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Mentor, OH

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Bask in lakeside recreation and relaxation near Cleveland

Suburban Family-Friendly Lakeside Scenic Active Historic Peaceful Convenient Commuter

Located about 23 miles northeast of Cleveland, Mentor is a peaceful suburb bordering Lake Erie. In addition to offering a bevy of recreational opportunities, Mentor has a rich history stemming back to its first settlement in 1797. Known for being the home of President James Garfield, Mentor contains the sprawling James A. Garfield National Historic Site.

Natural amenities like Headlands Beach State Park, Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve, Veterans Park, and the Mentor Marsh provide abundant options for enjoying the outdoors in Mentor. Lake Erie presents opportunities for boating, fishing, water sports, and more as well.

Mentor is regarded as the shopping, dining, and entertainment hub of Lake County with over 300 retailers and 170 eateries. Annual events bring the community together in Mentor, including the Mentor Rocks summer concert series, Headlands BeachFest, Mentor CityFest, Mentor Cruise-In, and the Fourth of July Celebration. Convenience to I-90, U.S. 20, and Route 2 connects Mentor to the many metropolitan attractions and events in Cleveland too.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Mentor, OH is $738 for a studio, $933 for one bedroom, $1,164 for two bedrooms, and $1,164 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mentor has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$933/month
714 Sq Ft
House
$1,903/month
852 Sq Ft
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Transportation

36

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

36

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Hopkins Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

491 Students

9
out of 10

Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

704 Students

6
out of 10

Orchard Hollow Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

395 Students

6
out of 10

Sterling Morton Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

320 Students

6
out of 10

Bellflower Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

452 Students

5
out of 10

Memorial Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

897 Students

6
out of 10

Shore Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

728 Students

6
out of 10

Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

574 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mentor High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,405 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mentor's Civic Center Park
  • Veterans Park
  • Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve
  • Mentor Beach Park
  • Commemorative Rose Garden

Airports

  • Cleveland-Hopkins International

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