2023 Best Places to Buy a House in Ohio

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: I love how close all of the members of the community are and how caring they are towards one another. Many of the members are people who have grown up in the town and came back to raise their families here as well so there are some very tight-knit groups of people who have known each other nearly their entire lives. The sense of togetherness is amazing, if a family is struggling with something the community will come together to try and help them in a way whether it be helping with the kids or bringing dinner to help make things easier.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 3,035

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  15 reviews

Niche User: Where I lived, the people were really kind and generous and so very welcoming when my family moved in. The school district was rated excellent every year by the state and I didn't see it changing any time soon. My high school, Turpin High School, won the silver award for being one of the highest ranked schools in the nation. Children definitely receive a high quality of education in a safe and inviting environment. There was also very many choices for entertainment and fun things to do. My family personally loved to go to the Reds games and I loved to go to Newport and look around and visit the aquarium. There were many safe and beautiful parks and many fun school events. There were also many opportunities to give back to the community and serve others which I absolutely loved. I am very grateful that I grew up in Anderson township. I always felt safe and at home and happy. I received an excellent education that is helping me now through college. I would do it all over and move to Anderson with my family if I got the chance. The future only looks brighter.... Read 15 reviews

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• Suburb of Cleveland, OH

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  Rating 4.63 out of 5  8 reviews

Current Resident: We have lived here about a year and came from a very populated suburb in Ohio. S. Russell is "semi-rural"...so quiet, extremely safe, plenty of amenities close by, charming Chagrin Falls minutes away, and a fantastic, small school district. The only negatives would be lack of diversity and major chains are 25-30 minutes away. I found that the city council/board is very curious about residential attitudes, and they actually listen and vote the direction that the majority of residents wish. The police force is always present and have a positive impact on the community - the kids love them. I have no complaints - only positives about our experience here so far.... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 1,853

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  28 reviews

Current Resident: A very progressive city! It cares about their citizens! They continue to make changes and create more services for the better of their residents.... Read 28 reviews

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• Population 5,202

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: It is an extremely small town but still a pretty good community. Only thing that is not the greatest is the fact that people here are kind of sheltered.... Read 9 reviews

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: Gambier is a quaint, little college town with a beautiful campus worth exploring. The neighbors are friendly, and the little coffee shop and bookstore are fun to visit!... Read 2 reviews

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• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  12 reviews

Niche User: This is a very safe area. The police are always out and moving. When you need them they respond quickly and are always helpful. There is very little to no crime in the area.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 4,181

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  Rating 4.46 out of 5  35 reviews

Current Resident: We moved to Madeira for the excellent schools. We thought we’d had our kids in excellent schools before we moved here but Madeira was far above anything school district we’ve ever experienced. So while the schools brought us here, the community will keep us! We live on a long cul de sac street and it’s been amazing to meet so many neighbors. The street is always getting together and everyone is so friendly—I guess that’s why they call it the friendly town! We adore Madeira and would recommend it to anyone but especially perfect for families with kids!... Read 35 reviews

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• Population 9,397

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  11 reviews

Current Resident: Coldwater is a small town in midwest Ohio . The people that live here are welcoming and friendly, and will do almost anything to help one another. Your neighbors are your friends, not strangers who you live next to. There is a public elementary, middle, and high school in Coldwater that the kids attend. Coldwater is a part of the Midwest Athletic Conference so sports are a big deal. A lot of people in this area are Catholic and it is often refereed to as "God's Country". There are multiple opportunities for employment in this area-- especially with the expansion that is being done to Mercer Health Community Hospital that is located here. I would recommend this town to anyone who is looking to live in a smaller, rural area.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 4,406

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  43 reviews

Current Resident: We moved to Canfield Ohio from Central NJ in 2020. We have elementary school aged kids. After living her for two years I can confidently say that we made the best decision we could have for our family. This community has embraced our children and they are flourishing here. There is ALWAYS something to do in town or nearby. It’s a beautiful town and the surrounding areas are beautiful. We love to drive to nearby lakes and just soak in the scenery. We don’t miss Philadelphia, NYC, or the shore. We love it here.... Read 43 reviews

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• Population 7,605

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Niche User: The police officers are visible and they do respond in great time.... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 9,716

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• Population 6,292

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: The town is very small and close knit. Many people were very rude or judgemental towards my family because we are the first generation living here. It is an extremely safe neighborhood though and I trust all of the police officers. They are usually very friendly and check to make sure people are safe.... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 1,513

