Vermilion Apartments and Rentals

Vermilion, Ohio, is a classic town that offers a step back in time on the southern shores of Lake Erie. The city offers fine dining, the arts, festivals, and well-maintained captains' homes in a historic district. The city has a population of approximately 10,500 and is located in Lorain and Erie Counties. It is conveniently located 42 miles west of Cleveland and near State Route 2. Vermilion apartments for rent are the perfect home for families and retirees looking to live in a lake community.

The Vermilion area was formed by glaciers, which visitors can still see today. The county was authorized in 1838, it was named after the Erie Native Americans. Its convenient location on Lake Erie and the Vermilion River made it a popular port city. Many of the early structures in housing styles such as the Victorian, Italianate and Queen Anne exist today and are preserved in the Harbour Town Historic District.

Much of the city's business comes from the tourism industry given that it’s a seaside tourist destination located near Cedar Point Amusement Park and other Cleveland attractions. As a result of Vermilion’s tourist status, residents enjoy all types of locally-owned eateries and quaint boutiques; however, manufacturing and construction play a strong role in the city’s commerce as well. There are several institutes of higher education nearby, including Oberlin College, Ashland University and Case Western Reserve University.

Vermilion draws in the most residents and visitors for its easy access to Lake Erie, earning it the title of "Largest Small Boat Harbor on the Great Lakes." Lovers of the outdoors enjoy the opportunity to take part in watersports, golf and tour vineyards. Residents also enjoy several annual festivals, one of which features a triathlon/duathlon. Other events include the Taste of Vermilion, scavenger hunts, a chocolate festival and car show.

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