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A changing community
Despite its name, Bond Hill's homes do not actually sit atop a hill. The exact origin of this community’s name is unknown, but it was used throughout the late 19th century as it grew from its agricultural origins into one of Cincinnati’s railroad suburbs. Many of the homes from this period remain, and a number of them have been recently updated. It's not just the community’s properties that are being renovated. Several Cincinnati-based companies picked Bond Hill for the 2024 Community Makeover project, which has and will bring updates to everything from the Bond Hill Academy to the local community center. It has also helped renovate the Xavier Jesuit Academy, which is expected to open in August of 2024. "It's definitely an up-and-coming area," says Tina Davis, owner of local bakery Davis Cookie Collection. "There's a lot of great changes, and seeing newer businesses interested in the area tells you where it's heading." New office locations have even added jobs to the community. Despite change being on the horizon, the community culture has remained the same. Residents still gather at a local church for events, and they often meet up with friends at neighborhood parks. “We definitely have lots of long-term residents," Davis says. "I have some customers that walk here from their homes and talk about how they've been here for years."
Bond Hill is a changing neighborhood that grew as one of Cincinnati’s railroad suburbs.
Beauty takes many forms throughout Bond Hill.
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Vernacular homes, Tudor Revivals and more
Local artisans and residents built Bond Hill's homes along streets laid out in a grid. Given this, no two houses are the same here. While they do not fit into a distinctive architectural category, there are some common characteristics. These vernacular properties are predominately two-story constructions, many featuring porches and Italiante-influenced characteristics. The housing scene shifted in the 1920s as Tudor Revivals and bungalows began to pop up throughout the community. Towards the midcentury, classic styles like Cape Cods were built, but development slowed down throughout these later decades. While there are some newer homes now, these are few and far between. Pricing primarily depends on the home's age, size and location. Older homes typically sell for anywhere between $100,000 and $350,000, while newer developments can cost anywhere from $350,000 to $400,000.
Bond Hill is home to many uniquely built homes.
Many residents in Bond Hill take pride in maintaining their lawns.
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Community involvement: Focus groups, events and more
Bond Hill boasts several volunteer council committees, including one focused on beautification and another on safety. The community’s overall crime score on the CAP Index is 5 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. However, residents are working to implement more cameras, speed bumps and foot patrol officers. Another committee works on youth education, focusing on career readiness, substance use and more. There is also a communications committee committed to promoting neighborhood events. The Church of the Resurrection hosts many of these gatherings, including a Martin Luther King Day celebration. It also offers Jazz on the Lawn every Saturday in the summer, bringing the community together with funky tunes and food. This Catholic church is more than a gathering place. "We hold the Bond Hill Food Pantry on Wednesdays," says Father Patrick Sloneker. "Lots of the community comes and receives food aid." The pantry will receive upgrades through the community makeover project.
Church of the Resurrection in Bond Hill serves mass and host a food pantry for the community.
Bond Hill Park’s pool in Bond Hill becomes a hot spot in the summer.
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New establishments and an urban farming nonprofit
Like much of the community, Bond Hill's commercial scene is changing. "I noticed a few different businesses that are getting ready to come here," Davis says. Bigby Coffee recently brought a drive-through location here, and "a small grocery store on California Avenue is about to open." Davis says. "The Bond Hill Market is going to be a game changer since there isn't really a close place to get groceries right now." As for fruits and vegetables, the local nonprofit Brick Gardens is working to make fresh produce more accessible to the community through The Bond Hill/Roselawn Garden. This urban garden is currently expanding; additional plant beds and fruit trees are expected to come in the near future. The community boasts a couple of options for dining out, including Just Cookin' BBQ. Here, patrons enjoy soul food classics like mac and cheese, yams and oxtails. There's also a Hook Fish & Chicken location here. For dessert, locals can check out Davis Cookie Collection. "A lot of people that live nearby walk here for cookies, ice cream sandwiches and milkshakes," Davis says. And for other options, many people here head to Norwood, an adjacent community.
Bond Hill Market in Bond Hill will soon open and become the community’s go-to grocery store.
Brick Gardens turns vacant buildings and lots into growable gardens for Bond Hill to utilize.
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New recreational facilities and updates to community staples
There are a lot of new recreational amenities here, including the Bond Hill Community Center's pickleball courts. At the center, locals hit the gym or meet up with friends for basketball games. The nearby Bond Hill Park becomes especially popular when the pool opens in the summer. The park will benefit from the community makeover project, as the ball fields will receive updates. The neighborhood isn't far from the Cincinnati Reds Youth Academy, which offers free baseball and softball training for local children. For other options, the community boasts smaller green spaces like Hunter Park, where locals can enjoy a picnic on the grassy expanse while children have fun on the playground. Those who spend their days hitting the greens can purchase a membership at the Maketewah Country Club, which boasts an 18-hole golf course.
New pickleball courts were installed by Bond Hill Park in Bond Hill.
Bond Hill Community Center in Bond Hill has after school activities for you kids.
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Cincinnati City School District
For prekindergarten through sixth grade, students can enroll in Bond Hill Academy, which receives a C-minus rating from Niche. The school boasts the Math and Science Discovery Program, which focuses on problem-solving skills in both subject areas. The academy will soon receive a STEM lab and upgrades to the outdoor classroom through the makeover project. For Grades 7 through 12, many students attend A-plus-rated Walnut Hills High. Here, they can pick from 30 AP courses and over 90 sports, including archery, rugby and gymnastics. The school is highly regarded nationwide; it even received the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award in 2023.
The Walnut Hills High School in Evanston boasts Colonial Revival architecture.
Bond Hill Academy is known for its magnet program aimed in French fluency and its focus STEM.
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Important to know: Commutes, employers and more
While some residents use Metro buses, many drive to get around. Bond Hill is conveniently bordered by Interstate 75. Residents can take this major thoroughfare to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which is about 21 miles away. They can take that same route to downtown Cincinnati, which is about 9 miles away. Some residents work downtown, but many are employed by local or nearby manufacturing companies like DyStar. Prospective residents should be aware that the area around the company is classified as a Superfund site by the EPA. Other employment options in the community have only risen. The neighborhood is home to a newer Mercy Health location that has brought about 1,500 jobs to Bond Hill. As for nearby healthcare institutions, the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the UC Medical Center are both just under 5 miles away.
Residents can utilize I-75 to travel to and from Bond Hill.
The GoMetro bus offers transportation throughout Bond Hill.
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BOND HILL got its name from an early settler name BOND who had a wood mill from clearing trees in the area. People from what's now NORWOOD & ST. BERNARD walked (UP) BOND'S hill to get wood. Over time, BONDS HILL, then BOND HILL stuck.
Niche Reviews
3.68 Reviews
3.0Current Resident
6/20/2018Niche Review
I would like to see more grocery stores and businesses move into the neighborhood, because as it stands, Bond Hill is a food desert.
5.0Current Resident
2/24/2021Niche Review
Beautiful architecture. Love the gaslight district. Up and coming neighborhood. Easy access to major highways. Centrally located within the city.
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Bond Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bond Hill, Cincinnati sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Bond Hill, Cincinnati over the last 12 months is $194,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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