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Current Resident: It's a great town to raise children in with many community events throughout the year. It is a safe environment and gives children an opportunity to make friends and have fun without worry. One of the things I would like to see change is the advancement of the school system. McDonald's schools are good, but they do not provide the same opportunities as some of the schools in surrounding areas. Overall, McDonald is far from perfect but it is absolutely a great place to live.... Read 4 reviews

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• Population 3,170

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  29 reviews

Current Resident: Landen is a wonderful, family friendly community that my family has enjoyed for the last two years. Paved walking trails connect each of the 28 communities surrounding Landen Lake, which you can utilize for fishing and boating. Each community has access to well-maintained recreational areas, which commonly include a swimming pool, tennis courts, swing sets, and a club house for events/parties. Neighborhoods feel like an extended family and residents are very inclusive. Residents are proud of their homes and it is not uncommon to have neighbors that have been living in the area for >20 years. The local public schools are commonly rated among the best in Ohio. Living in Landen allows great access for fun/recreation (Kings Island, Great Wolf Lodge, and Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail), shopping/restaurants (Deerfield Towne Center, Fields Ertel, and Costco), and jobs (P&G and companies in Mason). My wife and I can’t imagine a better place to raise our kids.... Read 29 reviews

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• Population 7,605

• Suburb of Columbus, OH

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  Rating 4.23 out of 5  64 reviews

Current Resident: Powell Ohio has been the place I have called home since I was born. It was not very developed back then but overtime has quickly become extremely developed with so many job opportunities, neighborhoods and new schools. Powell is home to amazing schooling systems with many top state ranked schools. I can defiantly say that I am so grateful to have grown up in such an amazing area with great opportunities; especially in the classroom!... Read 64 reviews

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• Population 13,879

• Suburb of Dayton, OH

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  Rating 4.46 out of 5  26 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to Oakwood because it seemed like a safe, caring, and compassionate community. The houses are very close to one another, and you must be a people person to appreciate that. I like people, my neighbors are very nice, and I like feeling like I'm part of a community. It also supports a healthy lifestyle. I've never seen so many people walking in my life! Everyone is walking, running, or out with their children even when it's raining. I like that I can walk to the grocery store, a local restaurant, or a clothing store and feel safe. One of the best things about my community is that the houses are historic and unique. Every house in Oakwood is old and has character.... Read 26 reviews

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• Population 9,470

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: Bluffton is a very tightknit and close community, and it shows in the support at all high school sporting events. Everyone is very friendly and you will normally see neighbors helping neighbors and strangers helping strangers.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 3,820

• Suburb of Dayton, OH

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: This has been a very unified but safe community! I am happy that my children can go outside an not have to worry about anything. The neighbors are so nice, and welcoming. The area is quiet. The community is always clean. There is hardly ever any trash or litter anywhere. The communities often have festivals or get togethers and they are public. I really like this city. We don't have to pay city taxes. Its truly a great place. Plenty of places to live and raise your family. the surrounding school systems are great as well.... Read 25 reviews

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• Population 7,266

• Suburb of Toledo, OH

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  13 reviews

Former Resident: Great place to grow up as a kid. Safe, great (consistently top in Ohio) schools, teachers that care, friendly people and neighbors, nature, roads are maintained well, beautiful houses and trees at a fraction of the cost of many other affluent suburbs in the Midwest due to low cost of living in Toledo. Often residents are executives, lawyers, doctors, and most residents are well intelligent and very well spoken. Negatives are not near any large sports teams/events to go to for young adults, night life is ok in downtown, and high paying job opportunities are limited in the area. Spent many years in the village and always speak highly of the area.... Read 13 reviews

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• Population 4,762

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: Fairlawn is a great family friendly town. You have all the amenities you need right in the neighborhood. All the kids in the neighborhood play great together of course they all have their moments but they eventually work it out and then they are off again to go play. With the times we are in with the Covid-19 I have never seen a whole citywide school district stand together to fight this virus. There have been multiple outreach programs to make sure all kids have enough food at home due to them not being at school. Over the holidays the outreach gives out turkeys and hams so that all families have the chance to enjoy a hot meal. I like that the teachers are reaching out to students that they haven't seen or have not been in a virtual classroom. The outpouring of support is so awesome. If only we as citizens acted this way without there being a pandemic or a tragedy. At least we are in an area where we do lookout for each others, children, in school and out of the classroom.... Read 16 reviews

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• Population 7,697

• Suburb of Dayton, OH

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  102 reviews

Current Resident: I love living in Springboro! I have lived here my entire life. The schools are great and the people are friendly. I love the atmosphere in the town and it is nicely placed where different cities are not far away. While politics can get a little heated sometimes, nothing very serious comes of it. It is a great place to live!... Read 102 reviews

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• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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