Amherst, Ohio

What It Is Like to Retire in Amherst

Amherst is a small town near Lake Erie that is west of Cleveland. The population is just under 12,000. It is known as the sandstone center of the world for its many quarries; the stone was used in grindstones and in local buildings. Photo of "Sandstone Center of the World" marker courtesy of Wikipedia and Chris Light, Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0/

Where to Retire in Amherst and Home Prices

There are several active communities in the area (see link at top left).  According to Zillow, the median home index was $175,469 in early 2020.

What Is Special about Amherst

Sandstone capital of the world.

What Is Not Special about Amherst

Who Will Like Retirement in Amherst

People who want to be near the Lake in northern Ohio and who want to be in a small town might like it here.

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Climate and Physical Environment

Located west of Cleveland in northern Ohio. The average Jan temp is in the mid 20s and the average July temp in the low 70s.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Crime

Crime rate is low.

Medical facilities

Transportation

Valuable Links

City of Amherst