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Medina, OH

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Savor small-town charm on the cusp of major cities

Suburban Family-Friendly Historic Convenient Peaceful Affordable Charming Quaint Commuter

Located less than an hour’s drive from Cleveland and Akron, Medina offers residents a charming, tranquil respite from bustling city life. Affectionately dubbed “America’s Hometown,” Medina showcases historic pride in its Public Square, where Victorian-era buildings host quaint shops and popular restaurants in addition to an array of events like summer concerts, festivals, and art shows.

Medina is known for signature events such as Ladies Night Out, Medina International Fest, Candlelight Walk, Medina Ice Festival, Main Street Awards, and Medina County Pizza Palooza. Opportunities for outdoor recreation are plentiful in Medina, with 800 acres of parkland in town as well as a variety of sports programs. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is also just minutes away from Medina.

Families enjoy Medina’s top-ranked school system and the many options for family fun at High Voltage Indoor Karting, Alien Vacation Mini Golf at Castle Noel, and the Medina Toy and Train Museum. Getting around from Medina is easy with convenience to I-71.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Medina, OH is $678 for a studio, $992 for one bedroom, $1,471 for two bedrooms, and $1,427 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medina has increased by 6.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$992/month
696 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Granger Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

513 Students

9
out of 10

H G Blake Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

424 Students

8
out of 10

Buckeye Primary School

Public

Grades K-3

629 Students

7
out of 10

Heritage Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

347 Students

7
out of 10

Eliza Northrop Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

558 Students

6
out of 10

Highland Middle School

Public

Grades 6-9 & 11

769 Students

7
out of 10

A. I. Root Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

678 Students

7
out of 10

Buckeye Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

344 Students

7
out of 10

Claggett Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

713 Students

6
out of 10

Evolve Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

16 Students

Rating Unavailable

Medina High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,998 Students

8
out of 10

Highland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,028 Students

8
out of 10

Highland Middle School

Public

Grades 6-9 & 11

769 Students

7
out of 10

Buckeye High School

Public

Grades 9-12

712 Students

7
out of 10

Evolve Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

16 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lake Medina
  • Medina County Park District
  • Schleman Nature Preserve
  • Chippewa Inlet Trail
  • Buckeye Woods Park

Airports

  • Cleveland-Hopkins International
  • Akron-Canton Regional

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