Cleveland metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Amherst, OH
About Amherst
Amherst is a city in Lorain County, Ohio, United States. It is located west of Cleveland within the Cleveland metropolitan area. The population was 12,681 at the 2020 census. It sits about 37 miles southwest of downtown Cleveland. Median listing price (September 2026): $325,000 (Realtor.com Lorain County market page, "Key indicators as of September 2026"; read September 25, 2026).
Home prices in Amherst
The median listing price in Amherst is $325,000.
Top places in Amherst
- Sandstone quarries
- Historic downtown Amherst
- Beaver Creek Reservation (Lorain County Metro Parks)
Commuting from Amherst
- Driving: approximately 37 miles to downtown Cleveland via SR-2/I-90 — roughly 40–50 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
- Rail: None — no GCRTA or commuter rail reaches this community.
Schools in Amherst
Public schools: Amherst Exempted Village School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Amherst FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Amherst, OH?
The median listing price in Amherst is $325,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Amherst, OH?
Driving: approximately 37 miles to downtown Cleveland via SR-2/I-90 — roughly 40–50 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate). - Which school district serves Amherst, OH?
Amherst is served by Amherst Exempted Village School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.