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We realize that many of you are moving here from outside Ohio and that selecting a place to live can be a stressful process. One of benefits of attending the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is the affordability and availability of reasonably priced housing in Cleveland and the surrounding communities. This guide does not encompass all of the resources that are available on the web or in print. Nevertheless, it is a good place start!
Please note that The School of Medicine does not hold agreements or specifically endorse any company or agency listed on this site.
We have posted several resources on this site to help you find housing in the CWRU neighborhood. You may also find the University's Visitors site to be helpful as you begin to plan your move.
Also, as our office receives information about available housing we post it onto your class Facebook page.
Additionally, several years ago our medical students have created a housing survey resource where you can cross reference properties that you may be considering. It's a great way to review their experiences with various property management companies and landlords. There is a collection of nearly 750 entries!
You have to use your activated Case Network ID and password to access this document.
CWRU Roommate Resource
CWRU Roommate Resource
Please strikethrough or remove your name if you have found a roommate or no longer wish to be on this list.- It is important that this list is maintained to ensure that all students have the opportunity to get connected with a roommate if they wish to do so
Where do students live?
Where do students live?
Most students live in Little Italy or Cleveland Heights within several neighborhoods, including Coventry, Cedar-Lee, and Cedar-Fairmount. Students find this area attractive because of the close proximity to the University campus, grocery stores, restaurants, and other shops.
Many students also find housing in the University Circle area. The Triangle Towers (CWRU Property) is located adjacent to University Hospitals, The Waldorf Tower, and Kensington Place are within a reasonable distance to the HEC - about 1.5 miles. Also, the Uptown Development on Euclid Avenue is another option. This development also houses a grocery store, restaurants, and other retailers. Park Lane Villa is another option that is a hotel style rental property located near the medical school.
Other examples of properties within University Circle:
Triangle Apartments - CWRU-owned graduate and professional student housing facility on campus.
Cedar Glen Condominimums (sometimes can also be found on Craigslist)
Some students have chosen to purchase or lease townhomes near the Health Education Campus in a development called Woodhaven/Beacon Place.
Lewis Manor is an example of some apartment complexes in Cleveland Heights.
Parkside Dwellings is located in the center of University Circle that is down the street from the HEC.
Innova Apartments (across from the Health Education Campus)
A newer option is One University Circle (but we've heard they are expensive).
Other newer options closer to the HEC are:
Additional options in or near University Circle.
Cleveland Heights option for one bedroom apartments at 2577 Euclid Hts. Blvd. Cleveland Hts. Ohio 44106. All apartments have updated electrical and renovated bathrooms. Each apartment has an equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, gas stove and refrigerator and the building has a laundry room, resident manager, storage lockers and parking options available. Prices vary from $900 to $1025 depending on the apartment size. Tenants are provided water and heat and are responsible for gas, electric, and internet. Contact Karen Davis at 216-773-4508 or at mkldavis@aol.com.
Shaker Heights is another suburb that is within a 10-minute drive to campus. The prices of apartments are comparable to those in Cleveland Heights.
Barrington Place Apartments (about 20 miles from campus in Westlake, OH)
Other Resources
Other Resources
Feel free to contact CWRU's Off Campus Housing Coordinator, Nikki Villot, for assistance with your search: nxv169@case.edu or 216-368-1099
Do I need a car?
Do I need a car?
The unique opportunity for students to participate in experiences at multiple varied affiliate hospital city-wide necessitates that students have available transportation for all four years. Required pre-clinical experiences begin as early as the first months of medical school.
It is expected that you will have access to reliable transportation for purposes of attending scheduled clinical activities.
CWRU Shuttles
CWRU Shuttles
The CWRU community has a variety of transportation options, and some have recently changed.
CWRU Shuttles: https://case.edu/parking/transportation/shuttles
CWRU Safe Ride - kind of like Uber for CWRU. Visit their site that has details about the Safe Ride app and a map of their service area.
HEC Location
HEC Location
This map is the location of the Health Education Campus to provide you with a frame of reference when searching for housing.
The address is actually: 9501 Euclid Ave.
Renting Advice
Renting Advice
READ your lease before signing!
Ask questions!
Google the landlord/management company for potential concerns
Cross reference the Housing Survey results (above)
Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Renters insurance is for anyone who rents a home, be it a house or an apartment. Renters insurance can protect your personal property against fire, theft and vandalism. Renters insurance doesn't just help provide coverage for everyday necessities like furniture and clothes. It also helps protect theft-prone valuables like your laptop and bike - wherever you take them. It can be acquired by virtually any major insurance company such as AllState, State Farm, Liberty Mutual, Nationwide, American Family, Farmers Insurance, etc. It's TOTALLY WORTH IT!
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