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Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Cleveland Heights was established in 1903. Diverse inner-ring Cleveland suburb with beautiful early 20th-century homes. Adjacent to University Circle cultural district.

Founded 1903 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Cuyahoga County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Cleveland Heights.

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Cleveland Heights's character and economy.

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1903 Founded: Cleveland Heights was founded as a railroad town in Cuyahoga County.

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1950 Economic Development: Cleveland Heights grew through the automobile industry.

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2010 Modern Era: Cleveland Heights continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport

Railroad Era

1890 Culture

Higher Education

1903 Culture

Founded

1950 Industry

Economic Development

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Diverse inner-ring Cleveland suburb with beautiful early 20th-century homes.

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Adjacent to University Circle cultural district.

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One of the first planned streetcar suburbs.

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Cleveland Heights is located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

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Cleveland Heights was founded in 1903.

Famous People from Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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Debra Winger

Actor, Film Producer · Born May 16, 1955 · Age 70

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Martha Chase

Geneticin, Chemist · Born Nov 30, 1927 · Died Aug 8, 2003 (age 75)

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Diana Hyland

Stage Actor, Television Actor · Born Jan 25, 1936 · Died Mar 27, 1977 (age 41)

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Timothy P. Broglio

Catholic Priest, Catholic Bishop · Born Dec 22, 1951 · Age 74

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Jason Kelce

Sports Commentator, Podcaster · Born Nov 5, 1987 · Age 38

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