Hudson Economic Development Opportunities Report December 2024
Available Properties in Hudson, OH
Hudson, Ohio, is a charming city located in Summit County. Consistently considered the “jewel” of northeast Ohio, Hudson boasts an outstanding, nationally ranked education system; historic neighborhoods; high-end shopping and dining; and an outstanding quality of life. The city is also home to various commercial and industrial development opportunities, including its prominent Hudson Crossing Business Park. Discover why Hudson’s unique blend of historic character and forward-looking economic initiatives make it a remarkable destination for businesses and families.
Location, Location, Location
The City of Hudson has earned a national reputation as one of the best places in the Midwest for employers to do business and for families to live and work. This strategic location along the I-480 and Route 8 corridors provides easy access to major highways, making commuting and business logistics convenient. Hudson’s central placement in the Cleveland-Akron metropolitan area offers residents and businesses access to amenities, job markets, and regional attractions while maintaining its small-town charm and community-focused atmosphere.
Hudson has several educational institutions within a 35-mile radius of the city. Case Western Reserve University, located in Cleveland’s culturally rich University Circle, is a leader among independent research universities. It offers world-class programs across various disciplines. Nearby, John Carroll University prepares graduates for meaningful careers and leadership roles in northeast Ohio and beyond. Kent State University also strengthens the region’s academic landscape as home to the renowned Liquid Crystal Institute. This research and development center has sparked numerous innovations in liquid crystal technology, leading to industry partnerships and advancements in liquid crystal devices. Finally, with its renowned Institute of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, the University of Akron exemplifies the strength of community and industry partnerships.
Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), with its community-based programs in health sciences, brings a distinct focus to the region. NEOMED plays a vital role in supporting northeast Ohio’s healthcare industry by training future health professionals in interprofessional settings. These institutions are key drivers of innovation and opportunity in the region.
Another exciting part of Hudson is its downtown, which includes quaint retail shops, fine dining, village greens, and pedestrian family shopping. Hudson is a city steeped in history and tradition, with tree-lined residential streets, historic homes, and small-town charm. Hudson features world-class healthcare facilities, parks, wildlife preserves, three golf courses, and major sports, recreational, and arts and culture venues.
The city hosts more than 75 events each year, including weekly concerts in the bandstand gazebo and the First and Main shopping area. Entertainment also comes from the local theatre group, Hudson Players, and large events that draw people around the region, such as the Independence Day Fireworks Celebration and Art on the Green.
Why Hudson?
Multiple growth opportunities abound in Hudson, from established office parks less than a mile from Interstate 80 to developments such as the Hudson Crossing Business Park and the Seasons Road Commerce Center — an eco-industrial commercial center providing easy access to the Route OH-8 interchange.
The city has major employers, including:
- Jo Ann Stores, Inc.
- Little Tikes Company
- Kobelco Stewart Bolling
- Leaf Home Solutions
- Fleet Response
Hudson Public Power (HPP) provides reliable service to approximately 6,400 electric customers. This system is comprised of 100 miles of overhead and 60 miles of underground wire. The HPP system is connected to the nation’s power grid through two points of entry. This redundancy allows for the rapid rerouting of electric service should a failure or voltage irregularities occur.
Hudson fosters economic growth through strategic infrastructure investment and sustainability initiatives that enhance community life and business development. With a forward-thinking approach, Hudson has focused on expanding its infrastructure to support a thriving local economy while prioritizing environmental stewardship.
With an array of support programs to ease the transition and encourage growth, the City’s Economic Development Department is ready to help make Hudson, Ohio, your new hometown headquarters.
Why not learn more about Hudson? Call (330) 650-1799 or stop by City Hall at 1140 Terex Rd. and see what this city offers.
Site opportunities include:
- 24,000 sq. ft. of office space
- 64.48 acres of vacant land
- 10,000 sq. ft. of office space
5581 Hudson Industrial Parkway
- 146,000 sq. ft. of industrial space
- 22,794 sq. ft. of office space
- 45.01 acres of vacant land
- 19,200 sq. ft. of industrial space
- 67.36 acres of vacant land
- 170 acres of vacant land
- 23.04 acres of vacant land
- 11,158 sq. ft. of office space
- 74 acres of industrial space and vacant land
- 15,740 sq. ft. of office space
- 13.23 acres of vacant land
- 40,000 sq. ft. of office space
- 44,326 sq. ft. of office space
Public Power and AMP
Public power utilities are not-for-profit, community-owned electric systems that work to provide the highest-quality, most reliable power to residents and businesses. They are part of the communities and focus on what is best for the people and businesses they serve.
American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) is the nonprofit wholesale power supplier and services provider for more than 130 Members in the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, a joint action agency with eight Delaware municipal members. Combined, these Member municipal electric utilities serve approximately 650,000 customers. AMP Members receive their power supply from a diversified resource mix that includes wholesale power purchases through AMP and the open market and energy produced at AMP and Member-owned generating facilities utilizing fossil fuel, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and other renewable resources.
For more information about our Member communities and programs, visit searchampsites.com.