University Circle Community Information
University Circle is home to many of Cleveland’s world class cultural, educational and health institutions. Among the cultural institutions are the Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Botanical Garden, Western Reserve Historical Society and the Crawford Auto and Aviation Museum.
Educational and health institutions include Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Institute of Music, Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, University Hospitals and Ronald McDonald House. Helping to coordinate the growth and activities of the neighborhood and its institutions is University Circle Inc.
The area is located ten minutes from Downtown Cleveland, and is accessible from Euclid, Chester, or Carnegie Avenues, by Interstate 90 to the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard exit south. Public transportation is available via the Rapid Transit, Red Line, University Circle station or by the RTA Healthline.
Real Estate Opportunities
Housing in University Circle consists of Colonials, Victorian Colonials, doubles and condominiums. While there are not many residential units in the area, those that are there are in excellent condition. A ride down Murray Hill or a tour of East Boulevard and Wade Park best presents the housing and the cultural aspects of the neighborhood. Work for a nonprofit in University Circle? You may qualify for the Greater Circle Living program and qualify for up to $15,000 in grants just for buying a home in the area! Find homes for sale in University Circle.
In the past few years new townhomes and condominium projects have been or are being constructed. A following are a few examples:
Parkside Townhomes
This is the rebirth of these contemporary new construction townhomes overlooking Rockefeller Park. Part of the NSP program, qualified buyers can receive a 20% forgivable second mortgage with no monthly payments. This makes the purchase feel like $113,600. Tax abatement and many green features make this an unbelievable deal!
Heritage Lane Historic Homes
These completely renovated homes are just steps from University Circle cultural attractions and area hospitals.
Heritage Lane Townhomes - SOLD OUT!
New townhomes in University Circle. An amazing value at $139,900.
Circle 118
Circle 118 is the bold new face of University Circle. Just beyond the doorstep of your new townhome, the city awaits!
The History of University Circle
In 1799, Nathaniel Doan—a member of an expedition of the Connecticut Land Company, opened a tavern on what is now East 107th and Euclid Avenue. The area became known as Doans Corners. In the late 1800s, both Western Reserve University and Case School of Applied Science moved to the area. By the early 1900s, land donations by Jeptha Wade and John D. Rockefeller allowed for the development of the regions other institutions. This area was the location of a streetcar turnaround in the late 1800s, which, along with the universities, gave it the name University Circle.
Neighborhood Amenities
The main commercial areas can be found along Euclid Avenue and Mayfield Road. Retail ranges from pharmacy and convenience stores to bakery and specialty foods. There are a number of restaurants and taverns in the area, which provide food as well as musical entertainment.
Dining
- Angelos Nido Italia Restaurant
- ABC the Tavern
- The Coffee House at University Circle
- The Den
- Falafel Cafe
- The Jolly Scholar
- Happy Dog Euclid Tavern
- Kantina
- Kung Fu Tea
- Table 45
- Trattoria on the Hill
- Tropical Smoothie Cafe
- L'Albatros Brasserie + Bar
- Michaelangelo's
- Valentino's
- Valerio's
- La Pizzeria
- Otani Noodle
- Algebra Tea House
- Simply Greek
- Maxi's
- Mama Santa's
- Mia Bella
- Mitchell's Ice Cream
- La Dolce Vita
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Provenance
- Rascal House Pizza
- Indian Flame
- Severance Restaurant