Why Live in Fruit Hill
Fruit Hill in Forestville, part of Anderson Township, has seen significant new construction over the past five years, attracting families due to its top-rated school district and extensive park system. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Maddux Elementary, Sherwood Elementary, Nagel Middle, and Anderson High, all receiving high marks. Homes in Fruit Hill feature sloping, sometimes-wooded lots with a mix of midcentury Cape Cods, split-levels, stately colonials, and newly built contemporaries. The area is safer than the national average, with a crime score two points below the national average.
Residents enjoy numerous things to do, such as visiting Beech Acres Park, which hosts summer concerts, an art fair, and a fireworks festival. The park also features a skating bowl and amphitheater, while the nearby Anderson RecPlex offers indoor basketball courts, summer camps, and sports leagues. Withrow Nature Preserve, known for its Trout Lily Trail leading to the Ohio River, and the 78-mile Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail are popular outdoor destinations.
Dining options include Big Apple Bagels, Pelican’s Reef, and Skyline, with Anderson Towne Center Mall providing shopping opportunities at Macy’s and Chico’s. The neighborhood is walkable to local shops on Beechmont Avenue, and downtown Cincinnati is a 13-mile drive via Interstate 275. Community events like Anderson Day and the winter clock tower lighting at Towne Center Mall foster a strong sense of community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fruit Hill a good place to live?
Fruit Hill is a good place to live, receiving 3.9 stars from its residents. Fruit Hill is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Fruit Hill is a suburban neighborhood. Fruit Hill has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.9 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $116,975 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Fruit Hill are home owners, with 12.2% of residents renting and 87.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fruit Hill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fruit Hill neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fruit Hill?
The median home price in Fruit Hill is $319,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Fruit Hill. The average household income in Fruit Hill is $117K.
What are the best public schools in Fruit Hill?
The best public schools that serve Fruit Hill are:
- Turpin High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Anderson High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Maddux Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Fruit Hill?
The best private schools that serve Fruit Hill are:
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Are home prices dropping in Fruit Hill?
Yes, home prices in Fruit Hill are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Fruit Hill, OH
On average, homes in Fruit Hill, Forestville sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Fruit Hill, Forestville over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$328,100
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$201
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
