Moving to Rocky River, OH

About Rocky River

Rocky River is a city in western Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. A suburb of Cleveland, it is located along the shore of Lake Erie approximately west of downtown Cleveland. The city is named for the Rocky River that forms its eastern border. The population was 21,755 according to the 2020 census data results. It sits about 10 miles west of downtown Cleveland. Median listing price (September 2026): $364,450 (Realtor.com Cuyahoga County market page, "Key indicators as of September 2026"; read September 25, 2026).

Home prices in Rocky River

The median listing price in Rocky River is $364,450.

Top places in Rocky River

• Bradstreet's Landing Park
• Rocky River Reservation (Cleveland Metroparks)
• Lake Erie shoreline

Commuting from Rocky River

• Driving: approximately 10 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-90 — 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 Rocky River

Public schools: Rocky River 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.

Rocky River FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Rocky River, OH?
  The median listing price in Rocky River is $364,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026
• How is the commute from Rocky River, OH?
  Driving: approximately 10 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-90 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
• Which school district serves Rocky River, OH?
  Rocky River is served by Rocky River City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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