Garfield Heights City Property Records in Ohio
Garfield Heights lies just southeast of Cleveland in Cuyahoga County. Recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages and liens are held by the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer, which also publishes appraisal values and tax details in its online property search. Delinquent parcels and tax payments are handled by the Cuyahoga County Treasurer. Since foreclosures hit many Cuyahoga neighborhoods, the Cuyahoga Land Reutilization Corporation lists land bank properties. Court filings go to the Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts and the Court of Common Pleas, and local permits come from the City of Garfield Heights Building Department.
Garfield Heights Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section shows reported crime in Garfield Heights. It covers violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
The data lists 2 murders, 24 robberies, and 92 assaults among the violent crimes. Property crimes total 540, with 83 burglaries and 96 motor vehicle thefts reported.
These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category. Readers can use them to see which types of reported crime are most common in Garfield Heights, and how property crimes compare with violent crimes in the data. These figures are reported counts, so they reflect reported incidents rather than every incident that occurred.
What Is the Population Profile of Garfield Heights
Black residents make up the largest share of Garfield Heights's population at 54% (15,714 residents). White residents account for 34% (9,846 residents), and Hispanic residents account for 7% (1,943 residents).
Garfield Heights, Ratings Compared Across Ohio 
The community ratings cover different aspects of life in Garfield Heights. The highest-rated categories are Diversity (A), Access to Parks (A-), and Cost of Living (B+). Other notable ratings include Housing (C), Jobs (C), and Public Schools (C-). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Garfield Heights
Garfield Heights's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (37%), Some College (15%), and Associate Degree (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Garfield Heights's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (42%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (25%) and Before 1939 (24%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Garfield Heights's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (52%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (27%) and 4 Bedrooms (12%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Garfield Heights's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 55 - 64 (16%), 65 Plus (16%), and Under 10 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Garfield Heights
Garfield Heights's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $100,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,085 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Garfield Heights's dynamic real estate landscape.