Archive for the 'downtown living' Category

Relocating to Cleveland?

Friday, June 5th, 2009

If you’re relocating to Cleveland for your career, family, or simply looking to get a fresh start, check out the resources below.
Cleveland was recently named as one of 20 Relocation.com’s Top Cities for a Fresh Start.  Cities were judged on four aspects: housing affordability, economic growth prospects, Relocation.com’s data of where people are moving and [...]

The Avenue District to Showcase New Cleveland Condos In “I Love Downtown” Tour

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

The Avenue District invites visitors to be among the first to see the new luxury lofts at 1211 St. Clair Ave., as the neighborhood joins 15 downtown residential properties in the “I Love Downtown” open house trolley tours, 2-7 p.m., this Saturday, April 25.
The “I Love Downtown” tour, presented by The Downtown Cleveland Alliance, will [...]

Downtown Cleveland Safety Meeting Featured in Cleveland Examiner Post

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

In an April 1 post on The Downtown Cleveland Examiner Website, correspondent and downtown resident Jeremy Borger featured information presented in a March 31 safety meeting at the Bingham Building Community Room.
Resident Meeting Focuses on Downtown Cleveland Safety
April 1, 2009
Jeremy Borger
“Safety was the primary thing on people’s minds at the downtown Cleveland residents meeting on [...]

Suburban Sprawl Grinds to a Halt; New Urbanists Confirm Mixed-Use Plans

Friday, March 13th, 2009

Due to the foreclosure crisis across the country, Suburban sprawl has grinded to a halt and may even be reversing. In fact, the demand for suburban homes may never recover, given the long-term prospects of energy costs for commuting and heating, and the prohibitive inefficiencies of low-density construction, according to an article on Yahoo! Finance.
Suburbia [...]

What the Stimulus Package Means to First-Time Homebuyers

Friday, February 27th, 2009

Since President Barack Obama signed the $787 billion Stimulus Bill into law on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, first-time homebuyers now have an even bigger advantage to buying this year — an $8,000 tax credit that doesn’t have to be repaid.
Here we answer Cleveland homebuyers’ most commonly asked questions.
1. First, who is considered a first-time homebuyer?
A [...]

Photos Taken of The Avenue District’s Cleveland Lofts and Penthouses

Friday, February 20th, 2009

The cleveland lofts and penthouses on 1211 St. Clair Avenue are close to completion and The Avenue District is getting ready to welcome its first residents next month. The following photos of the 10-story condo building were taken Feb. 13, 2009. Be sure to view the entire collection on Flickr!

First Look: Avenue District Penthouses

Thursday, February 5th, 2009

As construction nears the final stages at 1211 St. Clair Ave., The Avenue District invites you to take a first look at views from inside and outside the penthouses of the 10-story condo building.
‘The Avenue District Construction 360′ video contains footage and photos captured in October 2008, and talks about highlighted features of the ninth [...]

Affordable Downtown Living - Part 2 of 3

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

The online video below, courtesy of The Downtown Cleveland Alliance, takes a look into the lives of Cleveland residents Greg and Becky. The video discusses the affordable aspects of urban living as well as the advantages of buying versus renting in downtown Cleveland. Click here to watch the video on the Downtown Cleveland [...]

Affordable Downtown Living - Part 1 of 3

Friday, August 22nd, 2008

Today, people are starting to look at downtown living in a new and affordable way. Among other benefits, including the convenience of being close to work and entertainment, and the health aspects of a walkable neighborhood, residents are embracing the ways that city life can help save money and build futures. This three-part [...]

Costs of Commuting Part Two: Influence

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

The reality of rising gas costs, combined with relatively steady home values in downtown cores, are influencing today’s homebuyers to consider downtown living. New information, including that found in the graphic to the right, was released June 18 from a Coldwell Banker real estate survey, published in the follow AP article and [...]