Shaker Square Neighborhood Guide Cleveland, OH
About
Shaker Square is a historic and vibrant district located on the border of Cleveland and Shaker Heights, Ohio. Known as one of the oldest shopping centers in the USA, the square is filled with unique shops, diverse eateries and hosts a popular weekly farmers market. The neighborhood is conveniently intersected by the RTA Rapid Transit, providing easy access to downtown Cleveland. Notably, it is also surrounded by striking 1920s architecture and beautiful nearby parks.
What You Will Love About Shaker Square, Cleveland, Ohio
- Shaker Square offers a charming blend of unique, locally-owned shops, boutiques, and diverse dining options.
- The neighborhood hosts the North Union Farmers Market, a lively event held every Saturday where local farmers, bakers, and artisans showcase their products.
- The ease of transit access simplifies commutes to downtown Cleveland, the University Circle, and other popular areas in the city.
- The neighborhood is known for its 1920s architecture, adding a unique, historic charm to the area.
What’s Nearby
Shaker Square is a stone's throw away from the cultural hub of University Circle, home to the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Natural History Museum, and the Cleveland Botanical Garden. It is also adjacent to the Shaker Lakes Park, a natural retreat perfect for outdoor activities. Moreover, downtown Cleveland, with its vibrant entertainment and sports scene, is just a quick ride away on the RTA.
Lifestyle
Shaker Square offers a unique lifestyle that balances urban living with a hint of suburban comfort. The neighborhood is culturally diverse with a strong community feel, often hosting events and festivals. Close proximity to museums, parks, and downtown Cleveland also means residents enjoy access to green spaces, cultural institutions and vibrant city life.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 58 restaurants, 16 grocery stores, and 3 parks within a mile of the Shaker Square neighborhood.
Dave's SupermarketRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•13130 Shaker Sq
Shaker SquareRetail, Shopping Plaza
•0.2 miles
13219 Shaker Sq
- Ujima Re-Fresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
2833 E 127th St
- Ipanema Market
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Retail, Department Store, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
12602 Larchmere Blvd
- Stockyard Meats
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Fish Market, Grocery Store / Supermarket
•0.5 miles
12201 Larchmere Blvd
- Giant Eagle
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
2780 E 116th St
- Dave's Supermarket
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•13130 Shaker Sq
- North Union Farmers Market at Shaker Square
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store
•0.1 miles
13212 Shaker Sq
- North Union Farmers Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market
•0.1 miles
13111 Shaker Sq
- Ujima Re-Fresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
2833 E 127th St
- Ipanema Market
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Retail, Department Store, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
12602 Larchmere Blvd
- Stockyard Meats
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Fish Market, Grocery Store / Supermarket
•0.5 miles
12201 Larchmere Blvd
SasaDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant
•13120 Shaker Sq
- Sushi On The Square
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant
•13120 Shaker Sq
- Georgio's Oven Fresh Pizza
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•2775 S Moreland Blvd
- Chanelle's Treatz
Dining and Drinking, Bakery, Dessert Shop, Cupcake Shop
•0.1 miles
13204 Shaker Sq
- Captain Tony's Pizza
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•0.1 miles
13202 Shaker Sq
- Señor Tequila Mexican Grill & Cantina
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, Tex-Mex Restaurant
•0.1 miles
13114 Shaker Sq
GoodwillCommunity and Government, Organization, Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.1 miles
2720 Van Aken Blvd
- Shaker Square
Retail, Shopping Plaza
•0.2 miles
13219 Shaker Sq
- CVS Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.2 miles
13215 Shaker Sq
- Family Dollar Store
Retail, Discount Store
•0.2 miles
12915 Buckeye Rd
- Eclectic Eccentric
Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.4 miles
13005 Larchmere Blvd
- Ipanema Market
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Retail, Department Store, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
12602 Larchmere Blvd
Woodland Hills ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.7 miles
3210 E 116th St
