Cleveland metro, OH relocation guide
Moving to University Heights, OH
About University Heights
University Heights is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. The population was 13,914 as of the 2020 census. Located from downtown Cleveland, it is a suburb of the Cleveland metropolitan area. It sits about 10 miles east of downtown Cleveland. Median listing price (September 2026): $279,000 (Realtor.com Cuyahoga County market page, "Key indicators as of September 2026"; read September 25, 2026).



Home prices in University Heights
The median listing price in University Heights is $279,000.
Top places in University Heights
- John Carroll University
- Purvis Park
- University Square
Commuting from University Heights
- Driving: approximately 10 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-271 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate).
- Rail: No rapid station in town; the nearest is the Green Line's Green Road terminus on the Beachwood/Shaker Heights border.
- Bus/transit: GCRTA bus routes supplement rail service throughout the area.
Schools in University Heights
Public schools: Cleveland Heights-University Heights 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.
University Heights FAQs
- What is the housing market like in University Heights, OH?
The median listing price in University Heights is $279,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from University Heights, OH?
Driving: approximately 10 miles to downtown Cleveland via I-271 — roughly 10–15 minutes without traffic (distance approximate; drive-time estimate). - Which school district serves University Heights, OH?
University Heights is served by Cleveland Heights-University Heights City 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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Maps & GIS
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.