Lakewood Property Tax Rate
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Lakewood is located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Homeowners in Lakewood pay a median of $5,188 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $241,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.15%. This is 7% higher than the Cuyahoga County average of 2.00%.
2.15%
vs 2.00% county avg
$5,188
Per year
$241,500
2024 estimate
50,229
Lakewood, OH
How Lakewood Compares
Cities in Cuyahoga County
Compare property tax rates for 11 cities in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Shaker Heights | $9,264 | 3.22% |
| Garfield Heights | $3,023 | 3.02% |
| Cleveland Heights | $5,091 | 2.88% |
| Euclid | $2,717 | 2.37% |
| North Olmsted | $4,702 | 2.32% |
| Lakewood | $5,188 | 2.15% |
| Parma | $3,233 | 2.05% |
| Strongsville | $5,098 | 1.82% |
| Cleveland | $1,699 | 1.81% |
| North Royalton | $4,923 | 1.78% |
| Westlake | $5,640 | 1.68% |
About Property Taxes in Lakewood
Property taxes in Lakewood are collected by Cuyahoga County. Tax exemptions available to Cuyahoga County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Lakewood. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Cuyahoga County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$6,450
$538/month · Rate: 2.15%
Cuyahoga County Property Taxes
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.