What BestPlaces Users Say about Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio is a bustling city located in the heart of the Midwest. With a rich history and diverse population, it has quickly become a popular place to call home. But what are residents saying about living in Cleveland? According to many user reviews on Best Places, the city has a lot to offer but also has some drawbacks. Let's take a closer look at what people are saying about living in Cleveland.
According to user "JohnD," Cleveland has a lot to offer for those who love sports and the outdoors. They state, "Cleveland is a great place to live for sports fans and outdoor enthusiasts. There are plenty of parks and trails to explore, and the professional sports teams bring a lot of excitement to the city." However, they also mention that the weather can be a downside, saying "the winters can be brutal and the summers can get hot and humid."
On the other hand, user "ClevelandBound" shares a different perspective, saying "The weather in Cleveland is actually one of the things I love most about living here. We get to experience all four seasons and the changing colors of the trees in the fall are breathtaking." They also mention the city's cultural scene, stating "there are always events and festivals happening, and the food scene here is amazing."
Another user, "MidwestTransplant," talks about the cost of living in Cleveland. They state, "Compared to other cities, the cost of living in Cleveland is much more affordable. I was able to buy a house here without breaking the bank." However, they do mention a downside, saying "the job market can be a bit tough, so it may be challenging to find a well-paying job in certain industries."
Lastly, user "JenC" shares their experience as a parent in Cleveland. They state, "I moved to Cleveland when I was pregnant and have been raising my kids here. The public school system is not the best, but there are some great private school options. There are also plenty of family-friendly activities and attractions in the city." However, they mention that traffic can be a downside, saying "rush hour can be a nightmare, so be prepared to spend some time in the car if you have a commute."
In summary, user reviews about living in Cleveland vary but overall, the city offers a diverse range of activities and a relatively affordable cost of living. However, the weather, job market, and traffic are commonly mentioned as potential downsides.
based on 95 ReviewsGet to know Cleveland with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Cleveland
Great City !! - 7/27/2007
Cleveland is a great city with lots to see and do. The city has first rate cultural and medical institutions. The Cleveland museum of Art is rated one of the best in the nation and the Symphony orchestra is among the best in the world. The city has a phenominal metro park sysem that circles the city . There are great biking and hiking trails with unsurpassed scenery and beauty. Summer time is my favorite . The weather is great and there's pleanty to do The islands like Put N Bay off the shores of Lake Erie are fun to visit. There are hip, trendy neighborhoods like Ohio city and Tremont with cool eclectic restaurants and cafes. Housing is very affordable and Cleveland has some of the best home vaules in the US. Definitly a good place to live and
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Best city in Ohio-A great place to raise kids, but - 5/29/2007
Cleveland is a tragic city. Once one of the greatest metropolises in the United States, Cleveland has now sadly decayed to a shadow of its former self. Example: my grandparents lived in Cleveland as young people and moved to Los Angeles in middle age. When they come back to visit they always comment on how the place has lost so much of its former glory.
Regardless, Cleveland has retained much of its glorious past in its cultural institutions, including the Cleveland Orchestra (one of the best in the world), Playhouse Square (productions could be better but are still great, especially for a city this size), Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and many wonderful museums.
The suburbs around the city are good for raising kids due to a low cost of living and top-notch public schools. What makes the Cleveland area so great for a middle-class family is that it can take advantage of the cheap housing and good schools in
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Recipe for C town. - 5/1/2007
Mix 1 part simpsons,1 part night of the living dead with heavy doses of small minded blase shopworn reality with a dash of kitsch/cool hepness and there ya
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New Yorkers, Cleveland, etc. - 4/23/2007
Check these message boards for pretty much each major city and you will find that pessimists are attracted to this website. It's difficult to find positive comments for any city. It's almost as if they seek out this site to bash [insert the name of any city].
Cleveland is a great city with a lot to offer, and anyone with an open mind and an appreciation for history can see that. Northeast Ohio's current (and ongoing) economic situation contributes to a negative impression for those who are ignorant of the region, but I suppose that's why state/local governments should take it upon themselves to better advertize all the Buckeye State has to offer. Being modest people, we tend to sell ourselves short in that area.
