Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH — neighborhood review

Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati · Hamilton County · OH 45208

Updated August 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$547K

Median Price

81/100

Walk Score

6.5/10

Schools

13 min

to Cincinnati

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
65/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
81/100
WYLT Score70/100

Our Take

This area offers decent schools, a reasonable commute to downtown Cincinnati, and a median income that supports the current home price. It’s car‑dependent and has limited transit, but for buyers who are comfortable with a car it can be a solid choice.

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The Good

  • High school ratings around 6/10 and several top-rated schools nearby
  • 13‑minute drive to downtown Cincinnati makes commuting easy
  • Median income ($131k) is about 2.5× the median home price, offering some buying power
  • Variety of housing types, including single‑family homes and condos

Real Talk

  • !Walk score of 31 means you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Transit score of 45 indicates only basic bus service, not a good option for non‑drivers
  • !Noise and traffic from nearby highways can be a nuisance
  • !The neighborhood is not as quiet as more suburban areas
  • $Higher property taxes compared to state average
  • $Some newer developments come with HOA fees
  • $Insurance costs can be elevated in urban settings

Best For

families with school‑age kidsfirst‑time homebuyersremote workers seeking quietbudget‑conscious buyers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Cincinnati, OH

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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