Good areas to invest in duplexes in Cleveland area

[Courtney Radmall]

My husband and I would like to buy our first OOS property and want to buy in Cleveland. We would like to buy a duplex in a Class B area so that it is easy to manage remotely with a property management company. What are some good areas? 

We also are looking for referrals for a good agent that invests themselves and a good property management company and lender. 

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. 

[James Wise]

Originally posted by @Kristen Murakami:

@James Wise, thanks for the guide! It has a lot of good information. 

The only other thing I would add when purchasing a propterty in the Cleveland area is be aware of cities that require Point of Sale inspections. Many suburbs around Cleveland require an inspection by the city’s building department before title can transfer. 

 Solid point.

Some popular cities with a point of sale (POS) requirement. 

• Cleveland Heights
• Euclid
• S Euclid
• Newburgh Heights
• Lakewood
• Garfield Heights

Some popular cities without a point of sale (POS) requirement.

• Cleveland
• Parma
• Parma Heights
• Berea
• Brooklyn
• Brook Park