1959 Rd 5714

If you’re looking for peaceful, small town living while still being in reach of a big city, Cleveland might be worth your time. A sleepy East Texas city with a population hovering around 8,000, Cleveland provides a peaceful setting for those who have had enough of the hustle and bustle, or just want to be close to Sam Houston National Forest.

There’s a mix of older homes and newly renovated houses and apartments in Cleveland, with most offerings concentrated near the southern edge of the city. This isn’t a town for those looking for endless entertainment and a buzzing downtown district. Cleveland has a few big-box stores and chains to take care of most things, plus a few popular local spots like Duke’s Bar-B-Que.

The real draw is the nearby national forest, providing acre upon acre of space to hike, camp, fish, and hunt in. Luckily, Houston is just an hour south via the I-69 should you need a night out.