Northeast Ohio Real Estate

Parma, OH Real Estate

Parma is the largest suburb in Ohio, with about 81,000 residents, and the second-largest city in Cuyahoga County. It sits about 8 miles south of downtown Cleveland and grew fast after World War II, when its population nearly tripled in the 1950s. The Mike Team works with buyers, sellers, and investors in Parma and across the west and south suburbs, including agent Jim Romanin, a longtime Parma resident with a construction background.

Life in Parma

Parma has strong neighborhood identity and plenty of everyday convenience. Ridge Road (State Route 3) runs north to south through the city, and the Shoppes at Parma, the former Parmatown Mall, anchors the retail at Ridge Road and West Ridgewood Drive.

The city is known for its cultural districts. Ukrainian Village along State Road was designated in 2009 and hosts a Ukrainian Independence Day parade every August, and Polish Village along Ridge Road was designated in 2011. Both are lined with local shops, bakeries, and restaurants. I-480 runs just north of the city, and Broadview Road connects to downtown Cleveland via the Jennings Freeway.

What buyers should know

Most of Parma's homes were built during its postwar boom, so you'll see a lot of bungalows, ranches, capes, and split-levels on similar-sized lots. That consistency is useful: it makes it easier to compare homes and spot a fair price. It also means the big systems matter. On a 60- or 70-year-old home, look closely at the roof, furnace, electrical panel, sewer line, and basement walls.

Parma's price range draws both first-time buyers and investors, and they often compete for the same homes. Well-priced listings in good condition go quickly, so get pre-approved before you start, and don't skip the inspection to win a house.

What sellers should know

Because so many Parma homes are similar in age and layout, buyers compare condition closely. Updated kitchens, newer mechanicals, and a dry basement stand out, and deferred maintenance shows up fast in the offers you get.

You don't need a full renovation to sell well. Fix what an inspector will flag, handle obvious repairs, and present the home cleanly. Jim Romanin's construction background helps here: he can walk the house with you and tell you which repairs are worth making before you list and which ones aren't.

Point of sale inspections in Parma

Point of sale rules vary from city to city in Cuyahoga County and can change. Before every Parma listing, we confirm the current requirements with the city building department so there are no surprises once a home is under contract. If you're comparing communities, see our Point of Sale Inspection Requirements page for a city-by-city breakdown.

What school district serves Parma, Ohio?

Parma City School District serves Parma, Parma Heights, and Seven Hills. It has two high schools, Normandy and Valley Forge, along with middle and elementary schools across the district. We always encourage buyers to verify current school assignments directly with the district before making a decision.

Parma real estate market overview

Over the six months ending in October 2026, the median closed sale in Parma was about $225,000, and the middle half of sales fell between roughly $190,000 and $270,000. That is a tighter price range than in most suburbs, which reflects how similar much of Parma's housing is.

Parma's size gives it a deep, active market year-round. With hundreds of sales every few months, there is plenty of recent data to price from, and both owner-occupants and investors stay active here.

What to check on an older Parma home

A few items come up again and again on Parma homes from the 1950s and 1960s. A sewer line camera inspection is worth the cost, because older clay or cast iron lines can crack or fill with roots. Have the inspector look closely at the electrical panel and wiring, the basement walls for cracks or water, and the age of the roof, furnace, and water heater.

None of these are reasons to walk away on their own. They are reasons to know the numbers before you commit. Knowing what a repair will likely cost helps you decide whether to negotiate, ask for a credit, or move on to the next house.

What towns border Parma, Ohio?

Parma borders Cleveland and Brooklyn to the north, Brooklyn Heights and Seven Hills to the east, North Royalton and Broadview Heights to the south, and Brook Park, Middleburg Heights, and Parma Heights to the west. That puts residents close to downtown Cleveland, the airport, and the south suburbs.

Work with a Parma real estate expert

The Mike Team works with buyers, sellers, and investors in Parma and across the west and south suburbs. Call us for a straight answer on what your home is worth or what to expect as a buyer here.

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Parma

Average Sales Price
$259,815
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Total Listings
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Bathrooms 1.67 2
Bedrooms 3.13 3
Year Built 1954 1953
Lot Size 18,867 Sqft 6,969 Sqft
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