# susan smith > Pepper Pike-based real estate team serving Northeast Ohio, especially Cleveland's East Side suburbs, with buyer, seller, luxury, relocation, new construction, land, and selected investment services. Pepper Pike and East Side Cleveland focus, luxury and executive homes, first-time and move-up buyers, relocation and medical professionals, staging and customized marketing, strong negotiation, hands-on service, local neighborhood expertise ## Agent Bios - [Cheryl Shima - Experienced Real Estate Agent in Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/cheryl-shima): Agent profile for Cheryl Shima of Smith-Garofoli Group, focused on Cleveland's East Side and Greater Cleveland real estate. - [Erin Helwagen - Trusted Realtor for Buying & Selling Homes](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/erin-helwagen): Erin Helwagen's Smith-Garofoli Group profile highlights her Greater Cleveland real estate services, with emphasis on the East Side. - [Linda Blumenthal - Professional Realtor in Northeast Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/linda-blumenthal): Agent profile for Linda Blumenthal of Smith-Garofoli Group, serving Cleveland's East Side and featuring a Mayfield Heights listing. - [Nicole Garofoli - Experienced Northeast Ohio Realtor](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/nicole-garofoli): Agent profile for Nicole Garofoli of the Smith-Garofoli Group serving Cleveland's East Side and northeast Ohio. - [Greater Cleveland Area, Luxury Home, Pepper Pike, Solon, Beachwood, Aurora, University Heights, Cleveland Heights, Westlake](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/david-chang): Agent profile for David Chang, a Greater Cleveland realtor specializing in executive homes, first-time buyers, luxury homes, new construction, and land. - [Maggie Peters, Northeast Ohio Realtor | Meet Maggie](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/maggie-peters): Directory profile for Maggie Peters, a Cleveland REALTOR with the Smith-Garofoli Group. - [Nancy Kramer](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/nancy-kramer): Profile of Nancy Kramer, a Cleveland-based real estate agent with legal, financial planning, and transaction experience. - [Danielle Sullivan | Meet the Agent & Start Your Search](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/danielle-sullivan): Danielle Sullivan is an agent with the Smith Garofoli Group in Solon, Ohio. - [Meet Susan Smith - Leading Northeast Ohio Realtor](https://smithgarofoli.com/agent/susan-smith): Susan Smith's agent profile highlights a Solon, Ohio realtor with listings, specialties, and client testimonials. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Bentleyville Real Estate: Luxury Homes & Scenic Views](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/bentleyville): Bentleyville, OH neighborhood page highlighting local history, community traits, school ratings, and nearby property listings. - [Cleveland Heights: Homes in a Vibrant Community](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/cleveland-heights): Cleveland Heights, OH neighborhood real estate page with home-style descriptions, local context, and listing results. - [Pepper Pike Real Estate: Exclusive Homes & Neighborhoods](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/pepper-pike): Pepper Pike neighborhood page highlighting local listings, census stats, schools, and a brief community overview near Cleveland. - [Solon, OH Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Explore Now](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/solon): Solon, OH neighborhood page with local history, census snapshots, and current property listings. - [Auburn, OH: Country Living with Suburban Convenience](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/auburn): Auburn, Ohio neighborhood profile with township description, school district notes, and census demographics. - [Chagrin Falls, OH: Discover Beautiful Homes & Downtown Living](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/chagrin-falls): Chagrin Falls neighborhood page featuring local profile, Census snapshot data, schools, and current property listings. - [Beachwood Homes for Sale: A Premier Cleveland Suburb](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/beachwood): Beachwood, OH community page with local overview, school context, and property listings from Smith Garofoli Group. - [Hunting Valley Homes for Sale: Prestigious & Private Living](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/hunting-valley): Neighborhood listing for Hunting Valley, OH with local homes, census stats, schools, and community overview. - [Orange Village, OH: Prime Real Estate & Family Living](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/orange-village): Orange Village, OH neighborhood page with local history, census snapshots, school context, and active home listings. - [Village of Moreland Hills: Luxury Homes & Living](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/village-of-moreland-hills): Real-estate neighborhood guide and listings page for Village of Moreland Hills, Ohio. - [Neighborhood || Cleveland Heights, OH](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/cleveland-heights-1): Cleveland Heights neighborhood page highlighting a historic streetcar suburb with homes near major Cleveland institutions. - [Shaker Heights, OH Real Estate | Explore Homes Today](https://smithgarofoli.com/neighborhoods/shaker-heights): Shaker Heights neighborhood page with local overview, census stats, school links, and current property listings. ## Tools - [Home Valuation in Ohio | Get Your Free Report Today](https://smithgarofoli.com/home-valuation): Smith Garofoli Group's home valuation page explains online estimates, comparable market analysis, appraisals, and factors affecting property value. