Twinsburg, Ohio, is best known for being the home of the international celebration of divided fertilized eggs, the Twins Day Festival. The products of split zygotes from around the world gather in Twinsburg every summer to celebrate their uniqueness. And it's not just for twins; triplets, quadruplets, septuplets, any combination of multiples attend in droves.
The town was named Twinsburg on the request of a set of twin brothers who lived there when it was first founded. They gave up some of their land in exchange for the town's name. Twinsburg is proud of its rich history, and several historical homes and buildings in the town hark back its 1817 founding. As a matter of fact, the home of the city's founder still stands. The heart of the city is its historic town square, featuring a memorial structure dedicated to residents who lost their lives in the Civil War. Across the street from the memorial is the First Congregational Church, which was built in 1847, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings. Outside the town's center are more populated areas that feature shopping, restaurants and plenty of recreational activities for the 18,795 people who live here.
Moving to Twinsburg
Named 38th on the list of Best Places to Live in America on "Money" magazine's top 50 list, Twinsburg is a growing town. The suburb of Cleveland looks picturesque, with snow blanketing the ground in the winter, but the best time to look for property rentals in Twinsburg is in the spring, once the snows of Northeast Ohio have melted and flowers and trees finally start to blossom. Although the warm weather seasons in Twinsburg are fantastic, the changing leaves in the fall will make you glad you chose a rental apartment in Twinsburg.
Twinsburg landlords will typically require the first month's rent, as well as an application fee and a security deposit. Pets will add to the cost of monthly rent, so keep that in mind as you look for pet-friendly apartments. Proof of employment and a month of pay stubs are also required for most rentals and be prepared to give information about any place you've lived in the last 10 years, as most landlords or leasing agencies will do a background check. Finding a moderately priced one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment in the city is fairly easy, including all bills paid apartments.
Neighbors and Neighborhoods
A majority of residents in Twinsburg commute to Cleveland, which is about 20 minutes away. For that reason, living in Twinsburg is attractive to many professionals. Plus, it has continued to see job growth every year, with the movement of several larger companies into the area. Annual property taxes are fairly low for the area as well.
When people talk about Twinsburg, they always seem to say how "nice" it is. Its residents are overwhelmingly friendly and welcoming, and it's rare to hear a resident say he or she doesn't like living here. The majority of residents drive cars, and Twinsburg offers easy access to the main interstates leading to Cleveland and Akron.
Abrams Farm: One of the newer subdivisions in Twinsburg, Abrams Farm consists of homes built within the last 10 years.
Ethan's Green: The Gleneagles Golf Course is conveniently located within this development, which features homes built mostly in the '90s.
Glenwood Preserve: Situated close to Glen Meadow Park, this development was also built primarily in the 1990s and features a combination of brick homes and more contemporary styles.
Meadowood: Another newer neighborhood, Meadowood features sidewalks and affordable homes in a convenient location, off Darrow Road, one of the main streets through the town.
Lake Plata: Primarily stately colonial homes are found within this subdivision, which is close to I-480, making it ideal for Cleveland commuters.
Life in Twinsburg
No, you don't have to be a twin to move to Twinsburg, just have a love of all things neighborly. If you love exploring and playing outdoors, Twinsburg is the place for you. Parts of Twinsburg are located within the Metro Parks, serving Summit County, making Twinsburg a great place to participate in recreational activities such as hiking, biking and nature-watching. A nature center is being built at Liberty Park and will include an outdoor amphitheater. The park also features the Ledges Trail, which leads to caves and wetlands. Twinsburg is also close to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Cleveland Metro Parks.
The Twinsburg Water Park features an outdoor swimming pool and water slides and is a great place to hang out in the summer months. People with pets will appreciate the city's Dog Park, located within Liberty Park, that allows dogs to roam leash-free. If golf is more your speed, Gleneagles Golf Club is a public 18-hole course and is considered one of the area's most challenging courses.
If some DIY projects are on your list of things to do when moving into your new place, be sure to visit the hardware store in Twinsburg Plaza. While you're there, pick up some delicious Mexican or Italian food at popular local eateries. Twinsburg is stocked with local restaurants and grocery store chains, so finding a place to eat - or a spot to find your own ingredients - shouldn't be a problem. Not only are there retail plazas in which to shop, Twinsburg's proximity to Cleveland and Akron means it's close to malls, outlets and shopping centers both upscale and reasonably priced.