Lakewood is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States, on the southern shore of Lake Erie. Established in 1889, it is one of Cleveland's historical streetcar suburbs and part of the Cleveland metropolitan area. The population was 50,942 at the 2020 census, making it the third largest city in Cuyahoga County, behind Cleveland and Parma. It sits about 7 miles west of downtown Cleveland. Median listing price (September 2026): $287,450 (Realtor.com Cuyahoga County market page, "Key indicators as of September 2026"; read September 25, 2026).
Driving: approximately 7 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-90 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
Rail: GCRTA Red Line — the W. 117th–Madison station sits on the Lakewood/Cleveland border, a direct ride to Tower City downtown.
Bus/transit: GCRTA bus routes supplement rail service throughout the area.
Schools in Lakewood
Public schools: Lakewood City 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.
Lakewood FAQs
What is the housing market like in Lakewood, OH? The median listing price in Lakewood is $287,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026
How is the commute from Lakewood, OH? Driving: approximately 7 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-90 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
Which school district serves Lakewood, OH? Lakewood is served by Lakewood City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
