Wood County, Ohio

Perrysburg

Wood County's original county seat and home to Fort Meigs, the largest wooden-walled fortification in North America — a historic river town in the Toledo metro area, about 12 miles from downtown Toledo.

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25,041Population

10,246Households

63.4%Homeownership Rate

38.6 yrsMedian Age

Overview

Living in Perrysburg

Perrysburg was surveyed and platted by a federal survey team in the summer of 1816 and named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, the naval hero of the Battle of Lake Erie. It served as the Wood County seat from 1822 to 1868, before the seat moved to Bowling Green. The city is home to Fort Meigs, built in 1813 under General William Henry Harrison during the War of 1812 and the largest wooden-walled fortification in North America. Perrysburg sits along the south side of the Maumee River, about 12 miles southwest of Toledo, within the Toledo metropolitan area.

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At a Glance

CountyWood (original county seat)

Platted1816

Distance to Toledo~12 miles

ZIP Codes43551 & 43552

Land Area11.89 sq mi

What Makes It Special

Why Buyers Choose Perrysburg

Fort Meigs

Built in 1813 under General William Henry Harrison during the War of 1812, Fort Meigs is the largest wooden-walled fortification in North America and sits on a bluff above the Maumee River.

Way Public Library

The Way Public Library serves the Perrysburg area with a full slate of print collections and community programs throughout the year.

Levis Commons

A mixed-use shopping, dining, and entertainment center anchored by a central fountain — a gathering spot for the Perrysburg community.

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Parks & Recreation

Perrysburg Parks

Hood Park

105 West Front Street, Perrysburg

Statue of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry & the Perrysburg War Memorial
Louisiana Avenue Boat Dock & ADA-accessible kayak launch
Fishing & benches overlooking the Maumee River
Multiuse path connecting to Orleans Park & Fort Meigs

Rivercrest Park

13761 Eckel Junction Road, Perrysburg

Four lighted baseball/softball diamonds & six soccer fields
Shelter house available for rent, playground & sledding hill
Paved walking paths (0.5-mile & 0.9-mile loops)

Bicentennial Park

200 Mark Lane, Perrysburg

Baseball diamond, soccer fields & basketball hoop
Playground updated in 2023 with swings & climbing equipment
0.5-mile crushed-stone walking path around the perimeter

Davis Overlook

28289 West River Road, Perrysburg

Riverside fishing & picnic tables
Walking path along the Maumee River

Perrysburg Exempted Village Schools

Perrysburg Schools

Public

Perrysburg High School13385 Roachton Rd.
Perrysburg Junior High School550 E South Boundary St.
Fort Meigs Elementary School26431 Fort Meigs Rd.
Frank Elementary School401 W South Boundary St.
Toth Elementary School200 E 7th St.
Woodland Elementary School27979 White Rd.

Private & Parochial

Saint Rose School217 E Front St. · PK–Grade 8
Islamic School of Greater Toledo25877 Scheider Rd.

School assignment is based on home address, not neighborhood name, and can change. Contact Perrysburg Exempted Village Schools directly to confirm which schools serve a specific property.

Frequently Asked

Perrysburg FAQ

What is Perrysburg known for?

Perrysburg is best known as the home of Fort Meigs, the largest wooden-walled fortification in North America, built during the War of 1812. It was also Wood County's original county seat and is home to Levis Commons, a popular shopping and dining destination.

How far is Perrysburg from Toledo?

Perrysburg sits about 12 miles southwest of Toledo along the Maumee River and is part of the Toledo metropolitan area.

What school district serves Perrysburg?

Perrysburg Exempted Village Schools serves the city, with Perrysburg High School, Perrysburg Junior High School, and four elementary schools. Private options include Saint Rose School and the Islamic School of Greater Toledo.

Was Perrysburg ever the county seat?

Yes — Perrysburg served as the Wood County seat from 1822 to 1868, before the seat moved to Bowling Green. The city was platted by a federal survey team in 1816 and named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry.

Is there outdoor recreation nearby?

Yes — Hood Park offers Maumee River access with a boat dock and kayak launch, Rivercrest Park has lighted ball diamonds and soccer fields, and Bicentennial Park and Davis Overlook add more walking paths and picnic space around the city.

What is the population of Perrysburg?

Perrysburg had a population of 25,041 at the 2020 Census.

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