2019 Best Suburbs to Live in OhioAbout this List

Grandview Heights

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
• 2

Current Resident: I’ve lived here for 20 years. Grew up here and have watched Grandview evolve from a sleepy suberb to a booming millennial mecca in Columbus. It really is the perfect location with its close proximity to downtown and the university. It’s extremely safe and has great schools. The downside to its growing popularity is 1. It’s now extremely expensive and 2. all the new construction is causing the town to lose some of its charm.
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• 7,377 Population

Shaker Heights

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Current Resident: Great place to raise a family, and the Home Prices are very affordable for the size and convenience. Some of the homes require updating (electric especially), however is well worth the investment!
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• 27,749 Population

Madeira

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Current Resident: Madeira is a safe, family friendly community that prepares children and students to succeed in the professional world. With many community events, event nights, and activities, Madeira offers something fun for just about anyone. The size of the downtown area puts almost everything in walking distance and provides a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.
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• 8,993 Population

Bexley

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
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Current Resident: I have lived in Bexley for 4 years now and love everything about this suburb. The community is very welcoming and comfortable. There is always a new place to eat whether you are looking for something casual like pizza or even a fancier night out at the local steakhouse. The grocery shopping is convenient with a new Giant Eagle as well as a Kroger, CVS, and more just down the road. There are always new places coming about aiding in the prominent college crowd of the private institution, Capital University. Housing includes anything from apartments to beautiful old mansions. This environment is somewhere I would recommend to anyone.
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• 13,659 Population

Dublin

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
• 113

Current Resident: I love living in Dublin, it’s an extremely nice suburb! The neighborhood I am in is extremely friendly and you get to know all your neighbors. Historic Dublin is really nice and has a lot of food places to eat! The night life ends a little early but that’s because it’s so family oriented. The schools are very highly rated. Dublin is only about 20 minutes from downtown Columbus and Easton Town Center which are two common areas people like to go. There are many good restaurants and they just opened a new area that has bars and other things to do, apartments are there as well so it is literally it’s own community.
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• 44,442 Population

Sixteen Mile Stand

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH

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• 3,036 Population

Oakwood

• Suburb of Dayton, OH
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Current Resident: Oakwood is an amazing place to call home. We moved to Oakwood from another highly ranked suburb in Ohio exactly one year ago. Our neighbors have been so welcoming, our son has thrived in their excellent schools, and we have virtually no commute to work. Oakwood's pricing is a bargain compared to other similar neighborhoods across the state and the country. If you want a close-knit neighborhood centered around the schools, with charming houses and tree-lined streets, then welcome home!
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• 9,035 Population

Ottawa Hills

• Town in Ohio
• 10

Current Resident: Great schools, great neighborhoods. A lovely, walkable community, with many beautiful, historic homes; large meadows with a creek winding through; village police force and services (trash & recycling).
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• 4,469 Population

Wyoming

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Current Resident: The community is tight knit and everyone knows everyone. People have a strong sense of pride and the community is very safe and protected.
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• 8,476 Population

Powell

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
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Current Resident: Powell is a very close knit community. Many of the people that live here do so because of the schools in Olentangy, which are all very good. The concept of the "Powell Bubble" is very prevalent and it is very closed off to anything that happens outside of it. The families tend to have money and the kids are okay enough, albeit stuck up a little. The downtown area and the small events, as well as some of the local and franchising businesses, make it functional and at home. However after living here for 11 years it has started to get very dull. It is very safe and a great place to raise your kids, which is the main reason why so many families live here.
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• 12,658 Population

Montgomery

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Current Resident: I grew up living in Montgomery and going to school here and I loved the neighborhood. There are a lot of families in the area and lots of forests, parks, and greenery so it is a very welcoming and friendly neighborhood. This also means there's a lot of wildlife so beware that deer, raccoons, squirrels, birds, and the occasional fox will be around the yards and woods. The area is very expensive to live in if you're looking to buy a house, however there are a few apartment complexes nearby which are more affordable.
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• 10,587 Population

Mason

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Current Resident: The weather is very nice. People are friendly. Schools are great. It is a small town which you could find everything in 5 minutes around your house. Safety in this area is pretty good. I have seen people leave their bikes in the playground and nobody touch it. You could the highest safety in this area. The diversity is great here. I like that in our neighborhood there are people from India, Pakistan, Asia, Italy,... which makes life really interesting here. Regional attractions include The Golf Center, Great Wolf Lodge and Conference Center, Kings Island amusement park, and the annual Western & Southern Open.
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• 32,317 Population

