Lucas County, Ohio

Sylvania

A Toledo suburb known as the “City of Trees,” about 10 miles northwest of downtown Toledo — home to Fossil Park, one of the only places in the world where visitors can dig for their own fossils.

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19,011Population

7,754Households

77.6%Homeownership Rate

41.5 yrsMedian Age

Overview

Living in Sylvania

Sylvania was founded by General David White, who built a log cabin near what is now downtown Sylvania in 1832, and the city was incorporated in 1867. The name comes from the Latin word for “forest land,” a nod to the dense forests that once covered the area as part of the Great Black Swamp — today the city has held the Tree City USA designation for over 30 years. Sylvania sits about 10 miles northwest of downtown Toledo, at the Ohio–Michigan border, and is encompassed by Sylvania Township.

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At a Glance

CountyLucas

Incorporated1867

Distance to Toledo~10 miles

ZIP Code43560

Land Area6.66 sq mi

What Makes It Special

Why Buyers Choose Sylvania

Fossil Park

A real rock quarry where visitors of any experience level can dig for 375-million-year-old Devonian fossils — one of just two places in the world offering this kind of hands-on fossil hunting.

250+ Acres of Parkland

Sylvania is home to over 250 acres of parkland, including Olander Park's 28-acre spring-fed lake — and the city has held the Tree City USA designation for more than 30 years running.

Marathon Classic

An LPGA Tour event that has been played in Sylvania since 1989 at Highland Meadows Golf Club, drawing professional golf to the city every year.

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Parks & Recreation

Sylvania Parks

Olander Park

6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania

28-acre spring-fed lake with natural sand beach
Fishing, rowboat & paddleboat rentals
1.1-mile walking path & picnic areas
Sand volleyball courts & horseshoe pits

Fossil Park

5705 Centennial Rd., Sylvania

Fossil hunting in a real rock quarry
375-million-year-old Devonian fossils
ADA-friendly dig site & accessible ramp

Pacesetter Park

8801 Sylvania-Metamora Rd., Sylvania

138-acre multi-use sports complex
Eight lighted baseball & softball diamonds
ADA-friendly playground & skate plaza
1.5-mile walking/jogging path

Whetstone Park

Twain Dr. at McGregor Ln., Sylvania

ADA-friendly playground
Sand volleyball court
Open field for sports & picnic shelter

Sylvania City School District

Sylvania Schools

Public

Sylvania Northview High School5403 Silica Dr.
Sylvania Southview High School7225 Sylvania Ave.
McCord Junior High School4304 N. McCord Rd.
Highland Elementary School7720 Erie St.

Private & Parochial

St. Joseph Elementary & Junior High School5411 Main St. · Pre-K–8
Toledo Islamic Academy5225 W. Alexis Rd.
Little Miracles Montessori School4940 Harroun Rd.

School assignment is based on home address, not neighborhood name, and can change. Contact the Sylvania City School District directly to confirm which schools serve a specific property.

Frequently Asked

Sylvania FAQ

What is Sylvania known for?

Sylvania is nicknamed the “City of Trees” and has held the Tree City USA designation for over 30 years. It's also home to Fossil Park, one of the only places in the world where visitors can dig for their own fossils, and hosts the Marathon Classic LPGA Tour event at Highland Meadows Golf Club every year.

How far is Sylvania from Toledo?

Sylvania sits about 10 miles northwest of downtown Toledo and is a Toledo suburb, encompassed by Sylvania Township.

What school district serves Sylvania?

The Sylvania City School District serves the city, with Sylvania Northview High School and Sylvania Southview High School as its two public high schools. Private options include St. Joseph Elementary & Junior High School, Toledo Islamic Academy, and Little Miracles Montessori School.

When was Sylvania incorporated?

Sylvania was founded in 1832, when General David White built a log cabin near what is now downtown Sylvania, and the city was incorporated in 1867.

Is there outdoor recreation nearby?

Yes — Sylvania has over 250 acres of parkland, including Olander Park, Fossil Park, Pacesetter Park and Whetstone Park, plus nearby Toledo Metroparks like Secor Metropark and Wildwood Preserve.

What is the population of Sylvania?

Sylvania had a population of 19,011 at the 2020 Census.

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