Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Cleveland Heights

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Cleveland Heights is $1,216 and the median household income is $72,826 annually. About 42% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizeable renter community that may benefit from the 841 income-restricted units available across 10 HUD-assisted properties in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Cleveland Heights Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 255 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

All 10 HUD-assisted properties in Cleveland Heights have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Cleveland Heights

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Cleveland Heights rates 42 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 36 (Some Transit) for transit, and 48 for bikeability. Most daily errands will likely require a car, though some transit options are available.

Schools

Cleveland Heights is served by 11 public schools across 2 districts -- including 7 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high school, and 1 other -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living

The median household income in Cleveland Heights is $72,826 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent in the city is $1,216 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can significantly reduce what you pay out of pocket. Rent at HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Cleveland Heights is typically calculated as a percentage of your household income rather than at market rate, which may offer meaningful savings compared to the citywide median rent.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 10 assisted properties in Cleveland Heights were mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure is not a significant concern for affordable housing in this city based on available data.