Perry Heights is the namesake of Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry, who won the Battle of Lake Erie against the British Royal Navy during the war of 1812.
Blink and you'll miss it! Perry Heights, Ohio, is a small town -- covering just three square miles -- located in Stark County
Perry Heights is the namesake of Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry, who won the Battle of Lake Erie against the British Royal Navy during the war of 1812.
Blink and you'll miss it! Perry Heights, Ohio, is a small town -- covering just three square miles -- located in Stark County. One of the less notable cities in the greater Canton area, Perry Heights is the very definition of average. With middle-of-the-road rental rates and a variety of apartment complexes to choose from, this city has everything you want from small-town America -- but the white-picket fence will cost you extra.
So You Want to Move to Perry Heights?
Finding rental apts in Perry Heights will be easy for most people. The area has plenty of apartments, from efficiency units with all utilities paid to two- and three-bedroom apartments. Most of the rentals are not pet friendly, though, so you might need to trade in the Golden Retriever for a goldfish. With some extra effort, apartments that allow pets under 30 pounds can be found, but you will pay a premium.
How much is it going to cost me? Rental rates are reasonable whether you are looking for efficiency and one-bedroom units or more spacious three-bedroom luxury apartments. Because of the city's small size, which part of Perry Heights you decide to settle down in won't play much part in the rent amount, making it easy to compare bang for buck.
How long will it take? If you're just looking for the standard two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, the home hunting should only take a month or two from checking out listings to move-in day. If you're a little more particular, you may want to start looking for a place three months or so before you need to move.
What do I need once I find a place? The usual. What else would you expect? First and last months' rent, a security deposit, and references are all things your future landlord will ask for. Those with credit issues can find an apartment in this city; an average credit score is all you need for most places. If you know that you have an issue with your credit, like a prior eviction, let your landlord know about it ahead time -- it could help.
Deciding Where You Want to Pitch Your Tent
Perry Heights doesn't have separate neighborhoods, but there are certain areas you may want to gravitate toward or stay away from, depending on what you are looking for.
Sippo Lake: Rentals in this part of town can be pricey, but this is the nicest area in Perry Heights. Sippo Lake Park, complete with canoing opportunities and nature hiking trails, is just a few blocks down the road, and the Perry Sippo Library has outdoor reading areas and free Wi-Fi for when you want to enjoy the Ohio weather before it changes the next hour.
Genoa Avenue and Hankins Road: Rentals will be harder to come by in the streets between Genoa and Hankins because this area is largely single-family homes. If you can find rental homes in these blocks, be prepared to pay a bit more for the view of other people's backyards.
Lincoln Way E to Southway Street SW: If you want to make your money stretch, focus your efforts in this area. A good imagination helps you bring some of that average small-town vibe to your rental apartment. With the money you save, you can even buy a lawn gnome for your concrete patio.
Becoming One of the Locals
To fully embrace life as a Perry Heights local, you must take part in the high school football scene. Embracing the community includes knowing that these potential future NFL players are a huge part of living in Perry Heights. For those who just can't get into the pigskin, appreciating northeast Ohio's version of authentic Mexican food at El Campesino on Lincoln Way is also a time-honored tradition.
