Our education system is committed to preparing its students for college, technical schools, and the workplace. Berea also has 2 Catholic schools, St. Mary's established in 1860 and St. Adelbert's established in 1873. Situated near the middle of Berea is the distinguished campus of Baldwin Wallace College . Berea has 5 primary shopping areas. The Berea Commons and Downtown Triangle, River Park Center, West Valley Plaza, Berea Plaza, and the North End.
Churches are an integral part of the community.
Most have a full range of ministries including youth, preschool, singles and seniors. Berea has a wide range of housing available, from its modest cozy bungalows on tree lined streets, to new, custom, executive style houses recently built. Some sections of old Berea still feature century style homes under a canopy of maple and oak trees. If you prefer apartment or multi-family dwellings, those are also available. Most housing is within walking or biking distance to the Metroparks and shopping.