Cleveland metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to Independence, OH
About Independence
Independence is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 7,584 at the 2020 census. A suburb of Cleveland, it is a part of the Cleveland metropolitan area. It sits about 11 miles southeast of downtown Cleveland. No town-level median listing price was published for Independence in Realtor.com's September 2026 Cuyahoga County market data (insufficient listing volume).
Home prices in Independence
Home prices in Independence vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Independence
- Elmwood Park
- Independence community pool
- Crown Center (Rockside Rd)
- Rockside Road corridor
Commuting from Independence
- Driving: approximately 11 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-77/I-480 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
- Rail: None in town — GCRTA bus routes serve the community (GCRTA's service area covers all of Cuyahoga County).
- Bus/transit: GCRTA bus routes serve the community; no direct rail link to downtown.
Schools in Independence
Public schools: Independence 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.
Independence FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Independence, OH?
Home prices in Independence vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Independence, OH?
Driving: approximately 11 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-77/I-480 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate). - Which school district serves Independence, OH?
Independence is served by Independence 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
Transit
Maps & GIS
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.