Don't be too harsh on the New Yorkers... in fairness, they bash every other city on this website just as much as they do Cleveland. I live in Orlando (although I'm from Ohio) and they complain just as much about "lack of culture" and "lack of
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Go back to New York then... - 3/28/2007
To the New Yorkers that have posted here, you are getting a bad vibe from Clevelanders because of your New York attitude. It's so thick, it is evident in these postings. Please, go back to your over-crowded, high cost of living, and incredibly arrogant brethren on the east coast.
I have lived in the Cleveland area for 17 years. Yes, Cleveland has its issues like any other city has theirs, I wont disagree with
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Lackluster city - 3/25/2007
Cleveland is a depressing place to live, i am from NYC - this is the only city I have lived where the first thing people say is "Why would you want to live here"? that pretty much says it all. i agree totally with the other poster about the west and east side. And to expand on that, I hate shaker heights! These are the most phoniest elitist people you will ever meet, the minute I say I am from NY they put on this air that they are so sophisticated and wordly. They change their voices and start talking through their noses. This is a place full of wannabes. Its a dump, can't find decent work the salaries suck, the people have no personalities - it is the stalest place I have ever been I have travelled internationally. My ex is from here so we moved here when we had our daughter. I am relocating in the
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Cleveland- hidden qualities - 1/31/2007
Like another poster, I come from the beautiful Northwest, where I have lived most of my life. I have now lived in Cleveland for two years. Sure, there are no gorgeous mountains, the customer service is so bad I wonder sometimes if I am on candid camera, and there are some very desperately poor neighborhoods here. But there are also incredibly adorable neighborhoods of old-fashioned tudor houses and cute neighborhood downtowns. House prices are very low- especially compared to the NW. The lake is surprisingly pretty. The metroparks are crazy! They are way better than any park system in any NW city. There seems to never be any traffic at all. The job market isn't bad for college graduates, though I think it is bad for non-college graduates. And the weather- well it's pretty grey, and pretty cold in the winter, and pretty hot in the summer, but it is still better than gloomy NW weather! I never really experienced the seasons before- they are pretty cool. I am glad they don't
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The Armpit of America... - 9/26/2006
I recently moved from the beautiful Pacific Northwest to Cleveland, OH. The move was due to a job transfer with my company and I regret it everyday of my life and it has not even snowed yet. I like my house and my neighborhood but it pretty much ends there. The cost of day to day living is far greater than Oregon. I pay more for utilities and food. The only thing cheaper is gas. Also the customer service here is hard to find almost to the point of being non-existant. Whereas in the Northwest the customer service abounded. Driving here is also a treat -- people drive slower but are very rude. No thanks for letting me merge wave and they will practically run you off the road. Theonly thing worth anything in the Mistake by the Lake is the healthcare. The Cleveland Clinic is an outstanding facility with caring and compassionate employees. I just got here and I can't wait to
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Need things to do - 8/25/2006
Cleveland is lacking in recreational activities and nightlife. The downtown area used to be more vibrant and alive. It is slowly becoming a dump. Looking to get out of
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Cleveland does NOT Rock!! - 8/2/2006
I've been living here roughly over 2 years, and I have yet to find a good job! I'm educated, professional, hardworking and I get along with people easily... yet because I didnt go to Case Western or Cleveland Institute of Art, I must not know squat (nevermind I went to an awesome art school in NY... the state I originate from!) At first... this town seemed cool... cheap housing, lots of free activities, the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame... however, that appeal only lent itself so far! There aren't any jobs, the crime rate is high, the majority of people seem uneducated, and my biggest beef is the piss-poor attitudes of people in this city. Everyone bitches about how bad they have it, yet the only thing they do to remedy their situation is to crack open a Pabst Blue Ribbon Double Deuce, and cry in it! At first I thought this town was 'laid back'... I was wrong... it's not laid-back, its just LAZY! Trying to make a friend in this town is near impossible, since no one can get off of their
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