- Southerly Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.9 miles
15401 S Woodland Rd
- Nature Center At Shaker Lakes
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.9 miles
2600 S Park Blvd
Dance ClevelandArts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Concert Hall, Music Venue, Theater
•13110 Shaker Sq
- Lee Hayden Gallery
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.1 miles
13210 Shaker Sq
- Lake Erie Artists
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.1 miles
13129 Shaker Sq
- Passport Project
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Concert Hall, Music Venue, Theater
•0.2 miles
12803 Buckeye Rd
- Wolfs Gallery
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
13010 Larchmere Blvd
- Larchmere Arts
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.4 miles
12726 Larchmere Blvd
MarathonTravel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•2781 S Moreland Blvd
- Sunoco
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•2781 S Moreland Blvd
Shaker Square Animal HospitalHealth and Medicine, Veterinarian
•0.1 miles
13210 Shaker Sq
- Flawless Barber Academy
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
13104 Shaker Sq
- Hair Depot
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
2782 Van Aken Blvd
- Shaker Square Dry Cleaning & Tailoring
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Dry Cleaner
•0.1 miles
13107 Shaker Sq
Cleveland City DanceSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.1 miles
13108 Shaker Sq
- Groundworks Dance Theatre
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.1 miles
13125 Shaker Sq
- Abide Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.4 miles
12732 Larchmere Blvd
- NOLA Movement
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.4 miles
12635 Larchmere Blvd
Topnotch Golf & RacquetRetail, Sporting Goods Retail, Golf Store
•0.4 miles
12410 Larchmere Blvd
- DancingMadeEZ
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.5 miles
2500 Kemper Rd
Academy TavernDining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Burger Joint, American Restaurant
•0.3 miles
12800 Larchmere Blvd
- Ms Martha's Restaurant & Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•0.6 miles
2871 E 116th St
- Goldenrod Montessori
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.1 miles
13100 Shaker Sq
- Ceogc Buckeye Headstart
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.4 miles
12100 Buckeye Rd
- Rice Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
2820 E 116th St
- Cleveland Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.7 miles
11535 Shaker Blvd
- Cleveland Police Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.5 miles
11802 Buckeye Rd
- Kindred Hospital Cleveland
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.6 miles
11900 Fairhill Rd
- Select Specialty Hospital - Cleveland Fairhill
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.6 miles
11900 Fairhill Rd
- St Luke's Hospital
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.8 miles
11311 Shaker Blvd
- Sleep Disorders Center at Fairhill
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.0 mile
11203 Stokes Blvd
Shaker Square Apartments and Rentals
59 Rental properties in Shaker Square, Cleveland, OH.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 3.9% | 20.6% |
| utilities | 2.5% | 4.8% |
| food | 2.6% | 0.3% |
| transportation | 1.4% | 3.4% |
| healthcare | 0.2% | 5.4% |
Shaker Square Demographics
Shaker Square Reviews
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 8 of 10 renters
Near Schools
Yes
Say 8 of 10 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 7 of 10 renters
Pet Friendly
Yes
Say 7 of 10 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 6 of 10 renters
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 6 of 10 renters
Shaker Square Transportation
Very Walkable
Bikeable
Some Transit
Rta Shaker Square Station
Other
13051 Shaker Blvd
RTA South Woodland Rapid Station
Train Stop
2977 Van Aken Blvd
RTA E 116 Rapid Station
Train Stop
11600 Shaker Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
RTA South Woodland Rapid Station
Train Stop
2977 Van Aken Blvd
RTA E 116 Rapid Station
Train Stop
11600 Shaker Blvd
RTA Shaker & Southington Rapid Station
Train Stop
Shaker Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Rta Shaker Square Station
Other
13051 Shaker Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
Shaker Square Schools
- 3/10
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- 4/10
Grades K-4 • Public
- 3/10
Grades PK, K-9 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-4, 7-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
- 2/10
Grades 9-12 • Charter
- 5/10
Grades K-8 • Charter