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Smith Garofoli Team August Newsletter - 08/01/2025](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/smith-garofoli-team-august-newsletter): Smith Garofoli Group newsletter promotes LoLo client gifts and a reduced-price Cleveland Heights home. - [Buying a Home in Moreland Hills? What to Know First](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/buying-in-moreland-hills-lots-lifestyle-and-local-insight): A buyer's guide to Moreland Hills covering large lots, zoning, outdoor access, schools, and local due diligence. - [Solon vs East Side Suburbs: Find Your Best Fit Today](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/solon-and-nearby-suburbs-how-to-choose-your-east-side-home): A comparative guide to choosing among Solon, Pepper Pike, Orange Village, and Moreland Hills on Cleveland's East Side. - [Cleveland Heights Living Guide: What to Expect Locally](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/what-its-like-to-live-in-cleveland-heights): A Cleveland Heights neighborhood guide highlighting historic homes, walkable districts, parks, arts access, and University Circle proximity. - [Cedar Fairmount Neighborhood](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/explore-cedar-fairmount-eat-shop-and-live-in-style): A Smith Garofoli blog profiles Cedar Fairmount in Cleveland Heights, highlighting dining, shopping, and a luxury townhome on Fairmount Boulevard. - [Housing Market 2025](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/7-mortgages-are-changing-the-housing-market): Brief summary of Housing Wire's report on rising mortgage rates, replenishing inventory, and improving affordability in the housing market. - [Introducing David Chang, Smith Garofoli Group's Newest Member](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/introducing-david-chang-smith-garofoli-groups-newest-member): Profile announcing David Chang's addition to Smith Garofoli Group in Pepper Pike, with a focus on Greater Cleveland clients. - [Auburn Township Acreage and Country Homes Guide](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/exploring-acreage-and-country-homes-in-auburn-township): A practical guide to Auburn Township acreage and country homes, covering rural zoning, septic and well due diligence, and limited inventory. - [Hunting Valley Estate Properties: What Sets Them Apart?](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/understanding-estate-style-properties-in-hunting-valley): A guide to estate-style properties in Hunting Valley, outlining zoning, privacy, architecture, and renovation considerations. - [How To Navigate an Estate Home Sale in Bentleyville](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/how-to-navigate-an-estate-home-sale-in-bentleyville): Guide to navigating an estate home sale in Bentleyville, covering probate authority, valuation, heir communication, and local permit rules. - [Downsizing From a Pepper Pike or Orange Home](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/downsizing-from-a-pepper-pike-or-orange-village-home): A guide for Orange Village and Pepper Pike homeowners weighing downsizing, taxes, association costs, timing, and local prep requirements. - [Remodeling Projects That Will Boost Your Home's Value?](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/remodeling-projects-that-will-boost-your-homes-value): A real estate blog post outlines interior and exterior remodeling ideas that can improve resale value. - [Luxury Home Buying Guide for Pepper Pike Buyers](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/luxury-home-buying-guide-for-pepper-pike-buyers): A buyer-focused guide to Pepper Pike's luxury housing market, property features, taxes, schools, due diligence, and competitive offer strategy. - [Living Around the Falls in Chagrin Falls Village](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/everyday-living-around-the-falls-in-chagrin-falls-village): A Chagrin Falls Village guide to walkability, waterfall views, parks, historic housing, parking, and downtown amenities. - [Things to Do in Solon Ohio Late Summer | Local Guide](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/late-summer-in-solon-the-towns-center-of-gravity-is-quietly-moving): A local guide to Solon's shifting civic, recreational, dining, and commercial landscape in late