Shaker Heights City Property Records in Ohio

Shaker Heights, a well-known planned suburb of Cleveland in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, has a long history of preserved housing stock, and records of its parcels are public. Deeds, mortgages and easements are recorded by the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer, which also appraises property and maintains the tax roll. Tax payments are collected by the Cuyahoga County Treasurer. Cases involving real estate, including foreclosures, are filed with the Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts and decided in the Court of Common Pleas. Because many older homes are subject to historic and design review, the city's Planning Department and Building and Housing Inspection office hold permit and exterior-change records that complement the county files. Use these official sources for reliable results.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$97,721
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$288,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$9,265
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
3%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,149 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
60%
Population
Population:
29,004

Shaker Heights Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Shaker Heights

Shaker Heights has a diverse population. The three largest groups are White residents (54%, 15,726 people), Black residents (33%, 9,637 people), and Two or More Races (5%, 1,322 people). Asian residents make up 4% (1,147 people) and Hispanic residents 3% (891 people), while Other Race, American Indian, and Pacific Islander residents account for the smallest shares.

White
54%
15,726
Black
33%
9,637
Two + Races
5%
1,322
Asian
4%
1,147
Hispanic
3%
891
Other Race
0.89%
259
American Indian
0.08%
22
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Shaker Heights, Ratings Compared Across Ohio A+

Shaker Heights earns strong marks across many categories. Good for Families and Good for Young Professionals both receive A+ grades, and Health & Fitness, Access to Coffee Shops, Access to Restaurants, Diversity, and Good for Retirees each earn an A. Public Schools, Nightlife, Commute, and Walkability are rated A-, while Housing earns a B+. The ratings give a broad overview of the quality-of-life categories that matter to residents.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
C
Commute
Commute
A-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
A+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A+
Housing
Housing
B+
Jobs
Jobs
A-
Walkability
Walkability
A-

How Educated Is Shaker Heights

Shaker Heights's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (28%), Masters Degree (23%), and Some College (9%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
28%
Masters Degree
23%
Some College
9%
High School
9%
Doctorate
8%
Associate Degree
7%
Below High School
1%

When Were Homes Built

Shaker Heights's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (44%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (35%) and 1960 - 1979 (13%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
44%
1940 - 1959
35%
1960 - 1979
13%
1980 - 1999
4%
2000 - Present
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Shaker Heights's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (27%), followed by 4 Bedrooms (24%) and 3 Bedrooms (22%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
27%
4 Bedrooms
24%
3 Bedrooms
22%
5 or More Bedrooms
15%
1 Bedroom
10%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Shaker Heights's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (22%), 35 - 44 (14%), and 45 - 54 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
22%
35 - 44
14%
45 - 54
13%
Under 10
13%
55 - 64
11%
10 - 17
11%
25 - 34
10%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Shaker Heights

Shaker Heights's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $288,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,149 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Shaker Heights's dynamic real estate landscape.

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