Green Road
Transit Station
Mayfield - Warrensville
Bus Stop
Mayfield - Warrensville
Bus Stop
Mayfield - Warrensville
Bus Stop
9 RTA Bus Stop
Bus Stop
Warrensville–Van Aken
Transit Station
Lynnfield
Transit Station
Warrensville - Van Aken Rapid
Bus Stop
Chagrin - Warrensville
Bus Stop
Kenmore
Transit Station
Lee–Van Aken
Transit Station
Coventry
Transit Stop
Coventry
Transit Station
37
Bus Stop
Shaker Square
Transit Station
Little Italy–University Circle
Transit Station
Louis Stokes - Windermere
Bus Stop
Superior
Transit Station
Stokes-Windermere Station
Transit Station
East 116th
Bus Stop
East 116th–St. Luke’s
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.5% F
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cost of living A

The cost of living in University Heights is 97/100 - which is 6% higher than Ohio.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A-
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crime A+

University Heights crime rates are 934 per 100k, which is 55% lower than Ohio
Property Crime
796 crimes per 100k A+
Violent Crime
139 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in University Heights is $80,817 - which is 59% higher than Ohio.
Med. Household Income
$80,817 A-
Unemployment Rate
3.2% B-
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (8)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
University Heights Police Department
Police
University Heights Fire Department
Fire Station
Harper & Gilmore
Dentist
Waterstone Medical Center
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Innovative Dental
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walk In Urgent Care
Clinic
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
ImmediaDent
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Rainbow Babies-Childrens Rehab
Clinic
Shaker Hts Fire Station
Fire Station
A Dental TLC
Dentist
Lee Silsby Compounding Pharmacy
Pharmacy
MetroHealth Cleveland Heights Medical Center
Hospital
Heights Dental Group
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
University Suburban Health Center
Clinic
Great Expressions Dental Centers
Dentist
Cleveland Heights Police
Police
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Cleveland Clinic - Lyndhurst Campus
Hospital
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing A+

University Heights home prices are $171,300 - which is 30% higher than Ohio
Home Price
$171,300 C+
Home Appreciation Rate
10% B+
Home Affordability
2.1x (home price to income ratio) A+
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schools B+

The University Heights graduation rate is 95% - which is 11% higher than Ohio
School Test Scores
47% F
High School Grad. Rates
95% A+
Elementary Schools (4) C-
Gesu Elementary School
Fuchs Mizrachi School
Gearity Professional Development School
Canterbury Elementary School
University School
Jacob Sapirstein Campus - Hebrew Acad Of Cleveland
Hathaway Brown School
Rowland Elementary School
Hanna Perkins School
Laurel School
Ruffing Montessori School
Greenview Upper Elementary School
Hebrew Academy Of Cleveland
Hilltop Elementary School
Fairfax Elementary School
Mercer Elementary School
Mosdos Ohr Hatorah Girls' Division
Fernway Elementary School
Boulevard Elementary School
Beachwood Middle School
St Dominic School
Noble Elementary School
Horizon Montessori School
Julie Billiart School
Communion Of Saints School
High Schools (0) C-
Fuchs Mizrachi School
Jacob Sapirstein Campus - Hebrew Acad Of Cleveland
Hathaway Brown School
Laurel School
Cleveland Heights High School
Mosdos Ohr Hatorah Girls' Division
Lyceum- The
Beachwood High School
Lutheran High School East
Shaker Hts High School
Brush High School
Adlai Stevenson School
Andrew J Rickoff
Life Skills Of Northeast Ohio
Whitney Young School
E3Agle Academy
Pact @ Jfk
Luther E Ball (Chjcf)
Warrensville Heights High School
Shaw High School
Charles Dickens School
Cleveland School Of The Arts High School
Charles W Eliot School
Mary M Bethune
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ratings A+

University Heights has an overall rating of 88% from 7 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (5)
From AreaVibes A
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  • University Heights has a Livability Score of 93/100, which is considered exceptional
  • University Heights crime rates are 55% lower than the Ohio average
  • Cost of living in University Heights is 6% higher than the Ohio average

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So much more 5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 23, 2024) University Heights is a first suburb of Cleveland full of pre-war and mid-century homes, 10 minutes away from the 271 corridor, and 10 minutes away from University Circle (the medical, scientific, and cultural hub of northeast Ohio). UH is a young community, a walkable community, ...Read More a diverse community, and family friendly. We have great public and private school options. We have strong Jewish and Catholic communities. We have a Jesuit university, John Carroll University. We have all the perks of a college community with few of the headaches.

The city hosts one of the biggest and oldest Memorial Day parades around. Newer events include Fall Fest and Juneteenth celebration (Crayzie Bone headlined a free show last year). The city has its own symphonic band, and has bands all summer long at The Walt (the community park).

Best of all are the people. Everyone really gets to know their neighbors in UH. Block parties are common, and the city blocks the street for them.

If moving to Greater Cleveland, give University Heights a look. Read Less
University Heights, Ohio, The Best Place to Call Home! 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) I love living in University Heights, Ohio and can't think of anywhere else that I would prefer to call home! This town is little in size but huge at heart and to me that completely makes all the difference!

We have seasonal festivals for example lighting up downtown for Christ ...Read More mas time, a big parade for Halloween, and community wide garage sale in the spring and a family friendly celebration for the fourth of July. People here are really great too, they are friendly and helpful, even if you are just asking for directions!

The cost of living in this town isn't too bad and there are some jobs here or even more in Cleveland which is only about two miles away. We have some little shops downtown like a music store and an antique store where you can find all kinds of neat retro and old school relics!

Most of the restaurants here serve your classic American food complete with free coffee and homemade apple pie. Sometimes they have pecan too, which is my all time favorite! Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in University Heights? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Walter Stinson Community Park
      JCU Quad
      Hamlin Quad
      University Square Bell Park
      John Carrol University Entrance
      Cedar Center North Park
      Purvis Park
      Shaker Village Park

      Entertainment

      Kulas Auditorium
      University Heights Water Park
      Schula Stadium
      Dobama Theater
      Cedar Lee Theater
      Heights Arts
      Cain Park Amphitheater
      Urban Paint & Sip

      Food & Drink

      Bialey's Bagels
      McDonald's
      Boston Market
      O'Rielly's Pub
      Five Guys
      Wingstop
      Burger King
      Chicken Ranch

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in University Heights? Of all people who commute, 2.5% take public transportation in University Heights.
      Drive to Work
      69%

      7% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      7%

      5% higher than the US average

      A Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in University Heights? The cost of living in University Heights is 97/100 - which is 6% higher than Ohio.
      University Heights
      97

      3% less expensive than average

      Ohio
      92

      8% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in University Heights? University Heights crime rates are 934, which are 55% lower than Ohio
      Total Crime
      934 per 100k people

      60% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 108

      60% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -21%

      Year over year crime is down

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in University Heights? The median income in University Heights is $80,817 which is 59% higher than Ohio.
      Median household income
      $80,81746% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $36,65323% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      31% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is University Heights a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are University Heights home prices? University Heights home prices are $171,300 - which is 30% higher than Ohio
      Median home value
      $171,3007% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,10416% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      63%

      1% lower than the US average

      B+ Schools

      Does University Heights have good schools? The University Heights graduation rate is 95% - which is 11% higher than Ohio
      High school grad. rates
      95%

      14% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      47%

      2% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      12:1

      25% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is University Heights a good place to live? University Heights has an overall rating of 88% from 7 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      88%

      7 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      83%

      5 total surveys

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