summer. - [Selling Luxury Home Bentleyville? Plan Your Next Move](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/selling-a-luxury-home-in-bentleyville-a-practical-roadmap): Blog post on selling a luxury home in Bentleyville, with practical guidance on pricing, preparation, disclosure, and closing. - [Beachwood's Summer Reshuffle: New Bookings, Same Fixed Addresses](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/beachwoods-summer-reshuffle-a-free-concert-series-thats-quietly-leveling-up): An editorial overview of Beachwood's upgraded summer concert series, enduring traditions, and changing restaurant tenants. - [Cleveland Heights Doesn't Have an Off-Season. It Has a Handoff.](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/cleveland-heights-doesnt-have-an-off-season-it-has-a-handoff): A Cleveland Heights community article examines how local districts pass cultural and commercial activity from one event to the next. - [Things to Do in Shaker Heights This Weekend | See What's On](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/whats-actually-happening-in-shaker-heights-this-late-summer): A local guide to Shaker Heights' late-summer events, gathering places, dining options, nature programs, and history tours. - [What's New at Pinecrest Orange Village? 2026 Changes](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/pinecrest-in-orange-village-is-turning-into-a-different-kind-of-shopping-trip): An analysis of how Pinecrest's retail strategy in Orange Village is shifting from regional novelty toward familiar national brands under Tanger. - [Cedar Lee's Rebuild Is Behind Schedule. The Neighborhood Isn't Waiting.](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/cedar-lees-rebuild-is-behind-schedule-the-neighborhood-isnt-waiting-for-it): A report examines Cedar Lee's delayed apartment rebuild and the businesses, arts groups, and events continuing to shape Cleveland Heights' district. - [Auburn Township Country Living: Is It Right for You?](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/is-auburn-township-right-for-your-next-home-move): Blog post assessing whether Auburn Township suits buyers seeking larger lots, privacy, and a quieter northeast Ohio setting. - [The Beachwood Home Price Nobody Can Quite Agree On](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/the-beachwood-home-price-nobody-can-quite-agree-on): Analysis of conflicting Beachwood, Ohio, home-price indicators and what they mean for buyers and sellers. - [Moreland Hills Forest Ridge Preserve Events This Season](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/moreland-hills-never-had-a-town-square-this-year-one-grew-inside-a-nature-preserve): A feature on how Forest Ridge Preserve's new pavilion became Moreland Hills' central gathering place. - [Chagrin Falls Restaurant Turnover: What's New Before the 2026 Film Festival](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog/chagrin-falls-just-turned-over-three-restaurants-the-newest-address-has-a-second-job-in-october): A report on restaurant openings and the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival's use of new venues in Chagrin Falls. ## Press - [Press](https://smithgarofoli.com/press): Press page for Smith Garofoli Group featuring a Cleveland-area announcement about new member David Chang and firm credentials. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials & Success Stories | Smith Garofoli Group](https://smithgarofoli.com/testimonials): Testimonials page compiling client praise for Susan's communication, negotiation, neighborhood knowledge, and home-buying support. ## Core Pages - [Smith Garofoli Group Real Estate | Northeast Ohio Homes](https://smithgarofoli.com/): Smith Garofoli Group is a Northeast Ohio real estate team featuring luxury listings, featured communities, testimonials, and contact details. ## Other Pages - [Meet Smith Garofoli Group | Ohio Real Estate Group](https://smithgarofoli.com/team): Profiles the Smith Garofoli Group, a northeast Ohio real estate team led by Susan Smith and Nicole Garofoli. - [Explore Ohio Community Guides | Smith Garofoli Group](https://smithgarofoli.com/communities): Directory of northeast Ohio communities served by Smith Garofoli Group. - [Contact Us | Smith Garofoli Group Serving in Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/contact-us): Contact page for Smith Garofoli Group in Solon, Ohio with message forms and direct office details. - [Deciding to Sell | Smith Garofoli Group Serving in Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/sell): Guide to selling a property, covering agent selection, preparation, offers, escrow, inspections, appraisals, and closing. - [Community Blog | Smith Garofoli Group Serving Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/blog): Smith Garofoli Group's blog archives recent real estate posts, newsletters, and local lifestyle content. - [Deciding to Buy | Smith Garofoli Group Serving in Ohio](https://smithgarofoli.com/buyer): Smith Garofoli Group's buyer guide outlines steps for purchasing, financing, inspections, escrow, and closing a property.