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South Euclid, OH

South Euclid is a city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. It is an inner-ring suburb of Cleveland located on the city's east side. As of the 2020 census, the population was 21,883.

Acting approximately as a central point for the east side of the Greater Cleveland area, South Euclid is bordered by Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, University Heights, Beachwood, Lyndhurst, Richmond Heights, and Euclid. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.65 square miles (12.04 km²), all of it land.

The land currently comprising South Euclid was part of the Western Reserve, obtained via treaty with the Iroquois Confederation in 1796 by the Connecticut Land Company. In 1797, Moses Cleaveland named the area east of the Cuyahoga River Euclid, after the Greek mathematician and "patron saint" of surveyors. Euclid Township was officially formed in 1809. In 1828, Euclid Township was divided into nine districts, with South Euclid becoming district two.

The earliest industry was farming. But, by the 1860s, quarrying of the area's rich Bluestone deposits replaced agriculture as the town's economic mainstay. Two separate locations – one along Nine Mile Creek near present-day Quarry Park at South Belvoir and Monticello Boulevards, and the other along what is today part of the Euclid Creek reservation – were consolidated by Forest City Stone Company in the 1870s, creating one of the region's largest producers of the stone. By the end of the 19th century, the northern section of the town had become known as Bluestone Village. 

Residents of South Euclid eventually wanted autonomy from the larger Euclid Township, and voted on October 13, 1917, to be incorporated as a village, with Edward C. Foote being elected the first mayor a few weeks later on November 6. At the same time, with the decline of the Bluestone industry brought on by improvements to poured concrete, Bluestone Village was absorbed into South Euclid.

South Euclid's rapid economic and population growth continued in the early decades of the 20th century, partly driven by industry in nearby Cleveland. Due in part to funding by the WPA, which helped keep people employed through the Great Depression, the village continued to grow and was officially incorporated as a city in 1941.

Population growth, which tapered during the Depression era, skyrocketed during the postwar period, driven by both the baby boom and white flight from the urban center of Cleveland. South Euclid's population peaked in the early 1970s. By 1980, lacking large tracts of available land for development, and with a population shift to exurban communities, the population of South Euclid began to shrink.

South Euclid places a significant emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. The University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center provides comprehensive medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the South Euclid Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Athletic Center and Planet Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around South Euclid, such as the Lake-to-Lakes Trail and Euclid Creek Reservation All Purpose Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in South Euclid, OH are Lake View Cemetery, Euclid Creek Reservation, and Museum of American Porcelain Art.

Population: 21,264 (2023). ZIP code: 44121. Area code: 216. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Area: 4.66 sq mi (12.07 km²).

FAQs

Is South Euclid, OH a good place to live?

South Euclid is in Cuyahoga County and is one of the best places to live in Ohio. Living in South Euclid offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In South Euclid, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in South Euclid and residents tend to lean liberal.

What is South Euclid, OH known for?

The area was originally part of Euclid Township, which, in 1796, stretched from Lake Erie south to current Cedar Road, and from current E. 140th St. east to the Mayfield Township line. South Euclid was recognized as a population center by 1828 when it became one of Euclid Township's nine school districts. South Euclid's economy began with agriculture and, in the 1860s, expanded to include the quarrying of the area's sandstone beds.

What is the crime rate in South Euclid, OH?

The crime rate in South Euclid is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although, at 27 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in South Euclid is 1 in 37. Based on FBI crime data, South Euclid is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Ohio, South Euclid has a crime rate that is higher than 92% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of South Euclid

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

South Euclid Parks and Recreation Department

Athletic Center 

Planet Fitness

Lake-to-Lakes Trail 

Euclid Creek Reservation All Purpose Trail

Lake View Cemetery

Euclid Creek Reservation

Museum of American Porcelain Art

Niche

Cleveland Memory

Neighborhoodscout

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