Cleveland metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Grafton, OH
About Grafton
Grafton is a village in Lorain County, Ohio, United States, along the East Branch of the Black River. The population was 5,895 at the 2020 census. The Lorain Correctional Institution and several other prisons are located in and near Grafton. It sits about 29 miles southwest of downtown Cleveland. Median listing price (September 2026): $350,000 (Realtor.com Lorain County market page, "Key indicators as of September 2026"; read September 25, 2026).
Home prices in Grafton
The median listing price in Grafton is $350,000.
Top places in Grafton
- Indian Hollow Reservation (Lorain County Metro Parks)
- Historic Grafton village center.
- Rural-suburban setting off the Ohio Turnpike.
Commuting from Grafton
- Driving: approximately 29 miles to downtown Cleveland via SR-57/I-90 — roughly 30–40 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
- Rail: None — no GCRTA or commuter rail reaches this community.
Schools in Grafton
Public schools: Midview Local 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.
Grafton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Grafton, OH?
The median listing price in Grafton is $350,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Grafton, OH?
Driving: approximately 29 miles to downtown Cleveland via SR-57/I-90 — roughly 30–40 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate). - Which school district serves Grafton, OH?
Grafton is served by Midview Local School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.