Revitalizing Cleveland's Older Suburbs

Cleveland's aging communities team up to market postwar era housing.

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July 4, 2001, 10:00 AM PDT

Cleveland's older suburbs, once booming with mass-produced housing after World War II, are now trying to find a market for the outdated bungalows that dominate the landscape. "Project planners suggest that prospective bungalow buyers might include retirees, singles, young couples, empty-nesters, young professionals and others who want living space that is affordable or easy to maintain. The second unit in a duplex could serve as the office for a home business or a suite for a family member."

Thanks to Alex Pagano

Read the full story: Older suburbs want their houses to be your home

Tuesday, July 3, 2001 in The Cleveland Plain Dealer

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