Solon

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Current Resident: Lots to do and there is something for everyone! Lots of clubs for involvement for adults and teens. Recreational center has an abundance of sports, programs, camps, etc.
Quality education in all the schools- as evident by Niche and countless ratings, Solon education is one of the highest in not only Ohio, but in the United States.
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• 23,068 Population

Upper Arlington

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
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Current Resident: Upper Arlington is a small and safe town that is a suburb of Columbus, OH. It has given me an extraordinary base of education and core values that are second to none. Upper Arlington High School has a vast variety of opportunities to explore from varsity athletics, shop classes, school magazine/yearbooks, to a world-class concert orchestra and drama club. All of these opportunities have been a starting point for notable alumni Beverly D'Angelo – Actress, George Smoot - Nobel Prize Winner, Erin Moriarty - News correspondent for 48 Hours, and all-time great golfer Jack Nicklaus. Upper Arlington is a town that gives you opportunities to succeed in any path you choose.
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• 34,943 Population

Mariemont

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
• 5

Current Resident: Nice little suburb of Cincy. Feel safe when walking around Village. And yes, they have their very own PORSCHE dealer right there on Plainville Road. Yes... I do own an older PORSCHE and like having dealer nearby. Short drive to work and entertainment and fine dining venues. Kids seem to be happy and doing well in their schools. Could say more good things, but that’s enough for now. BTW...check Redfin.com for house listings in my area.
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• 3,404 Population

Glenwillow

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Blue Ash

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Former Resident: A great place to raise children! Great schools, friendly neighbors, extremely safe! Very diverse in terms of religion and ethnicity resulting in a great melting pot community.
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• 12,096 Population

Orange

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Works Here: It is a safe place to live and work. A well run community.With the addition of Pinecrest and the recreational trails being created it will be the community of now and the future.
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• 3,280 Population

Worthington

• Suburb of Columbus, OH
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Current Resident: I like a lot about Worthington. Although it is not perfect, there is a lot of things to like about it. It has everything you would want to live a peaceful, normal life. It is nearby a lot of good things to do. It feels constantly growing and is a great place to live. I think the schools are good. They are great places to go to school because they have good teachers and are overall safe. The houses are going up in price in some areas, but you can find affordable places. I see a lot of job openings so you should be able to find work pretty easy.
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• 14,442 Population

Perrysburg

• Town in Ohio
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Current Resident: Perrysburg is a growing community with that "small town" feel. It is the most wonderful place to grow up, I know this because I grew up here, and I loved every minute of it! Everyone is friendly and there is a very strong sense of community. This town is rich with history and is desirable for people of all ages. With a beautiful, riverfront downtown and old historic homes, Perrysburg is packed with charm. On the other hand, it is rapidly expanding and adding new subdivisions perfect for young families to grow in a great community. I would recommend this town for anyone, but once you come you will never want to leave!
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• 21,327 Population

Rocky River

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Current Resident: Rocky River is a great city that once use to be filled with residents that have had generations live there, but now there is a younger family crowd starting to come in. This is great for the community to see how the city is changing with time because it is shifting from so called "old money only" to a younger, fresh crowd of residents. The public schools are awesome, nightlife is usually in Lakewood, Ohio, but there could always be more diversity. It is a predominately white middle to upper middle class, so there could more diversity with the new families and couples that are moving to the area.
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• 20,273 Population

Beckett Ridge

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Niche User: The police officers are visible and they do respond in great time.
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• 8,955 Population

Hudson

• Suburb of Cleveland, OH
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Current Resident: I love Hudson as a hometown! Though it does lack diversity and could benefit from a wider, more open worldview, plenty of residents are individuals who seek this same thing. Its school system is also phenomenal, and prepares students to face the world with a solid academic background.
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• 22,250 Population

Dry Run

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Niche User: In the part of town I live in, there is very little major crime. The cops, though you don't always see them perusing the streets, when they get a call, they are on it. I once called 911 when I thought my house was being broken into and within 3 minutes of making the phone call, two cops were in my driveway.
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• 7,961 Population

Turpin Hills

• Suburb of Cincinnati, OH
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Parent: Anderson Township, overall is a nice area to live. The schools are wonderful, It is easy to get on the highway and close to downtown Cincinnati.
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• 5,170 Population