Rating the Suburbs

Here's a sneak peek at the methodology behind the Best Places To Live rankings.

With tree-lined streets, charming homes and long-standing local spots, the suburb has strong community spirit.

This year's No. 1 suburb offers great schools, recreation and local dining and shopping options.

The West Side suburb is perfect for young families and first-time homebuyers.

Find history, recreation and lots of shopping in this Lake County suburb.

With a housing market growing in value, ample outdoor fun and shopping, this suburb has it all.

The former poet laureate of the state of Ohio's howling story shows how wildly unique his city can be.

The Engage Cleveland president feels more connected to her town after joining its early childhood parent teacher association.

One of this suburb's main intersections has meant different things to the marketing and event professional during her life.

After some initial buyer's remorse, the author feels at home in the East Side suburb.

The 19 News evening anchor recalls how a call from her son's teacher is another reminder of her community sticking together.

Party across suburban lines alongside your neighbors at these fun festivals.