Looking for the perfect suburb of Cleveland to call home? Middleburg Heights is a small city just minutes from downtown that offers something for everyone: great schools, affordable housing, beautiful outdoor attractions and community programs, and excellent job opportunities. It’s easy to see why it was named one of the best places to live in Northeast Ohio by Cleveland Magazine! Here’s why living in Middleburg Heights, OH is a great choice and what you can expect.
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Where Is Middleburg Heights, Ohio?
Middleburg Heights is a suburban community in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, just 11 miles southwest of downtown Cleveland and 36 miles northwest of Akron. It’s just south of the Cleveland neighborhoods of Old Brooklyn and Kamm’s Corners.
It’s bordered by many other suburbs, including Brook Park to the north, the cities of Parma Heights and Parma to the east, Strongsville to the south, and the cities of Berea and Olmsted Falls to the west.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) is just five miles outside the city. I-71 runs north-south through the City of Middleburg Heights. Pearl Road or US Route 42 (Wooster Pike) also cuts through the city and runs to Cleveland. It was originally a Native American trail from Lake Erie to modern-day Wooster. It later became the first Underground Railroad route in the region then the country’s first red-bricked highway.
Middleburg Heights Population & Demographics
The population of Middleburg Heights is 16,004, according to 2020 data from the United States Census Bureau. It’s part of the larger Cleveland metro area or Greater Cleveland, which has a population of 2.2 million across six counties.
The city’s racial and ethnic demographics are 81.2% white (78.9% non-Hispanic), 8.9% Asian, 6.2% Hispanic, 3.3% Black or African American, and 5.8% two or more races.
Other Middleburg Heights demographics:
- Median age: 47.9 years (metro: 41.4 years)
- Senior population (65+): 25% (metro: 19%)
- Sex ratio: 50% female to 50% male
- Foreign-born population: 14.8% (metro: 6%)
- Veteran population: 7.3% (metro: 6.5%)
- Educational attainment: 35% bachelor’s degree or higher (metro: 34%)
- Homeownership rate: 69% (metro: 65%)
- Median household income: $74,109 (metro: $66,481)
Is Middleburg Heights, Ohio, safe? The city is a very safe place to live, with a crime rate 24% below the national average and 32% less violent crime than the U.S. average. After moving to Middleburg Heights, you will be served by the Middleburg Heights Police Department, currently led by Chief of Police Edward Tomba.
The department’s history dates back over 200 years to the first constable (local police officer) for Middleburg Township: Constable Efrem Vaughn, who was appointed in 1810. The township elected its first constables in 1821 to oversee public safety, just seven years before voting to form a village.
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What’s the Cost of Living in Middleburg Heights, Ohio?
The Middleburg Heights cost of living is very affordable. It’s part of the Cleveland metro area, which has a cost of living index of 89.8 or 10.2% below the national average. The low cost of living in the area makes it attractive for families and businesses. Utilities and groceries are close to the national average, while health care and transportation are about 5% more affordable. The cost of housing is where Middleburg Heights really shines.
The average rent in Middleburg Heights is $1,100, according to Rentcafe. That’s well below the national average and more affordable than neighboring Cleveland, where the average rent is $1,365. Kingston Place Apartments is the only apartment building in Middleburg Heights. It offers one- and two-bedroom apartments within walking distance of the Southland Shopping Center.
Buying a home after moving to Middleburg Heights? The median home price is $273,000. You’ll pay a median price of $295,000 for a single-family home, while condos are usually priced in the $100s. You can explore houses for sale in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, to see just how much you can get for your budget!
Best Neighborhoods in Middleburg Heights OH
Ready to find the right neighborhood to call home? There are many subdivisions in Middleburg Heights to choose from, with a mix of established, family-friendly communities and luxury new construction. You’ll even find plenty of condominiums in the area which are fairly uncommon for the suburbs. Here are some of the best Middleburg Heights neighborhoods to consider!
Meadows Condos
Meadows is a large condominium community built in 1973. It’s one of the most affordable places to live in Middleburg Heights, with two-bedroom condos priced in the low to mid $100s.
Misty Lake Village
This condo community, also built in 1973, offers affordable two- and three-bedroom condos starting around $70,000. Units are arranged in two-story buildings off Heather Lane.
Sprucewood
Sprucewood is one of the most desirable subdivisions for families and one of the largest communities in the city. This established neighborhood was developed starting in the late 1960s and it features spacious four-bedroom homes with more than 2,000 square feet of space. Home prices are affordable in the $200s to low $300s.
The Courtyards of Crystal Lake
This townhome community was built in 2003. Crystal Lake boasts spacious two-bedroom townhomes arranged around a stocked lake with amenities like a playground, pavilion, and bocce ball courts.
Villas of Crystal Lake
This single-family home development has three-bedroom homes around 1,600 square feet in the mid $200s. Homes were built around 2002. The Villas of Crystal Lake community has very affordable HOA fees of around $185 per year.
Middleburg Heights Climate & Weather
Middleburg Heights experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by four distinct seasons. Summers are typically warm and humid, with average high temperatures reaching the mid to upper 80s and lows in the mid 60s. In contrast, winters can be cold and snowy, with average highs in the mid to upper 30s and lows dipping into the teens.
Spring and summer are the wettest months. In June and July, you can expect about an inch of rain every week. The annual rainfall is 38” on average. You’ll get much more snow than the U.S. average while living in Middleburg Heights, OH, with 53” of annual snowfall!
The city is part of the Snow Belt near the Great Lakes. It experiences lake-effect rain from September to October and a lake-effect snow season from November through January. When Lake Erie freezes, the region tends to get less snow.
