Mount Pleasant East, Ohio
Is Mount Pleasant East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2270
Medium2169
Low3263
Other6156
182 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape51
Child involved50
Assault34
Other57
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported smoke detector alarm near Raymond Street in Maple Heights. | Raymond St, Maple Heights, OH 44137 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible minor motor vehicle accident was reported near East 116th Street and Kinsman Road. A fire truck and a medic unit are on scene, and they requested an estimated arrival time for police. | Kinsman Rd & E 116th St, Cleveland, OH 44120 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible residential fire alarm on Raymond Street, with a smoke detector activated near a side door in zone four. | Raymond St, Maple Heights, OH 44137 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of two vehicles driving recklessly near East 151st Street and Bartlett Avenue in Cleveland. A caller reported a white Dodge and a red Hyundai possibly stolen and without license plates. Units checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicles. | Bartlett Ave & E 151st St, Cleveland, OH 44120 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were sent back to a home near Emery Road after a caller reported two tall men with flashlights knocking at the door and then walking around in the backyard. Officers later reported the backyard checked clear and were unable to locate anyone. Around the same time, units also looked into a report of two cars driving recklessly on 151 near Bartlett. | Emery Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128 | Suspicious Persons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic disturbance near the intersection of Williams Avenue and a nearby cross street. The call was treated as a code one incident with an assigned case number. | Williams Ave, Cleveland, OH 44120 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a commercial fire alarm at a residential complex near Granger Road in Cleveland, with the system reporting a general fire signal in a specific alarm zone. | Granger Rd, Cleveland, OH 44125 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an apparent open line call involved a woman requesting police while a lot of yelling was heard, with the possible location near Glendale Ave in Cleveland. | Glendale Ave, Cleveland, OH 44128 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home on Saber Road after a caller reported a possible suspicious person inside a fenced backyard and a truck parked out front. The caller later said the person might be a utility worker wearing safety gear, and officers checked the area. | Claver Rd, University Heights, OH 44118 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 97-year-old woman was reported sick near Alameda Parkway. Police are not responding unless requested. | Alameda Pkwy, Highland Hills, OH 44128 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$98,378
Average Rent
$1,414
Vacancy Rate
16.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Mount Pleasant East Overview
Mount Pleasant East is an urban neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio, with a median home price of $98,378 and average rent of $1,414.
The area has a high vacancy rate of 16.5% and is dominated by small apartment buildings and single-family homes, many built before 1940.
UrbanSmall Apartment BuildingsHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Urban Density | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Mount Pleasant East is notable for its high proportion of small 2-4 unit apartment buildings and a high vacancy rate.
| Small Apartment Buildings | 50.7% of housing |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940, some 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very high, indicating many empty buildings.
Dominated by small apartment buildings, uncommon in most neighborhoods.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a very high rate of residents living alone and faces significant poverty challenges.
Occupations — Residents work mainly in manufacturing (37.1%), clerical (24.7%), sales/service (19.5%), and executive/professional (18.7%) jobs.
| Residents Living Alone | 54.1% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 100% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Low income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 100% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 30.6% |
| Top Languages | English (100%), Italian (2.1%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a high use of bus transit and moderate car usage.
Mount Pleasant East residents have short commutes with significant bus usage and carpooling.
High Bus Use — Nearly 20% commute by bus, much higher than most neighborhoods.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend under 30 minutes commuting.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (57.2%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 49.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 21.1% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 19.9% |
Homes for sale near 44128
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about Mount Pleasant East housing?
It has a very high share of small apartment buildings, over 50% of housing.
What is the child poverty rate?
It is extremely high at 100%.