Affordable Chesterland Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Chesterland.

About Chesterland, OH.

Nestled among the rolling, wooded hills of Northeast Ohio, Chesterland is a tiny community offering small-town charm just a short drive from the big city. Chesterland is located a stone's throw from Cleveland and offers a vibrant downtown district with numerous locally owned shops and cafes. It's part of a region known as the Chagrin Valley, the center of which is the Chagrin River.

Chesterland is officially considered a census-designated place, though it is also located within Chester Township, one of 16 townships that make up Geauga County. The community originally grew around the "Chester Cross Roads" post office, established in 1826. Today, around 2,500 people call Chesterland home.

What to do in Chesterland, OH

Despite its small size, there's much to see and do in and around Chesterland. In addition to being just a 30-minute drive from Cleveland, Chesterland has much to offer. Some of the most popular attractions and events in Chesterland include:

• Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Park - One of several lovely parks in Geauga County, Chesterland's Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Park is a great place for a hike, a family picnic, or a bird watching outing. This 65-acre park is densely wooded, with several hiking trails, picnic pavilions, and a kids' playground.
• Patterson Fruit Farm - Known for pick-your-own strawberries and apples, Patterson Fruit Farm is a staple of the Chesterland area. Seasonal produce and locally made goods are available at their farmstand year-round, and their annual Family Fun Fest is a fixture of the fall calendar.
• Alpine Valley - A great ski experience is hard to come by in Ohio, but Alpine Valley offers one of the best opportunities to hit the slopes in the Buckeye State. A few miles outside Chesterland, Alpine Valley offers slopes for all skill levels, terrain parks for snowboarders, and a full resort with lodging and dining.

Working in Chesterland, OH

Employment options in Chesterland include a diverse assortment of jobs that are considered traditionally blue-collar and white-collar. Due to the community's proximity to Cleveland, it is common for residents to commute to jobs elsewhere in the Greater Cleveland area.

Manufacturing is the leading industry in Geauga County, followed by healthcare and social assistance, retail and wholesale trade, educational services, and accommodation/food services. Some of the largest employers include Geauga/UHHS Hospital, Kinetico Water Systems, and Giant Eagle Supermarkets.

Chesterland, OH Neighborhoods

Being a tiny community of 2,500 people spanning just under 4.4 square miles, Chesterland doesn't have distinct neighborhoods. It is, however, within a 5 to 10-minute drive of several other small communities in Geauga County, each offering its distinct character and charm. These include:

• Chardon, OH - The county seat of Geauga County, the city of Chardon has a population of 5,100. This small city is known for its historic 19th-century architecture and annual Maple Festival. About 10 minutes northeast of Chesterland, Chardon has an average home price of $269,000.
• Novelty, OH - The tiny unincorporated community of Novelty is just a 5-minute drive south of Chesterland. With a median home price of $328,000, it's a rural but well-off community featuring many large homes on plots of land with ample acreage. Novelty is part of Russel Township, which has a population of about 5,500.
• Chagrin Falls, OH - With a population of about 4,000, the village of Chagrin Falls is a suburb of Cleveland located about 15 minutes away from Chesterland. With an average home value of $351,000, it's home to many working professionals who commute to work in Cleveland. The village is centered around its namesake waterfall on the Chagrin River.

Chesterland, OH School District

Public schools in Chesterland, Ohio are part of the West Geauga Local Schools district. The four schools that comprise this district—Lindsey Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School, West Geauga Middle School, and West Geauga High School—collectively serve around 1,900 students in Chesterland and the surrounding communities.

Chesterland is also home to the International Culinary Arts and Sciences Institute, a leading culinary school. As for more traditional institutions of higher learning, there are several nearby colleges and universities in the Cleveland area, including Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University.

Moving to Chesterland, OH Resource Guide

Moving to a new place can be challenging, but Chester Township and Geauga County provide many great resources for new residents. First and foremost, be sure to save the contact information for Chester Township Fire & Rescue, and the Chester Township Police Department.

Geauga County Water Resources provides

Water and Sewer Utilities in the Chesterland area. Contact The Illuminating Co. (electricity) and Domninion Energy (gas) for further information on getting your utilities connected in Chesterland, Ohio.

To learn more about outdoor recreation in Chesterland and the surrounding areas, check out the Geauga Park District website. You can also find information on upcoming events through the official Geauga County website.

Chesterland, OH Housing

The overall cost of living in Chesterland is about on par with the U.S. and a bit above-average for Ohio. The median real home price is approximately $283,000.

Rental rates in the Chesterland area are well below average compared to the U.S. as a whole and about average compared to other areas in the Cleveland area and across Ohio. A typical studio apartment in Chesterland rents for $620, and a typical 2-bedroom apartment rents for $876.