The best time to visit the town is June or August to September for pleasant, warm, and fairly dry weather.
Things to Do in Middleburg Heights, Ohio
Residents enjoy an ideal location close to big city amenities plus great attractions in the city itself. The city is known for its close-knit community and regular events like Summer in the City. Middleburg Heights offers a superb Recreation Department with high-quality programs for residents of all ages, plus gorgeous parks and lakes to enjoy throughout the year. Here’s a look at what to do in Middleburg Heights.
Southland Shopping Center
This is the main shopping destination for Middleburg Heights residents with Giant Eagle Supermarket and major retailers. The shopping center has served the area since the 1950s, but the entire Southland District is undergoing revitalization. Mayor Matt Castelli recently introduced plans for redevelopment of the Middleburg Heights business district with a new mixed-use development that includes new apartment units, dining, retail, and commercial properties.
Southland Shopping Center, 6944 W 130th St, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (610) 215-7939
Middleburg Heights Recreation Center
The Middleburg Heights Rec Center, or the Middleburg Heights Community Center, is home to the city’s Recreation Department. The facility offers athletic and aquatic programs for residents, memberships, and great programs for seniors, adults, and kids.
Visit your local community center for fun Middleburg Heights events like the End of Summer Pool Party & Float with a DJ and a movie, summer concerts in the park, swimming classes, and workshops. The Senior Life Program includes planned trips to destinations like Hocking Hills and baseball games.
Middleburg Heights Community Center, 16000 Bagley Rd, Cleveland, OH 44130 (440) 234-2255
Big Creek Reservation
This picturesque 175-acre park is part of the MetroParks system. The Big Creek Parkway runs through the park and extends into Brooklyn, Parma, Parma Heights, and Strongsville. It’s a great place to hike or bike. The 2.4-mile Lake to Lake Trail connects Lake Isaac and Lake Abram.
In the winter, Big Creek Reservation is a popular destination for residents to enjoy sledding and ice fishing. In the warm months, you can enjoy picnics, a large playground, fishing, and hiking.
Big Creek Reservation, Main St, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (216) 635-3200
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Top Restaurants in Middleburg Heights
Ready to check out some great places to eat? Here are just a few of the best Middleburg Heights restaurants you’ll love.
Sips and Such Social House
A popular brunch spot for locals, Sips and Such has a great menu of classics like biscuits and gravy, waffles, and French toast.
Sips and Such Social House, 7535 Pearl Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (440) 532-7078
Fat Head’s Brewery
Enjoy a huge selection of craft beer and seasonal beers in a spacious, industrial-style brewery. Fat Head’s serves up pub grub like nachos, burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Fat Head’s Brewery, 17450 Engle Lake Dr, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (216) 898-0242
Rivals Brew Pub
This fun sports bar and brew pub serves up American comfort food like wings and burgers with a large selection of craft beers on tap. There are plenty of TVs to catch the game.
Rivals Brew Pub, 6710 Smith Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (216) 267-0005
Jobs in Middleburg Heights OH
Middleburg Heights enjoys great economic success with a diverse economy and many new developments in progress. It’s long been known for its thriving business community. Major new projects started or finished in 2023 alone include Pearl Crossings and Pearl Plaza, close to the Southland Business District, a second new ALDI supermarket, and a 50,000-square-foot facility for Serpentini Collision Center.
The 93,000-square-foot Cleveland Clinic Middleburg Heights Family Health Center also opened, bringing medical specialties and 180 exam and procedure rooms to the community. It’s part of the city’s 1.7-million-square-foot medical corridor centered around Southwest General Health Center and Regency Hospital Cleveland West.
Middleburg Heights is home to over 1,200 businesses in retail, industrial, office, health care, and specialty sectors. Every day, over 21,000 people work in Middleburg Heights, exceeding the city’s total population!
Major employers include:
- Cleveland Clinic Middleburg Heights Family Health Center
- Southwest General Health Center (careers)
- Regency Hospital Cleveland West
- Berea City School District (careers)
- City of Middleburg Heights (jobs)
The average income in the city is $45,000 or $21.74 per hour. The median income for a household is $74,000.
Middleburg Heights Schools
While living in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, families are served by the Berea City School District (BCSD), which serves Berea, Brook Park, Middleburg Heights, and parts of Olmsted Falls. The district serves 5,500 children in grades K through 12, with a single high school, one middle school, and three elementary schools.
Berea-Midpark High School boasts tons of student clubs and activities like the Dungeons and Dragons Club, Metalheads Club, and Art Club. The school partners with the Polaris Career Center to offer students career technical training and STEM programs both on campus and at the center. There are 17 Advanced Placement courses available, ranging from Physics, Chemistry, and Computer Science to Studio Art and English Literature & Composition.
Students also attend Berea-Midpark Middle School and Big Creek Elementary School.
There are many private schools near Middleburg Heights as an alternative to the public school district.
- The Academy of St. Bartholomew, a Catholic PK-8 school in Middleburg Heights
- Bethel Christian Academy in Parma
- Providence Academy in Parma
- Parma Academy
- Parma Heights Christian Academy
- Incarnete Word Academy in Parma Heights
- Invictus High School in Parma Heights
Nearby options for higher education include Baldwin Wallace University (Berea), the Cuyahoga Community College Western Campus (Parma), and Valley College (Cleveland).
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Middleburg Heights Statistics & Information
- County: Cuyahoga
- Total area: 8 square miles
- Middleburg Heights zip code: 44130
- Area code: 440 and 216
- Elevation: 853 feet
- Time zone: Eastern Time Zone (UTC -4 and -5)
- Closest airport: Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), 5 miles away
Middleburg Heights, OH Map
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